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NEEDLY Mild Enzyme Cleansing Powder

By Nur → Last verified 11/3/2026

$15.64$0.39/g40 g

Price checked 11/3/2026

Verified 2026-11-03 on YesStyle: $15.64. Prices change often, so confirm on the retailer's page.

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What we found

Based on how this product compares to others in the cleansers category, cross-referenced against retailer listings and market data.

Strengths

  • + One enzyme, honestly placed: bromelain at #7 of 18 — no enzyme-count inflation in the name or the copy
  • + A real formulation distinction: soapnut, yucca and soapwort saponin extracts support the mild SCI + glutamate surfactants
  • + Verified fragrance-free and essential-oil-free, agreed by two independent INCI sources
  • + 'Not irritating' dominates its Hwahae pattern (77 mentions) — the strongest gentle signal in its batch — with a 2023 Hwahae powder award
  • + Low absolute ticket ($12.47) and it clears every framework floor, including Value exactly at the floor

Worth knowing

  • - pH is undisclosed, and the bromelain percentage is undisclosed — placement is all that can be verified
  • - The wide container opening wastes product — the top recurring complaint in reviews (34 mentions)
  • - Small 40 g size runs out quickly with daily use
  • - No finished-product mildness test found
  • - Price of record is Korean-MSRP-derived, not a pinned US street price

Key ingredients

These are the ingredients NEEDLY highlights for this product, cross-checked against general dermatological and cosmetic-chemistry sources, not a full INCI list.

Fragrance: confirmed fragrance-free.

IngredientWhat it isWhat it does for skin
BromelainA specific active or extract in this formula.Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources.
Soapnut (Sapindus trifoliatus) extractA specific active or extract in this formula.Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources.
Yucca extractA specific active or extract in this formula.Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources.
Soapwort (Saponaria) extractA specific active or extract in this formula.Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources.
SqualaneA stable, skin-identical oil, usually plant-derived (from olives or sugarcane) in modern formulas.An emollient that softens skin and helps prevent moisture loss without feeling heavy or greasy.
AllantoinA soothing compound, naturally occurring in some plants and also made synthetically.Calms irritation and supports skin healing, often paired with other barrier-focused ingredients.
DiglycerinA specific active or extract in this formula.Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources.
Salicylic acidA beta hydroxy acid (BHA), oil-soluble unlike AHAs.Exfoliates inside pores to clear buildup and control oil, with mild anti-inflammatory properties useful for acne-prone skin.Note: An active exfoliant. Can be drying or irritating with daily use, especially for dry or sensitized skin.
Glycolic acidA specific active or extract in this formula.Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources.

What the brand says

NEEDLY's own marketing claims, not our own findings.

  • Mild fragrance-free enzyme powder second cleanser; bromelain genuinely placed; salicylic and glycolic acids carried at contains-scope only — no acne-treatment claim

Research-Based

Our assessment comes from pricing, ingredients, and published information, not personal use, the same standard we apply across the site. This product hasn't been hands-on tested yet. See our Methodology for what that distinction means.

Price history

The lowest price per g we've recorded for this product is $0.31, below its current $0.39.

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Frequently asked

How much does NEEDLY Mild Enzyme Cleansing Powder cost per g?

$0.39 per g (currently $15.64 for 40 g).

Has NEEDLY Mild Enzyme Cleansing Powder been hands-on tested?

Not yet. Our assessment for this product comes from pricing, ingredients, and published information, not personal use, the same standard we apply across the site. See our Methodology for what that distinction means.

Has NEEDLY Mild Enzyme Cleansing Powder won any awards?

Yes -- #6 in Hwahae Beauty Awards 2023.

What are the key ingredients in NEEDLY Mild Enzyme Cleansing Powder?

The ingredients NEEDLY highlights for this product include Bromelain, Soapnut (Sapindus trifoliatus) extract, Yucca extract, Soapwort (Saponaria) extract, Squalane, Allantoin, Diglycerin, Salicylic acid, Glycolic acid.

Sources

Pricing and availability for this product were verified against the following retailer listings.