COSRX Master Patch Intensive vs First Aid Beauty Acne Clearing Pads with 2% Salicylic Acid

COSRX

First Aid Beauty

A spot treatment built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for fighting acne and barrier repair.

A spot treatment built around AHA, for barrier repair and pollution defence.

Spot treatment

6 ingredients

19 ingredients

Brand price

USD 12.00 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

USD 39.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from South Korea

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At a Glance

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BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid1
The BHA used in acne treatment.
Salicylic Acid

Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 80
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid

Barrier Repair1
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Smoothing1
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Salicylic Acid
Acne Fighting2
Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Salicylic Acid
Oil Control1
Reduces shine and excess sebum.
Salicylic Acid

Hydrating2
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Glycerin
Barrier Repair3
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Salix Nigra Bark Extract
Smoothing1
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Citric Acid
Acne Fighting1
Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil

May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
May Worsen Eczema1
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
May Worsen Rosacea1
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Hexylene Glycol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Polysorbate 80
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Hexylene Glycol
May Worsen Irritation2
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil

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Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant, Fragrance, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil is a fragrant essential oil.
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