Why this product
Sensitive, reactive. pH 5.5 respects your acid mantle. Gentle daily reset.
What it does: Low-pH water-based cleanser that maintains skin's natural acid mantle while gently removing impurities.
Skin types: all skin types, sensitive skin, dry skin.
vs CeraVe: $12 vs $28. Unlike Western cleansers that often have high pH (7-9), this maintains skin's natural acidity. Gentler than CeraVe with better ingredient sourcing at half the price.
Consistently rated Holy Grail across an estimated 449+ community discussions on r/AsianBeauty. Most common praise: this is the gentlest cleanser I've ever used. Never leaves my skin tight or dry, perfect for my sensitive skin.
2nd cleanse step
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Where in your routine
Why this step exists in K-beauty
K-beauty emphasizes maintaining the skin's optimal pH (5.5) during cleansing to preserve the acid mantle and support barrier function, unlike harsh Western cleansers that can disrupt skin pH.
How to use
Key ingredients
Details
Western equivalent
CeraVe
Hydrating Cleanser
$28
Unlike Western cleansers that often have high pH (7-9), this maintains skin's natural acidity. Gentler than CeraVe with better ingredient sourcing at half the price.
The bottom line
Purito Defence Barrier pH Cleanser is a 2nd cleanse that costs $12 for 150ml. The Western equivalent (CeraVe) runs $28 — you save 57%. Best for all skin types, sensitive skin, dry skin skin.