Description
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 is one of Korean Beauty's top toner pads — awarded as the #1 Pore Pad in the K-beauty market and Medicube's global best-seller. It is a dual-textured pad infused with AHA + BHA that combines exfoliation, pore purification, and hydration in one routine step.
Each pad has two different sides: the embossed side gently exfoliates the surface, removing dead cells and impurities, while the smooth side applies the active serum, calms and hydrates the skin. The formula contains 4.5% AHA (Lactic Acid) + 0.45% BHA (Salicylic Acid) — a combination specifically designed to melt superficial impurities and penetrate deep into the pores for a completely clean result.
At the same time, it is enriched with Panthenol, Allantoin, Centella Asiatica, Sodium Hyaluronate, and plant extracts that balance the action of the acids — so that the skin remains calm, hydrated, and fresh, without feeling excessively dry. Clinically tested: 47.1% reduction in sebum/oils, 87.3% reduction in pore deposits — proven results from 2 weeks of application.
BENEFITS
• Visible pore reduction: reduction in pore deposits by −87.3% — #1 clinical result from 2 weeks of use
• Sebum control: reduction in oils/sebum by −47.1% — ideal for oily & combination skin
• Dual AHA + BHA exfoliation: Lactic Acid (4.5% AHA) smooths the surface, Salicylic Acid (0.45% BHA) penetrates pores and deeply unclogs
• Texture smoothing: smooth, soft skin from the first use — fewer blackheads, less uneven texture
• Brightness & even tone: plant AHA extracts (apple, citrus) for brightness and a clear, radiant result
• Hydration & soothing: Panthenol, Allantoin, Centella Asiatica & Sodium Hyaluronate balance the action of the acids and maintain the barrier
• Better makeup application: increased makeup adhesion (+1126px difference in clinical test) — ideal base for foundation & BB cream
• Dual-texture pad: 2 sides in 1 pad — exfoliation + hydration in one step, without separate toner
TEXTURE & USER EXPERIENCE
The pads are lightly soaked with a watery, refreshing lotion that spreads evenly during use. When applied with the embossed side, there is a slight massage sensation that removes impurities, while the smooth side leaves the skin fresh and hydrated. The formula dries quickly without sticky residue and leaves a clean, slightly matte finish that layers perfectly under serum, moisturizer or SPF. Subtle, fresh citrus scent from botanical oils — refreshing without being heavy.
PORE PURIFYING TECHNOLOGY
• AHA (Lactic Acid) 4.5%: water-soluble acid that removes dead cells from the surface, smooths texture and enhances radiance. Milder than Glycolic Acid — suitable even for acid beginners
• BHA (Salicylic Acid) 0.45%: fat-soluble acid that penetrates deep into pores, dissolves sebum and blockages — superior for blackheads, whiteheads and acne-prone skin
• Betaine Salicylate: milder BHA alternative that enhances the action of Salicylic Acid without additional irritation
• Botanical AHA Extracts: Apple, Citrus (Lime, Lemon, Orange), Grape — contribute to brightness, even tone and gentle exfoliating action
• Willow Bark Extract (Salix Alba): botanical source of Salicylic Acid — gently enhances anti-inflammatory and purifying action
KEY INGREDIENTS
• Panthenol (Vitamin B5): the formula's balancer — binds moisture, strengthens barrier, soothes after exfoliation
• Allantoin: soothing goodie — calms irritations, regenerates cells, ideal for balancing breakouts
• Centella Asiatica Extract: K-Beauty soothing superstar — reduces inflammation and redness, repairs barrier
• Sodium Hyaluronate: deep hydration — counteracts the drying effect of acids and keeps skin plump
• Betaine: osmolyte from sugar beets — balances cellular water balance, mildly soothing
• Trehalose: sugar with strong water-binding properties — enhances hydration and protects cells from stress
• Citrus Essential Oils (Orange, Lemon, Grapefruit, Bergamot): natural, invigorating scent & antimicrobial properties — ⚠️ contains fragrance, caution for very sensitive skin
• Rosemary, Eucalyptus, Lavender Oil: antimicrobial & antioxidant plant oils
TARGETS
• Enlarged & clogged pores
•Oiliness & excess sebum production
•Blackheads & whiteheads
•Uneven texture & roughness
•Dullness & uneven tone
•Acne-prone skin & imperfections
•Accumulated dead skin cells & impurities
SUITABLE FOR
•Oily & combination skin (ideal)
•Acne-prone skin, blackheads & clogged pores
•Normal skin seeking purification & radiance
•Beginners to acids — Lactic Acid is a milder option compared to Glycolic Acid
•Advanced acid users — tolerable for daily use once skin adjusts
Caution: Due to essential oils in the formula, very sensitive skin or skin with rosaceous/rosacea tendencies are advised to start with a patch test or choose the Medicube Zero Pore Pad Mild version. If you use strong acids or Retinol, do not combine on the same day.
How to Use
Ingredients
