Skincare · Cleansers
Foam Cleanser
The second step of the double cleanse and the highest-repurchase cleanser format. The Korean advantage is pH: formulated near the skin's own 5.5 rather than the high-pH soap systems common in Western foaming washes, which is a claim buyers can defend with data.
Production terms are confirmed directly with the matched manufacturer.
Available directions
Formulation directions this product type can be developed in. Pick one during your request, or ask us to advise during matching.
Creamy foam
The dense cushioned lather Korean cleansers are known for, comfortable for daily use.
Clarifying
BHA or tea tree added for oily and blemish-prone target consumers.
Clay-based
Kaolin or bentonite for oil absorption in a rinse-off format.
Pore care
Mild exfoliating actives aimed at texture and visible pore appearance.
Brightening
Niacinamide or rice extract for an even-tone claim.
Key ingredient options
Amino-acid surfactants
The gentler alternative to sulfates, cleaning while staying close to skin pH.
Centella asiatica
Reduces the tight, stripped feeling after washing.
Panthenol
Conditions the barrier during cleansing so skin feels soft rather than squeaky.
What makes it work
- Low-pH formulation between 5.0 and 5.5 is the Korean standard and a strong point of difference versus high-pH Western foams.
- Sulfate-free amino-acid systems are available for clean-beauty and sensitive-skin lines.
- Lather density is the main sensory quality signal buyers evaluate in samples.
Texture & format
Cream or paste in a tube that whips into a dense lather, formulated at low pH for barrier comfort.
Frequently asked
Why does low pH matter in a foam cleanser?
Skin sits around pH 5.5. Traditional soap-based foams run much higher, which disrupts the barrier and causes tightness. Korean manufacturers formulate near skin pH as standard, which is a genuine and defensible product claim.
