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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Stridex Maximum 2% Salicylic Acid versus Mediheal Madecassoside Blemish Pad .

Last updated on April 01, 2024. Published on April 21, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe facial treatments. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain AHA

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens, fragrances and silicones

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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.

Facial Treatment

Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

AHA
BHA

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying (2)
Irritating (4)
Rosacea (4)
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

AHA
Niacinamide

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (6)
Reduces Irritation (4)
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Irritating
Rosacea
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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.

1
What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).

If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.

As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

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Stridex Maximum 2% Salicylic Acid contains this as ingredient number 4.

Mediheal Madecassoside Blemish Pad contains this as ingredient number 17.

2
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Stridex Maximum 2% Salicylic Acid contains this as ingredient number 9.

Mediheal Madecassoside Blemish Pad contains this as ingredient number 1.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

17% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
50% are disliked or very disliked
25% have no rating yet
44% are loved or liked
21% have mixed ratings
24% are disliked or very disliked
12% have no rating yet

Usage

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Reviews

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Stridex Maximum 2% Salicylic Acid 12 ingredients

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Mediheal Madecassoside Blemish Pad 34 ingredients

3.8 /5
from 8 ratings
Works Well (2) Light (2) Strong Scent (2) Absorbs Well (2) Hydrating (1) Sticky (1)
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miharom

3 months ago · Oily Skin
Review

I just finished this as I’m writing this review. First, very hydrating and I love the smell. It’s nothing strong though. It’s full of essence and...

I just finished this as I’m writing this review. First, very hydrating and I love the smell. It’s nothing strong though. It’s full of essence and big the pads are big. Using it daily (only morning) lasted me for about 2-3 months which is great. In terms of skin, I feel like it does clear up some blemishes but takes time. You have to use it everyday but don’t expect a miracle overnight.I use it as a toner in the day (do not use this with a toner as it can be a bit heavy for oily acne people) and then layer my AXIS-Y correcting spot treatment on top. It does a great job. It makes you feel fresh and good. would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a daily pick me up.

A tip with any toner pads, is to use it as a sheet mask and leave it on for 4-5 minutes.

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ChantelleAng

3 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

love to use this to calm my skin when i pick at my skin or am breaking out. dont use this everyday though because its quite drying for my skin

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