Medicube DEEP VITA-C CAPSULE CREAM for sensitive skin
Vitamin Water
Vitamin C Derivatives
Niacinamide
Average
- HighNormal Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- Low RiskSafety
Works for sensitive skin; other moisturizers fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with sensitive skin: redness, stinging, and reactions to new products. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Highly suitable for your normal skin as Vitamin C derivatives and Niacinamide offer antioxidant activity and melanogenesis regulation, providing moderate moisturizing and brightening benefits.
- While the formula offers general skincare benefits, it lacks specialized ingredients to target your redness and irritation.
- The product is generally safe for your normal skin, with a slight risk of irritation from Vitamin C derivatives.
How to apply
- Use this soothing AM and PM routine every day to keep your normal skin calm. Always remember to apply SPF in the morning after your moisturizer.
- Apply your moisturizer after your toner in the morning, and after your serum in the evening. This step locks in hydration and protects your skin.
- Gently press a small amount of the moisturizer evenly across your face. Avoid rubbing to keep your sensitive skin happy and calm.
- You can apply this gentle formula on dry or slightly damp skin for the best comfort. It works wonderfully on clean skin to soothe redness and irritation.
- Do a patch test before your very first use to check your skin's reaction. Avoid getting the product directly into your eyes .
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 400+ reviewsUsers frequently praise this cream for its unique dual-texture formula that effectively brightens dull complexions and fades dark spots while providing deep hydration. Those with oily or acne-prone skin often find the finish too sticky or heavy, suggesting it is best suited for dry skin types or night-time use.
Highlights
Brightens skin tone Often Mentioned
- “complexion looks noticeably brighter”
- “stubborn post-acne spots are fading faster than ever”
- “noticeable brightness and glow to my complexion”
- “leaves my face brighter and softer”
Deeply moisturizing Often Mentioned
- “revives my tired skin overnight”
- “skin visibly more hydrated in the morning”
- “leaves skin feeling hydrated... good value”
- “perfect for everyday hydration”
Sticky residue Often Mentioned
- “feels way too sticky and tacky”
- “dries into a sticky, reflective mess”
- “slightly tacky but I apply makeup overtop”
- “stickiness doesn't absorb and just sits on your face”
Customizable texture Sometimes Noted
- “fun texture... vitamin c suspended in HA gel”
- “mix an appropriate amount of capsules and gel”
- “capsules melt into the gel and release vitamin C”
- “adjust the ratio... based on what your skin needs”
Gentle formulation Sometimes Noted
- “gentle even for sensitive skin”
- “no irritation... hypoallergenic”
- “did not irritate my sensitive skin”
Heavy for oily skin Sometimes Noted
- “too rich for my liking”
- “made my acne pop out”
- “very heavy... not really nice on my oily skin”
- “clogged my pores”
Difficult application Rarely Noted
- “hard to precisely scoop the right amount”
- “capsules can roll around a bit”
- “always too much or not enough”
Strong scent Rarely Noted
- “fragrance in this is strong”
- “fresh citrus smell... refreshing”
- “smell it long after I apply it”
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Questions and answers
How well does the DEEP VITA-C CAPSULE CREAM work for sensitive skin?
This cream works for sensitive skin, though other products fit it better because it lacks specialized ingredients to target redness and irritation. A product for this skin needs soothing ingredients like fermented Centella Asiatica, Cica Ceramide, and nourishing oils to calm irritation and support the skin barrier while providing hydration.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for sensitive skin?
Vitamin C derivatives and niacinamide make this cream a good fit by providing antioxidant activity, though a moisturizing treatment for sensitive skin also needs soothing ingredients like fermented Centella Asiatica, Cica Ceramide, and nourishing oils to calm redness and irritation.
What does Vitamin Water do for sensitive skin?
Vitamin Water is generally unsuitable for sensitive skin because it typically lacks the calming ingredients and moisture barriers needed to soothe redness and irritation. Sensitive skin requires gentle, hydrating formulas with ingredients like niacinamide or glycerin to maintain a calm and comfortable feel.
What does Vitamin C do for sensitive skin?
Vitamin C helps brighten skin and reduce dark spots for people with sensitive skin. Using it may also improve overall skin quality and smooth out fine lines over time.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2024
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for sensitive skin?
This cream goes in the evening routine as a treatment step, applied after your soothing toner and before your moisturizer. Treatments with active ingredients are placed in the evening for simplicity and extra safety around sun exposure, though sensitive skin needs a product that also includes soothing ingredients to calm redness and irritation.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cream in the evening before your moisturizer, but apply it carefully since it contains Vitamin C derivatives that may cause a slight risk of irritation on sensitive skin. A product of this type needs soothing ingredients and barrier-supporting ceramides to calm redness and protect sensitive skin when paired with strong actives like retinol.
How often should I use this cream?
You can use this cream in your evening routine, applying it after your toner and before your moisturizer. Vitamin C derivatives may carry a slight risk of irritation on sensitive skin, so watch how your skin reacts.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for sensitive skin?
This cream is unlikely to clog pores for sensitive skin, but it may cause irritation because it contains vitamin C derivatives. A sensitive skin type needs gentle, fragrance-free moisturizers with soothing ingredients like ceramides or centella asiatica to calm redness without a heavy or sticky feel.
Can I use this cream around the eyes or on my body?
This cream works for sensitive skin, but since it lacks specialized ingredients for redness and irritation, a product for the thin skin around the eyes or on the body needs soothing agents like centella, ceramides, or hyaluronic acid to calm and hydrate delicate areas safely.
What the research says
Niacinamide significantly decreased hyperpigmentation and increased skin lightness compared with vehicle alone after 4 weeks of use in women by inhibiting melanosome transfer.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Topical treatment of nicotinamide, alone or in combination with other active ingredients, reduces the progression of skin aging and hyperpigmentation in clinical trials while being well tolerated.
Antioxidants, 2021Topical application of 5% vitamin C cream significantly improved global clinical scores, increased skin microrelief density, and induced elastic tissue repair in photoaged skin compared to excipient control in healthy female volunteers.
Experimental Dermatology, 2003Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.
Journal of Periodontology, 2009Topical application of VC-IP cream twice daily for 8 weeks reduces periorbital wrinkles in female subjects compared to a placebo cream.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2005
Why other moisturizers fit sensitive skin better
A panthenol-enriched mask improved skin hydration, regulated sebum, and reduced redness and TEWL across dry sensitive, oily sensitive, and oily acne skin subgroups with excellent tolerance and no adverse reactions.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Topical dexpanthenol acts as a moisturizer, improves stratum corneum hydration, accelerates wound healing and epidermal regeneration, reduces erythema, and improves symptoms of skin irritation compared to vehicle or no pretreatment.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002A dexpanthenol-containing cream accelerated skin barrier repair, increased stratum corneum hydration, reduced skin roughness, and decreased skin redness compared to vehicle and untreated controls in sodium lauryl sulphate-irritated skin.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2002
Ingredients
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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