COSRX Master Patch Intensive vs The Derma Co 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide Spot Corrector

COSRX

The Derma Co

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

A spot treatment built around Benzoyl peroxide and Niacinamide, for barrier repair and hydration.

Spot treatment

6 ingredients

24 ingredients

Brand price

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

Brand price

INR 399.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from South Korea

Brand from India

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

Zinc salt (sebum/soothing)1
Zinc salts, used for sebum control and soothing.
Zinc PCA
Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 80
Benzoyl peroxide1
An antibacterial acne treatment that kills C. acnes.
Benzoyl Peroxide
Niacinamide1
Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.
Niacinamide

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

Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Zinc PCA
Barrier Repair6
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Niacinamide, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Polyacrylate
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin, Zinc PCA
Redness Reducing2
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin, Niacinamide

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 Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis3
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Polysorbate 80, Trideceth-10, Trideceth-6

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Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
0 / 0
Hydrogenated Polydecene
Emollient
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion Stabilising
Trideceth-10
Cleansing
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Glycerin
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Benzoyl Peroxide
Oxidising
0 / —
- Benzoyl peroxide
- Acne Fighting
Niacinamide
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Polysorbate 80
Cleansing
0 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Zinc PCA
Humectant
- Zinc salt (sebum/soothing)
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Reduces Irritation

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