ongredients Pore Cleansing Pads Versus MediCube Zero Pore Pad Mild
Updated on July 09, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain PHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
ongredients Pore Cleansing Pads 26 ingredients
MediCube Zero Pore Pad Mild 38 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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ongredients Pore Cleansing Pads 26 ingredients
MediCube Zero Pore Pad Mild 38 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningVitex Agnus-Castus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Caprylate/Caprate
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingThiamine Hcl
MaskingRiboflavin
Cosmetic ColorantNiacinamide
Smoothing
Carnitine Hcl
HumectantPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicFolic Acid
Skin ConditioningAscorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningDioscorea Villosa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningOenothera Biennis Flower Extract
AstringentArctium Lappa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoyl Alaninate
Citric Acid
Buffering
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientWater, Vitex Agnus-Castus Fruit Extract, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-10 Caprylate/Caprate, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Thiamine Hcl, Riboflavin, Niacinamide, Carnitine Hcl, Panthenol, Biotin, Folic Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopherol, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Dioscorea Villosa Root Extract, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Citric Acid, Gluconolactone, Sodium Citrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glyceryl Caprylate
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventMethylpropanediol
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningGlycereth-26
HumectantButylene Glycol
Humectant
Saccharide Hydrolysate
HumectantTromethamine
BufferingGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
MaskingIris Florentina Root Extract
MaskingCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSalvia Hispanica Seed Extract
EmollientHouttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract
AntimicrobialCynanchum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningUlmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPueraria Lobata Root Extract
HumectantPinus Palustris Leaf Extract
TonicOenothera Biennis Flower Extract
AstringentSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningDiospyros Kaki Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCastanea Crenata Shell Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Water, Propanediol, Methylpropanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycereth-26, Butylene Glycol, Saccharide Hydrolysate, Tromethamine, Gluconolactone, Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract, Madecassoside, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Iris Florentina Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Diospyros Kaki Fruit Extract, Castanea Crenata Shell Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolWe don't have a description for Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract yet.
Gluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs are a great gentle alternative to traditional AHAs.
When applied, Gluconolactone has the same affect on skin as AHAs such as lactic acid. It helps dissolve the dead skin cells in the top layer of your skin. This improves texture and brightens the skin.
PHAs are more gentle than AHAs due to their larger structure. They do not penetrate as deeply as AHAs and take a longer time to dissolve dead cells. Studies show PHAs do not cause as much irritation.
Gluconolactone has some interesting properties:
In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells and has not been found to increase sun sensitivity. However, we still recommend wearing SPF daily.
This ingredient is is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.
Learn more about GluconolactoneEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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ongredients Pore Cleansing Pads 26 ingredients
MediCube Zero Pore Pad Mild 38 ingredients
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ongredients Pore Cleansing Pads 26 ingredients
MediCube Zero Pore Pad Mild 38 ingredients
be careful there are two ingredients in this product that can cause FA (lauric acid and stearic acid)!
so im not sure how this product is labeled FA free/safe when those products are listed in the begining of list of ingredients...
Get rid of some of my texture and doesn’t breaks me out^_^
