# Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 for mature skin

**Lovi Fit: High fit for mature skin.**
Normal Skin Fit: Superior · Effectiveness: High · Safety: Excellent.

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/medicube/zero-pore-pad-2-0/for/mature-skin

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

Brand: [Medicube](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/medicube)
Category: [Toners](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/best/toners)

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with mature skin: fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness. For scores based on a full skin profile (12D face scan, goals, preferences), use the Lovi app.

One of the best toners for mature skin.

## Why this fit

- Offers excellent exfoliating and decongesting benefits for your normal skin due to lactic acid and salicylic acid, which promote cell turnover to address wrinkles and fine lines. Panthenol and sodium hyaluronate further enhance hydration, complementing the mild exfoliation.
- The inclusion of ingredients like betaine salicylate and willow bark extract provides additional pore-clearing and texture-refining effects, supporting your goal of smoother skin.
- The product is safe for your normal skin, as it contains soothing agents like panthenol and allantoin and lacks harsh or prohibited ingredients.

## Fit by skin type

- [Oily skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/medicube/zero-pore-pad-2-0/for/oily-skin): Superior
- [Dry skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/medicube/zero-pore-pad-2-0/for/dry-skin): Low
- [Combination skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/medicube/zero-pore-pad-2-0/for/combination-skin): Superior
- [Sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/medicube/zero-pore-pad-2-0/for/sensitive-skin): Average
- [Acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/medicube/zero-pore-pad-2-0/for/acne-prone-skin): Superior
- [Skin with dark spots](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/medicube/zero-pore-pad-2-0/for/dark-spots): High
- [Mature skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/medicube/zero-pore-pad-2-0/for/mature-skin): High (this page)
- [Dry sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/medicube/zero-pore-pad-2-0/for/dry-sensitive-skin): Low
- [Oily acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/medicube/zero-pore-pad-2-0/for/oily-acne-prone-skin): High

## Key ingredients

Lactic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Centella Asiatica Extract

## What the research says

- 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/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20883292/))
- Topical gel containing chitosan, 0.2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol did not improve postoperative comfort regarding swelling and pain, but improved the wound's aesthetic appearance following impacted lower third molar extraction compared to no gel. ([Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27475700/))
- Application of a cream containing lactic acid 12% and pramoxine HCl 1% significantly improved skin dryness, hydration, and itch compared with a nontreated control in 24 women with a history of dry itchy skin. ([Cutis, 2004](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15027519/))
- Topical 12% ammonium lactate produced a significant sparing of epidermal and dermal atrophy induced by clobetasol propionate in human volunteers, without influencing the corticosteroid's bioavailability or antiinflammatory properties. ([Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1992](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1597538/))
- A lactic acid/ceramide lotion significantly improved skin moisturization and desquamation compared to no treatment in women with dry, rough skin on the anterior shins. ([The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33178384/))
- 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/))
- Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control. ([Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22052267/))
- Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction. ([Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34623507/))
- Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days. ([BMC Oral Health, 2019](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31311529/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31532576/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18498456/))
- Topical application of 0.05% w/w ECa 233 gel reduced erythema index by 0.03 U and improved early crusting and general wound appearance compared to placebo in thirty individuals undergoing facial laser resurfacing. ([Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32310680/))
- 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 treatment with 5% vitamin C and 0.1% madecassoside significantly improved clinical scores for wrinkles, suppleness, firmness, roughness, and skin hydration, along with functional and structural remodeling of the elastic fiber network in 20 female volunteers with photoaged skin after 6 months compared to baseline. ([Experimental Dermatology, 2008](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18503551/))

## What reviewers say

Based on a very large amount of data, users with oily and combination skin report significant improvements in skin texture and pore visibility, often describing a "glass skin" finish after consistent use. Those with sensitive skin occasionally experience irritation or tingling due to the AHA/BHA content, and results regarding actual pore shrinkage vary by individual.

- Liked: Smoother skin texture (mostly mentioned)
- Liked: Pore appearance (often mentioned)
- Liked: Convenient packaging (sometimes noted)
- Liked: Hydrating non-stripping (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Sticky residue (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Irritation/Tingling (rarely noted)
- Disliked: No visible change (rarely noted)
- Disliked: Price point (rarely noted)

## How to apply

- Use this exfoliating toner as part of your PM routine once a week to start , then increase frequency carefully if your skin feels comfortable.
- Apply this product after cleansing and before your moisturizer to ensure it works effectively.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the exfoliating toner into your skin and let it absorb fully ⏳.
- Apply the exfoliating toner on clean, dry skin for the best results since your skin is normal and not sensitive.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area and always use SPF daily while using exfoliating active ingredients.
- Video: https://storage.pora.ai/020cca37b222f917c1e8d86638215d98.mp4

## Questions and answers

### What makes Medicube Zero Pore Pads a great fit for mature skin?

Medicube Zero Pore Pads are a great fit for mature skin because lactic acid and salicylic acid exfoliate and clear pores while helping smooth the look of fine lines and wrinkles. At the same time, sodium hyaluronate and panthenol boost hydration and keep mature skin feeling soft and calm.
Sources: [American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/), [The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/)

### Which ingredients make this toner a good fit for mature skin?

This toner is a great fit for mature skin because lactic acid and salicylic acid help sweep away dead cells to smooth out fine lines and wrinkles. At the same time, sodium hyaluronate, glycerin, and panthenol add essential moisture while centella asiatica extract calms the skin.
Sources: [American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/), [The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/)

### What does Lactic Acid do for mature skin?

Lactic acid helps mature skin by boosting firmness and smoothing out rough texture through increased collagen production. It also helps lock in moisture and brightens dark spots for a more youthful appearance.
Sources: [International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2024](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39102921/), [Frontiers in Medicine, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33681250/)

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

Salicylic acid helps smooth and firm mature skin by boosting collagen and elasticity while reducing roughness and wrinkles. It is unlikely to cause irritation when used correctly, but this skin type also needs extra hydrating ingredients to stay soft and plump.
Sources: [Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38926250/)

### Where does this toner go in a skincare routine for mature skin?

This exfoliating toner goes in the evening routine after cleansing and before your treatment and moisturizer. Lovi routines start exfoliating steps once a week, and people who tolerate them well and see good results may carefully use them more often.

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

You can use this toner with retinol by applying the toner first and waiting for it to dry before adding your retinol, or by using them on alternate nights to prevent irritation. The gentle exfoliating acids help smooth fine lines, while soothing ingredients like panthenol help keep your skin calm and hydrated.
Sources: [American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/), [The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/)

### How often should I use this toner?

Start using this toner once a week, and if your skin feels comfortable and you like the results, you may carefully use it more often. This gentle approach helps prevent irritation while smoothing your skin.
Sources: [Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32356917/), [Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38406974/)

### Can this toner clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for mature skin?

This toner is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for mature skin, as it contains salicylic acid and lactic acid which help clear pores and smooth skin texture. Panthenol and sodium hyaluronate further add moisture to keep skin balanced while exfoliating.
Sources: [American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/), [Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20883292/)

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

It contains fragrance (limonene) and drying alcohol (alcohol denat).

## Alternatives for mature skin

- [ANUA BHA 2% Gentle Exfoliating Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/anua/bha-2-gentle-exfoliating-toner/for/mature-skin) — High fit — £18.00 at Amazon
- [SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/sk-ii/facial-treatment-clear-lotion/for/mature-skin) — High fit — £104.99 at Amazon
- [By Wishtrend Mandelic Acid 5% Skin Prep Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/by-wishtrend/mandelic-acid-5-skin-prep-water/for/mature-skin) — High fit — £18.99 at Amazon

## Pairs well with

- Cleanser: [Fresh Soy Face Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/fresh/soy-face-cleanser/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit — £14.99 at Amazon
- Moisturizer: [Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Lift and Firm Night Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/elizabeth-arden/advanced-ceramide-lift-and-firm-night-cream/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit — £38.50 at Amazon
- SPF: [Torriden DIVE-IN Mild Sunscreen](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/torriden/dive-in-mild-sunscreen/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit — £22.00 at Amazon

## Where to buy

- Notino: £17.50 (https://www.notino.co.uk/medicube/zero-pore-pad-2-0-exfoliating-pads-to-smooth-skin-and-minimise-pores/p-16299705/)
- Lookfantastic: £17.90 (https://www.lookfantastic.com/p/medicube-zero-pore-pad-2.0/16858532/)
Prices checked 10 Oct – 14 Oct 2026.

## Ingredients

Water, Methylpropanediol, Tromethamine, Lactic Acid, Alcohol Denat, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Glycereth-26, Salicylic Acid, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Vp Copolymer, Betaine, Trehalose, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Allantoin, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Disodium Edta, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Betaine Salicylate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Lemon Peel Oil, Grapefruit Peel Oil, Bergamot Oil Fruit, Rosmarinus Officinalis Oil Leaf Rosemary Oil Leaf, Eucalyptus Globulus Oil Leaf, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil Lavender Oil, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract Grape Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract, Lemon Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Ethyl Hexanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Willow Bark Extract, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract, Lactobacillus Soybean Extract Ferment, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Limonene
## 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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