Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Mediheal Vitamide Brightening Pad versus MediCube Deep Vita C Pad .
Last updated on September 29, 2023. Published on October 28, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Facial Treatment
Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.
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.
Ingredient Info
Mediheal Vitamide Brightening Pad 35 ingredients
MediCube Deep Vita C Pad 48 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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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
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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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 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Mediheal Vitamide Brightening Pad 35 ingredients
MediCube Deep Vita C Pad 48 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Mediheal Vitamide Brightening Pad 35 ingredients
MediCube Deep Vita C Pad 48 ingredients
Water • Dipropylene Glycol • Niacinamide • Glycereth-26 • 1,2-Hexanediol • Hippophae Rhamnoides Water • Hydroxyacetophenone • Betaine • Octyldodeceth-16 • Hydroxyethyl Urea • Allantoin • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Trehalose • Xanthan Gum • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate • Disodium EDTA • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil • Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil • Juniperus Mexicana Oil • Riboflavin • Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Pyridoxine Hcl • Retinol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Menadione • Thiamine Hcl • Citronellol • Linalool • Geraniol • Limonene
Hippophae Rhamnoides Water • Water • Methyl Gluceth-20 • Methylpropanediol • Niacinamide • Glycereth-26 • Methyl Gluceth-10 • Polyglycerin-3 • 1,2-Hexanediol • Gluconolactone • 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Cymbopogon Martini Oil • Citronellal • Adenosine • Butylene Glycol • Disodium EDTA • Mentha Viridis Extract • Lactobacillus/Lemon Peel Ferment Extract • Geraniol • Citronellol • Coptis Japonica Extract • Cucumis Melo Seed Extract • Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil • Pelargonium Graveolens Extract • Allantoin • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Panthenol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Lactic Acid • Glucose • Beta-Glucan • Linalool • Hyaluronic Acid • Glycerin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Tocopherol • Cetyl Palmitate • Ubiquinone • Polysorbate 80 • Sorbitan Stearate • Sodium Benzoate • Citric Acid • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 • Ergothioneine • Hesperidin • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-10
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Ingredients Explained
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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 WaterMediheal Vitamide Brightening Pad contains this as ingredient number 1.
MediCube Deep Vita C Pad contains this as ingredient number 2.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideMediheal Vitamide Brightening Pad contains this as ingredient number 3.
MediCube Deep Vita C Pad contains this as ingredient number 5.
Glycereth-26 is a synthetic ingredient and polyethylene glycol ether of Glycerin. Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin and helps keep your skin moisturized.
It is a humectant and helps add texture to products. It can make your product thicker.
As a humectant, it helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This helps your skin stay hydrated.
Learn more about Glycereth-26Mediheal Vitamide Brightening Pad contains this as ingredient number 4.
MediCube Deep Vita C Pad contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
Mediheal Vitamide Brightening Pad contains this as ingredient number 5.
MediCube Deep Vita C Pad contains this as ingredient number 9.
Hippophae Rhamnoides Water is created by distilling parts of the seabuckthorn plant.
Mediheal Vitamide Brightening Pad contains this as ingredient number 6.
MediCube Deep Vita C Pad contains this as ingredient number 1.
Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinMediheal Vitamide Brightening Pad contains this as ingredient number 11.
MediCube Deep Vita C Pad contains this as ingredient number 26.
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.
Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Licorice root is native to Southern Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with respiratory issues.
Learn more about Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateMediheal Vitamide Brightening Pad contains this as ingredient number 12.
MediCube Deep Vita C Pad contains this as ingredient number 27.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAMediheal Vitamide Brightening Pad contains this as ingredient number 17.
MediCube Deep Vita C Pad contains this as ingredient number 17.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin. Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between molecule hydrogen and another element.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within.
The phospholipids in Hydrogenated Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier to be better absorbed.
As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Learn more about Hydrogenated LecithinMediheal Vitamide Brightening Pad contains this as ingredient number 19.
MediCube Deep Vita C Pad contains this as ingredient number 44.
Citronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolMediheal Vitamide Brightening Pad contains this as ingredient number 32.
MediCube Deep Vita C Pad contains this as ingredient number 21.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolMediheal Vitamide Brightening Pad contains this as ingredient number 33.
MediCube Deep Vita C Pad contains this as ingredient number 33.
Geraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Learn more about GeraniolMediheal Vitamide Brightening Pad contains this as ingredient number 34.
MediCube Deep Vita C Pad contains this as ingredient number 20.
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