
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Exfoliating gel (mild) with key ingredients: 8
FEATURES
Mild daily use exfoliating gel, removes dead skin buildup, unclogs pores, minimizes irritation, safe for sensitive skin, contains Rose Water for soothing and hydration, uses Lactobionic Acid (a mild PHA) and Papain for exfoliation, contains 8% Cellulose to eliminate impurities, maintains skin health with Niacinamide and Lactobacillus Ferment, brightens skin, provides antioxidants, strengthens skin barrier.
BEST FOR
sensitive
CHECKS
Does not contain harsh exfoliants or irritants
Who Is It For?
Unspecified Age Range; Suitable For Sensitive Skin TypesWhat Does It Help With?
Dead Skin Buildup Removal Pore Unclogging Skin Hydration Skin Brightening Skin Barrier Strengthening Antioxidant NourishmentBudget
Mid-range ($30-$75)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
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Key Information
What COSRX Says
Product Description:
The Cosrx Low Ph Goodnight Soft Peeling Gel is a mild, daily use exfoliating gel that removes dead skin buildup and unclogs pores. Its extremely gentle formula minimises irritation and is safe for sensitive skin to use. It uses Rose Water to soothe and hydrate skin while other key ingredients exfoliate. The Peeling Gel uses Lactobionic Acid (a mild PHA) and Papain to remove dead skin and clears pores. It also uses 8% Cellulose which further eliminates the impurities that are broken down by the PHA. The gel also maintains skin health with Niacinamide and Lactobacillus Ferment. The Niacinamide helps brighte the skin and provides antioxidants to nourish it. The ferment helps keep skin moisturised and strengthens the skin barrier to improve overall skin condition.
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
rose-water,lactobionic-acid,papain,cellulose-niacinamide,lactobacillus-ferment
Key Ingredients
Rose Water,Lactobionic Acid,Papain,Cellulose,Niacinamide,Lactobacillus Ferment
Ingredients Details
Papain
Common Name(s): Carica papaya enzyme,papaya protease
CAS Number: 9001-73-4
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Gently digests dead keratin proteins for enzymatic exfoliation without acid irritation.
Why It's Used: Gentle enzymatic exfoliant for acid-sensitive skin types requiring exfoliation without ph-dependent aha/bha irritation.
How It Works: Cysteine protease specifically cleaves peptide bonds in keratin proteins at neutral ph, dissolving corneocyte protein bridges without requiring acidic ph. activity is ph- and temperature-dependent (optimal ph 6.5, 37ยฐc). also gently solubilizes sebum plugs.
Typically Found In: Enzyme peels,gentle exfoliants,sensitive skin exfoliants,brightening masks
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ enzyme
Secondary Functions: Protein-specific exfoliation,neutral-ph keratolysis
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 1%โ10% (active enzyme)
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ from carica papaya latex
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Plant-derived (papaya, pineapple) or fermentation-derived.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 2/5 โ low to moderate; potential sensitization with repeated exposure
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Patch test recommended; potential for enzymatic sensitization.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Use with caution โ potential sensitization
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Latex allergy cross-reactivity possible. avoid high concentrations on compromised skin.
Works Well With: Ahas (synergistic),hyaluronic acid,ceramides
Avoid Combining With: High concentrations on sensitive or compromised skin
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Papain's specificity for peptide bonds at hydrophobic residues (leu, phe, val) in keratin provides preferential digestion of the abundant hydrophobic corneocyte proteins, causing selective dissolution of corneocyte protein bridges without disrupting the non-protein lipid matrix of the stratum corneum.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment,enzyme exfoliant review literature
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12