COSRX Refresh AHA BHA Vitamin C Daily Cream – a lightweight exfoliating cream for a radiant-looking complexion
COSRX Refresh AHA BHA Vitamin C Daily Cream is a lightweight face cream with a lotion-like texture, designed to revive the appearance of dull, lacklustre skin with an uneven texture. Its concept is captured in the name itself: AHA, BHA and vitamin C are combined with the feel of an everyday moisturiser. This is not a rich protective balm, but a fresh final step in your skincare routine that focuses on both a smoother-looking complexion and a lightweight finish.
“Golden-Rx Complex”: the idea of fruit peels adapted for a cream
One of this cream’s defining features is COSRX’s “Golden-Rx Complex” concept, based on pitaya and golden kiwi peel extracts. The brand associates these botanical extracts with the use of fruit peels, giving the formula a clear concept rooted in more than just decoration. The cream complements this idea with gentle exfoliating ingredients that support skin-surface renewal, along with ingredients intended to promote a brighter-looking complexion. The combination is designed to leave skin looking smoother and more radiant while keeping the product’s feel distinctly cream-like.
- Fruit peel complex: pitaya and kiwi extracts form the recognisable basis of the “Golden-Rx Complex”, giving the Refresh line its distinctive direction.
- Radiance system: niacinamide, alpha-arbutin and the stable vitamin C derivative ascorbyl glucoside help create the appearance of a more even, less tired-looking skin tone.
- Smoothing focus: glycolic acid, betaine salicylate and lactobionic acid complement the formula, supporting gentle care for uneven skin texture.
- Comfort balance: sea buckthorn water, panthenol, allantoin, betaine and sodium hyaluronate help maintain a moisturised feel and reduce the sensation of dryness.
In the jar, the cream looks light and smooth, spreads quickly over the skin and, once absorbed, leaves a fresh, weightless finish with a subtly smoother-looking complexion. The combination of menthyl lactate and mint extract adds a cooling note, making the experience feel more like an awakening emulsion cream than a thick nourishing texture. It will particularly appeal to those looking for a single lightweight cream for a dull-skin care routine and who do not want a greasy layer at the end.
Usage
After cleansing and toning your skin, take a small amount of COSRX Refresh AHA BHA Vitamin C Daily Cream and gently apply it to your face and neck, avoiding the eye area. Use your fingertips to massage the cream in upward circular motions until fully absorbed. For best results, apply the cream in the morning and evening, and always follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen during the day, as AHA and BHA can increase your skin’s sensitivity to the sun. Start with a few times a week and gradually increase frequency as your skin adjusts.
Ingredients
Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract, Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Water, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Niacinamide, 1-2-Hexanediol, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Betaine, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Arginine, Panthenol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Allantoin, Adenosine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Alpha-Arbutin, Menthyl Lactate, Mentha Haplocalix Extract, Tocopherol, Lactobionic Acid, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Betaine Salicylate, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Glycolic Acid, Water
The manufacturer is responsible for the product’s ingredients. Due to possible changes, we always recommend checking the ingredient list directly on the packaging.



In today's cosmetics market, where labels often resemble pages from a chemistry textbook, Cosrx Cosmetics stands out with its simple yet astonishingly effective approach. Their products contain only carefully selected active ingredients:
However, Cosrx Cosmetics cares not only for your skin but also for the planet. All their products are manufactured following the highest quality standards, without cruel animal testing. Additionally, the brand actively strives to reduce packaging waste and promotes sustainable production practices. Isn't it reassuring to know that your chosen cosmetics contribute to a cleaner planet? It's a double benefit—your skin glows, and the world becomes a little better.








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