Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of MediCube Super Cica Pads versus MediCube Super Cica Cream .
Last updated on November 28, 2023. Published on January 14, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 20 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA and hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Toner
Toners are used as a “last-step” cleanser, a pH balancer, add moisture to the skin, or may help in reducing impurities on the skin. They have a liquid consistency and are usually used after cleansers but before treatments.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Ingredient Info
MediCube Super Cica Pads 38 ingredients
MediCube Super Cica Cream 49 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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MediCube Super Cica Pads 38 ingredients
MediCube Super Cica Cream 49 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
MediCube Super Cica Pads 38 ingredients
MediCube Super Cica Cream 49 ingredients
Water • Butylene Glycol • Propanediol • Methylpropanediol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Hydroxyacetophenone • Glycerin • Panthenol • Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate • Salicylic Acid • Tromethamine • Biosaccharide Gum-1 • Ethylhexylglycerin • Glycereth-26 • Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract • Dipropylene Glycol • Disodium EDTA • Centella Asiatica Extract • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract • Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate • Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract • Centella Asiatica Root Extract • Pentylene Glycol • Bacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract • Bletilla Striata Root Extract • Echinacea Purpurea Extract • Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract • Madecassoside • Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Hyaluronic Acid • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Ectoin • Houttuynia Cordata Extract • Asiatic Acid • Asiaticoside • Madecassic Acid
Water • Butylene Glycol • Glycerin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Cyclohexasiloxane • Pentylene Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Dipropylene Glycol • Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil • Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter • Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract • Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract • Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract • Corallina Officinalis Extract • Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Extract • Ethylhexyl Olivate • Panthenol • Ectoin • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Sodium Acrylates Copolymer • Cetearyl Olivate • Sorbitan Olivate • Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Synthetic Beeswax • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Hydroxyacetophenone • Salicylic Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Sodium Phytate • Sorbitan Isostearate • Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Silica • Dextrin • Allantoin • Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate • Madecassoside • Tocopherol • Ceramide NP • Asiatic Acid • Asiaticoside • Madecassic Acid • Xanthan Gum
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterMediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 1.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
MediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 2.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
MediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 5.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
Hydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant and helps with skin conditioning.
Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules. These unstable molecules may damage your skin cells. By helping stabilize free-radicals, antioxidants may help in anti-aging.
Hydroxyacetophenone boosts the efficiency of other preservatives.
Learn more about HydroxyacetophenoneMediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 6.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinMediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 7.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.
Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
Learn more about PanthenolMediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 8.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidMediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 10.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
MediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 13.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 33.
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is extract from the neem plant.
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
The leaves of this tree contain flavonoids and polyphenols. These two compounds are antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial. Further research is needed as to their effects when applied on skin.
Learn more about Melia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractMediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 15.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolMediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 16.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract is from the Neem tree. Neem trees originate from India.
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract contains antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
The flowers of this tree are lilac colored.
Learn more about Melia Azadirachta Flower ExtractMediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 20.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate isn't fungal acne safe.
MediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 21.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 37.
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract comes from the leaves of an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. Centella Asiatica is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. It can help reduce irritation and soothe the skin.
Many active components found in centella asiatica, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.
Research shows centella asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.
The combination of all these properties makes centella asiatica leaf extract effective at soothing the skin.
Other components of centella asiatica leaf extract include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.
This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica Leaf ExtractMediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 22.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolMediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 24.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Madecassoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.
Madecassoside has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties. It contains fatty acids, amino acids, beta-carotene, and phytochemicals.
One study found using Madecassoside with ascorbic acid helped reduce the signs of aging and improved skin hydration.
Learn more about MadecassosideMediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 29.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 43.
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.
Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.
One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.
Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.
Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidMediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 32.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
Ectoin is a compound found naturally in some species of bacteria. In skincare, it can be synthetically created. It is an osmolyte, or a low-molecular weight organic compound that influences the properties of biological fluids.
In skincare, ectoin is used to stabilize proteins and provides skin protection as an antioxidant. Antioxidants help protect our skin from environmental damage, such as pollution and UV rays.
MediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 34.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.
Asiatic Acid is a major component of Centella Asiatica Extract. It has wound-healing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
Studies show Asiatic Acid is able to block the pathway for skin inflammation receptors, helping to soothe skin.
As an antioxidant, asiatic acid helps protect our skin against damaging environmental factors.
Learn more about Asiatic AcidMediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 36.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 46.
Asiaticoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.
Asiaticoside is an antioxidant and helps with wound healing. It has been shown to increase antioxidant activity during the wound healing process.
MediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 37.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 47.
Madecassic Acid is a major component of Centella Asiatica Extract. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
It is a triterpenoid, meaning it naturally acts as an antioxidant. Antioxidants protect your skin against damage from environmental factors such as pollution and UV.
Studies show Madecassic Acid helps soothe the skin due to its ability to block inflammation pathways.
Learn more about Madecassic AcidMediCube Super Cica Pads contains this as ingredient number 38.
MediCube Super Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 48.
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