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Medicube ZERO PORE PAD MILD for dry skin

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Medicube ZERO PORE PAD MILD
  • Butylene Glycol
  • Glycerin
  • Betaine Salicylate

Average

  • HighDry Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • Low RiskSafety

Works for dry skin; other toners fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry skin: flakiness, tightness, dehydration, fine lines, and wrinkles. 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

  • Offers moderate exfoliation and pore cleansing for your dry skin due to betaine salicylate and willow bark extract, which help smooth texture and decongest the pores.
  • Hyaluronic acid and allantoin provide hydration and soothing benefits supportive for dry or flaky skin, though the formula lacks sufficient emollients for optimal dry skin hydration.
  • The product is generally safe for your dry skin, with a low risk of irritation from betaine salicylate.

How to apply

  • Use your exfoliating toner as part of your PM routine once a week to start. If your skin is happy, you can slowly use it more often.
  • Apply this exfoliating toner right after your cleanser and before your moisturizer. This keeps your skin care steps in the right order.
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the exfoliating toner into your skin with your hands. Let it soak in for a minute before the next step.
  • Put the exfoliating toner on clean and dry skin to help it work best. Avoid rubbing so your face stays calm and happy.
  • Always do a patch test before your first use and avoid the sensitive eye area.

People Say

★4.5Overall rating based on 200+ reviews

Users with sensitive skin frequently praise this toner pad for its gentle exfoliation and hydration, leading to smoother texture and controlled sebum for a radiant finish. While generally well-received, some users note it is less effective for deep blackhead removal compared to other versions.

Highlights

  • Gentle on Sensitive Mostly Mentioned
    • “no irritation and no dryness”
    • “doesn't sting and is mild”
    • “great for sensitive skin”
  • Hydrating Finish Often Mentioned
    • “leaves my skin feeling moisturized”
    • “don't need to apply much emulsion”
    • “intense hydration”
  • Smoother Skin Texture Often Mentioned
    • “makeup goes on so much smoother”
    • “removes roughness on forehead”
    • “glass-like finish”
  • Hygienic Packaging Sometimes Noted
    • “included tweezers are a nice touch”
    • “lid seals it shut”
    • “sanitary design”
  • Mild/Slow Efficacy Sometimes Noted
    • “falls a bit short on deep pore treatment”
    • “slower results than the original”
    • “didn't show much effect on blackheads”
  • Low Quantity/Value Rarely Noted
    • “runs out so quickly”
    • “wish they came in packs of 100”
    • “expensive for daily use”
  • Poor Pad Adherence Rarely Noted
    • “pads keep falling off”
    • “too thick to stick as a mask”
    • “don't adhere well to the skin”
  • Sticky Residue Rarely Noted
    • “leaves a little sticky feeling”
    • “stickiness on my face”
    • “takes time to absorb”

Sources: lovi.care, oliveyoung.com, stylekorean.com, skinsort.com, medicube.us, yesstyle.com, and more

Questions and answers

How well does medicube Zero Pore Pad Mild work for dry skin?

This exfoliating toner works reasonably well for dry skin by offering moderate texture smoothing and soothing care, but other products fit it better. A product of this type needs richer moisturizing ingredients and softening oils to give dry skin optimal hydration and comfort.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020

Which ingredients make this exfoliant a good fit for dry skin?

Hyaluronic acid and allantoin help smooth and calm dry skin by providing essential hydration and soothing benefits. Betaine salicylate and willow bark extract also help clear pores gently, though dry skin of this type needs richer moisturizing ingredients and softening oils for optimal hydration.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020

What does Butylene Glycol do for dry skin?

Butylene glycol helps dry skin by drawing in moisture and making it easier for hydration to sink in deeper. Clinical testing shows that combining it with other hydrating ingredients can increase skin moisture and reduce water loss.

Journal of Controlled Release, 2022International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024

What does Glycerin do for dry skin?

Glycerin helps dry skin by drawing in moisture and keeping it locked in, which makes the skin feel much softer and smoother. It also supports your natural skin barrier to stop water from escaping easily. A product for dry skin needs extra ingredients like hyaluronic acid and soothing plant extracts to truly calm and hydrate dry patches.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008

Where does this exfoliant go in a skincare routine for dry skin?

This exfoliating toner fits into a dry skin routine once a week to gently smooth texture and clear pores, while keeping irritation low. A product of this type needs rich moisturizing ingredients like heavy emollients to keep dry skin comfortable and properly hydrated.

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

You can use this exfoliant with retinol, but apply them on different nights or times to avoid dryness or irritation. Because both ingredients renew the skin surface, alternating them helps keep your dry skin calm and comfortable.

How often should I use this exfoliant?

Start using this exfoliating toner once a week in your routine, and if your dry skin handles it well without irritation, you may carefully use it more often. This product works for your skin, but a product of this type needs richer moisturizing and softening ingredients to keep dry skin comfortable and fully hydrated.

Can this exfoliant clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?

This exfoliating toner is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for dry skin, and the low risk of irritation from betaine salicylate helps keep skin calm. However, because it lacks sufficient rich moisturizers and oils to fully nourish dry skin, a product for this skin needs extra rich hydrators and nourishing oils to keep it soft and comfortable.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020

Is this exfoliant fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • A topical serum containing 0.5% salicin applied twice daily reduced visible signs of skin aging, including wrinkles and tactile roughness, in 30 female subjects over 12 weeks compared to baseline.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010

  • A botanical face cleanser with hops and willow bark extract continuously reduced skin sebum levels without reactive seborrhea after treatment in 21 healthy volunteers compared to a sodium laureth sulfate cleanser, with neither cleanser causing skin irritation.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019

  • Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.

    Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

  • A topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin, and dexpanthenol significantly reduced postoperative pain, trismus, swelling, and analgesic consumption, while improving wound healing after third molar surgery compared to a placebo.

    Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020

  • Optimized transfersomes loaded with epigallocatechin-3-gallate and hyaluronic acid increased cell viability while reducing lipid peroxidation, intracellular ROS, and MMP expression in HaCaT cells, and exhibited higher skin permeation and deposition compared to plain EGCG.

    Drug Delivery, 2017

  • A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.

    Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

  • The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

  • Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001

Why other toners fit dry skin better

Ingredients

Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine Salicylate, Hyaluronic Acid, Allantoin, Panthenol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Witch Hazel Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Willow Bark Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Tree Leaf Extract, Disodium Edta

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.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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