# Medicube Red Succinic Acid Peeling Pad for combination skin

**Lovi Fit: High fit for combination skin.**
Combination Skin Fit: High · Effectiveness: High · Safety: High.

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/medicube/red-succinic-acid-peeling-pad/for/combination-skin

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Germany.

Brand: [Medicube](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/brands/medicube)
Category: [Exfoliants](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/best/exfoliators)

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. For scores based on a full skin profile (12D face scan, goals, preferences), use the Lovi app.

A great choice for combination skin; a few products fit it even better.

## Why this fit

- Offers excellent exfoliation for your combination skin, as succinic acid, glycolic acid, and lactic acid work synergistically to smooth texture and regulate desquamation without causing irritation.
- The inclusion of allantoin, panthenol, and Centella Asiatica Extract further soothes your skin, while hyaluronic acid provides essential hydration.
- This formula is safe for your combination skin, containing no harsh ingredients and featuring a blend of soothing agents.

## Fit by skin type

- [Oily skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/medicube/red-succinic-acid-peeling-pad/for/oily-skin): High
- [Dry skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/medicube/red-succinic-acid-peeling-pad/for/dry-skin): Average
- [Combination skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/medicube/red-succinic-acid-peeling-pad/for/combination-skin): High (this page)
- [Sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/medicube/red-succinic-acid-peeling-pad/for/sensitive-skin): Average
- [Acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/medicube/red-succinic-acid-peeling-pad/for/acne-prone-skin): High
- [Skin with dark spots](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/medicube/red-succinic-acid-peeling-pad/for/dark-spots): High
- [Mature skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/medicube/red-succinic-acid-peeling-pad/for/mature-skin): Average
- [Dry sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/medicube/red-succinic-acid-peeling-pad/for/dry-sensitive-skin): Average
- [Oily acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/medicube/red-succinic-acid-peeling-pad/for/oily-acne-prone-skin): Superior

## Key ingredients

Succinic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Panthenol, Niacinamide

## What the research says

- Treatment with a facial cream gel containing a biotechnological phytocomplex, niacinamide, and succinic acid increased skin microbial diversity and reduced C. acnes abundance, lesion counts, sebum, and acne severity in 44 subjects with mild-moderate acne over 56 days. ([Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39205505/))
- Cosmetic formulations containing 5% Centella asiatica extract showed the best efficacy in improving skin moisture and decreasing transepidermal water loss, while also exhibiting antiinflammatory properties in 25 volunteers compared to baseline measurements. ([Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/))
- Topical 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, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/))
- A new topical panthenol-containing emollient significantly improved transepidermal water loss reduction, stratum corneum hydration, and intercellular lipid lamellae length compared with control in healthy subjects without negatively impacting bacterial viability. ([The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/))
- A panthenol-enriched mask significantly decreased erythema and hyperpigmentation, increased sebum and stratum corneum moisture, and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to a saline dressing in 60 subjects undergoing facial laser treatment. ([Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40613435/))
- Treatment with a lotion containing a phytocomplex, niacinamide, and succinic acid increased skin microbial alpha diversity, reduced Cutibacterium acnes relative abundance, and improved acne severity and clinical symptoms in 43 subjects with truncal mild-moderate acne. ([Skin Research and Technology, 2024](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39044362/))
- Treatment with plant-derived exosomes combined with non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid and succinic acid improved facial hyperpigmentation in two patients. ([Cureus, 2026](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41641180/))
- Hyaluronic acid and succinic acid combination induced mitophagy in senescent fibroblasts, promoted adipogenesis, increased IGF1 and decreased TNFA in aged adipocytes, and upregulated COL3A1 and EGF expression. ([International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40806676/))
- Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen achieved a higher cure rate (39%) than salicylic acid (24%) and a wait-and-see approach (16%) for cutaneous warts at 13 weeks in primary care patients. ([CMAJ, 2010](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20837684/))
- A moisturizer containing licochalcone A, 1,2-decanediol, L-carnitine, and salicylic acid significantly reduced noninflammatory, inflammatory, and total acne lesion counts compared to a vehicle control in Thai patients during a 12-week maintenance phase. ([BioMed Research International, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33150170/))
- Treatment with 2% supramolecular salicylic acid hydrogel resulted in a regression and markedly improvement rate of 51.01% compared to 43.10% for Adapaline gel in patients with mild to moderate facial acne vulgaris, showing no significant difference in efficacy. ([Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38590107/))
- Repeated short-contact 70% glycolic acid peels provided superior results in atrophic acne scars compared to daily low-strength glycolic acid cream or placebo in 58 women over 24 weeks. ([International Journal of Dermatology, 2000](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11095203/))
- Serial glycolic acid peels combined with a modified Kligman formula significantly reduced facial PIH severity in Indian patients compared to the modified Kligman formula alone. ([Dermatologic Surgery, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28114204/))
- Moisturizer containing 5% panthenol, madecassoside, and copper-zinc-manganese decreased adverse reactions and downtime after ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing with comparable efficacy to 0.02% triamcinolone acetonide cream in 20 subjects. ([Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30945430/))
- Topical dexpanthenol formulated in lipophilic vehicles improved stratum corneum hydration and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to vehicle control in humans. ([Arzneimittel-Forschung, 2000](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10965426/))
- Hyaluronic acid, hyaluronic acid plus dexpanthenol, and isotonic saline nasal sprays all significantly improved dry nose symptoms over four weeks in 240 patients, with hyaluronic acid plus dexpanthenol providing superior nasal moisturisation compared to the other two. ([Auris, Nasus, Larynx, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32067777/))
- Topical 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, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33103316/))
- Topical 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, 2008](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17882270/))
- Topical 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16029679/))

## What reviewers say

Based on limited data, users with acne-prone and sensitive skin frequently report significant improvements in skin texture and clarity, with many praising the pads for calming active breakouts and reducing redness without causing severe irritation. Most users find them gentle and hydrating, though a small minority experienced tingling or found the product too pricey for the quantity.

- Liked: Clears acne (often mentioned)
- Liked: Soothes redness (often mentioned)
- Liked: Gentle exfoliation (sometimes noted)
- Liked: Hydrating and light (sometimes noted)
- Liked: Improves texture (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Expensive for quantity (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Causes tingling (rarely noted)
- Disliked: Leaves residue (rarely noted)
- Disliked: Not effective (rarely noted)
- Disliked: Pad quality issues (rarely noted)

## How to apply

- Use this exfoliant product in your PM routine starting once a week, then increase frequency carefully if your skin feels fine.
- Apply this exfoliant step after cleansing and toner, but right before your moisturizer.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the exfoliant into your skin and wait a minute before layering.
- Apply the exfoliant to clean, dry skin to help control your oily shine comfortably.
- Avoid the eye area and do a patch test before your first use.
- Video: https://storage.pora.ai/028e5e793422a3b665c02ff502cf5a68.mp4

## Questions and answers

### What makes medicube Red Succinic Acid Peeling Pad a great fit for combination skin?

This exfoliant treatment is a great fit because succinic acid, glycolic acid, and lactic acid smooth texture and balance your skin without causing irritation. Soothing ingredients like allantoin, panthenol, and Centella Asiatica Extract calm your skin, while hyaluronic acid keeps it hydrated.
Sources: [Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/), [American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/)

### Which ingredients make this exfoliant a good fit for combination skin?

Succinic acid, glycolic acid, and lactic acid smooth texture and keep oily and dry areas balanced without irritation. Allantoin, panthenol, Centella Asiatica extract, and hyaluronic acid help soothe the skin and provide essential moisture.
Sources: [Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/), [American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/)

### What does Succinic Acid do for combination skin?

Succinic acid helps balance oily and dry areas by reducing excess sebum and calming redness, making it a great addition for combination skin. It also helps manage breakouts and keeps the skin smooth without feeling heavy. A product for this skin type needs oil-balancing ingredients and lightweight hydration.
Sources: [Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39205505/), [Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology, 2014](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24265031/)

### What does Salicylic Acid do for combination skin?

Salicylic acid helps clear clogged pores and balance oily areas while remaining gentle enough for dry spots on combination skin. It reduces breakouts and oiliness effectively with a low likelihood of irritation.
Sources: [Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37941097/), [Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38051857/)

### Where does it go in a skincare routine for combination skin?

This exfoliant treatment goes into your evening routine once a week, after cleansing and before moisturizing. Lovi routines start exfoliating pads once a week, and people who tolerate them well and see good results may carefully use them more often.

### Can I use this exfoliant with retinol, and in what order?

It is best to use this exfoliant on nights when you are not using retinol to help prevent excessive dryness or irritation. When combining them in your routine, apply your retinol on separate nights and always follow with a good moisturizer.

### How often should I use it?

Start by using this exfoliant treatment once a week in your evening routine. If your combination skin tolerates it well and you see good results, you may carefully use it more often.

### Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?

This exfoliant treatment is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on combination skin because it helps smooth texture and clear dead skin without irritation. Soothing ingredients like panthenol and Centella Asiatica extract further help keep your skin calm and balanced.
Sources: [Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/), [American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/)

### Is this exfoliant fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

## Alternatives for combination skin

- [Beauty of Joseon Propolis + Niacinamide Glow Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/beauty-of-joseon/propolis-niacinamide-glow-serum/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €9.99 at Amazon
- [Neogen Dermalogy Real Niacinamide 15% Firming Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/neogen-dermalogy/real-niacinamide-15-firming-serum/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €35.29 at Amazon
- [Augustinus Bader The Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/augustinus-bader/the-serum/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €333.00 at Amazon

## Pairs well with

- Cleanser: [Fresh Soy Face Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/fresh/soy-face-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €39.99 at Amazon
- Hydrating Toner: [Paula's Choice Pore-Reducing Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/paula-s-choice/skin-balancing-pore-reducing-toner/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €36.00 at Amazon
- Moisturizer: [Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/some-by-mi/yuja-niacin-brightening-moisture-gel-cream/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €13.67 at Amazon

## Where to buy

- Amazon.de: €17.15 (https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0CV7RX6ML?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- Notino: €24.50 (https://www.notino.de/medicube/red-succinic-acid-peeling-pad-peeling-polsterchen-fuer-unreine-haut/p-16358903/)
Prices checked 20 Oct – 6 Nov 2026.

## Ingredients

Water, Glycerin, Succinic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Allantoin, Panthenol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium Edta
## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this fit score: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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