Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser

Name: Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser
Brand: Biore

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Overall score6.1

Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser scores 6.1/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.0) and formulation safety (8.0).

✶ Hero ingredients

#3Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Foaming surfactant

#4Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Gentle coconut-derived surfactant

#5Sorbitol

Sugar-derived humectant

Score breakdown

Overall

6.1

Hydration Efficacy4.2

Irritation Risk9.0

Active Ingredient Strength2.0

Ingredient Transparency7.8

Formulation Safety8.0

Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.

Scores last verified: April 2026

What makes Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser stand out

Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser is a decent cleanser with an overall score of 6.1/9.8. Positioned in the budget bracket, it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Sorbitol, Glycerin, Charcoal Powder — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on low irritation risk (9.0). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger and active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.

Is this right for you?

Great for

✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula

May not suit

⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture
⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment

Key ingredients

✶
Sorbitol
Draws in moisture — #5 in the INCI list
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Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #6 in the INCI list
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Charcoal Powder
Works on your skin — #17 in the INCI list
✶
Benzophenone-4
UV protection — #18 in the INCI list

Full ingredient list

18 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)

#1Water #2Alumina #3Sodium Laureth Sulfate #4Cocamidopropyl Betaine #5Sorbitol #6Glycerin #8Ethylhexylglycerin #9Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer #10Xanthan Gum #11Methylparaben #12Fragrance #13Sodium Hydroxide #14Polyquaternium-39 #15Ethylparaben #16Disodium Edta #17Charcoal Powder #18Benzophenone-4 #19Methylisothiazolinone

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Ingredient breakdown

Other ingredient5
Holds the formula together4
Keeps the product fresh3
Draws in moisture2
Added scent1
Formula balancers1
Works on your skin1
UV protection1

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