Best for: Enlarged-looking pores, excess oil, rough texture, blackheads and whiteheads, including oily, combination and dry skin.

What is Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0?

Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 is a dual-textured facial toner pad designed for exfoliation and pore care.

The pads are infused with salicylic acid (BHA), AHA and patented pore-care ingredients to help exfoliate dead skin cells, clear sebum and minimise the look of pores.

The two-sided pad provides different functions. The embossed side is designed to exfoliate dead skin, remove excess oil and impurities, while the silky side helps moisturise the skin, manage skin texture and leave skin feeling smooth.

Who is it best for?

Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 may suit you if you are concerned about enlarged-looking pores, have excess sebum or greasy skin or experience blackheads or whiteheads. If you want to smooth dull or rough skin, want a toner pad that combines exfoliation and pore care or want to remove dead skin cells, oil and impurities.

Medicube lists the product for all skin types, including combination, oily and dry skin.

What problem does it address?

Zero Pore Pad 2.0 is designed around pore care, exfoliation, excess sebum and rough skin texture.

The formula combines AHA and BHA with patented pore-care ingredients. Medicube states that the pads help exfoliate dead skin cells, clear sebum, reduce clogged pores and reveal visibly clearer and smoother skin.

The manufacturer also reports results from a two-week clinical study, including a 1.57% reduction in pore size, a 3.15% improvement in pore condition and 100% of participants reporting smoother skin and satisfaction with the product.

Key ingredients

White Willow Bark

White willow bark contains salicylic acid, which Medicube states helps to unclog pores. The US product page identifies White Willow Bark as a natural BHA source at 0.45%.

Fruit Complex

The AHA Fruit Complex contains grape, key lime, lemon, apple and orange extracts. Medicube states that these fruit extracts help slough off dead skin cells, rough patches and debris.

Cypress Tree Leaf, Purslane and Baikal Skullcap

Medicube states that these botanical ingredients have natural anti-inflammatory properties that decrease swelling of overactive sebum glands.

Salicylic Acid

Salicylic acid is included as a BHA and is highlighted by Medicube for helping to unclog pores and exfoliate.

Hyaluronic Acid

The formula contains sodium hyaluronate, a form of hyaluronic acid, alongside moisturising ingredients. The silky side of the pad is designed to moisturise skin.

AHA and BHA content

Medicube states that the Zero Pore Pad contains:

AHA: 0.01%

BHA: 0.45%

The manufacturer states that these levels are formulated according to the mixing limit specified by the KFDA.

What does each side of the pad do?

Embossed side

The embossed side is designed to:

• exfoliate dead skin

• erase excess oil

• remove impurities

Silky side

The silky side is designed to:

• moisturise skin

• manage skin texture

• smooth skin for a soft glow

Full ingredients

Aqua, Methylpropanediol, Tromethamine, Lactic Acid, Alcohol Denat., 1,2-Hexanediol, Salicylic Acid, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Glycerin, Glycereth-26, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Betaine, Allantoin, Trehalose, Disodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, Panthenol, Betaine Salicylate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract, Ethyl Hexanediol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract.

How to use Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0

1. After cleansing, use the embossed side and gently swipe across the face from the centre outwards.

2. Turn the pad over and use the silky side to gently swipe across the face for a final polishing step.

3. Lightly pat the remaining toner into the skin.

Medicube states that the pads can be used up to twice a day. For very sensitive skin, the brand recommends using them once a day or twice a week.

Its best to store the product at room temperature, away from high and low temperatures and direct sunlight, and keeping the lid closed to prevent the pads from drying out.

Why choose Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0?

• Dual-textured facial toner pads

• Designed for exfoliation and pore care

• Contains AHA and BHA

• Contains 0.45% BHA from white willow bark

• Contains 0.01% AHA

• Contains patented pore-care ingredients

• Helps exfoliate dead skin cells

• Helps clear sebum and impurities

• Helps reduce clogged pores

• Helps minimise the look of pores

• Helps manage excess oil

• Designed to improve the appearance of rough skin texture

• Suitable for all skin types according to Medicube, including oily, combination and dry skin

• Clinically tested for pore-tightening effects

Clinical results

Medicube reports that a two-week clinical study involving men and women aged 20–60 found:

• Pore size reduced by 1.57%

• Pore condition improved by 3.15%

• 100% of participants felt their skin was smoother

• 100% of participants were satisfied with the product

• 82.6% noticed a reduction in pore size

In a consumer survey after two weeks of daily use:

• 100% felt their skin was smoother

• 82.6% noticed a reduction in pore size

• 95.7% said the product was moisturising

• 100% were satisfied overall

These are manufacturer-reported study and survey results and should not be presented as a guarantee of individual results.

Product details

Product: Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0

Product type: Dual-textured facial toner pad

Primary concerns: Enlarged-looking pores, excess oil, rough texture, blackheads and whiteheads

Key exfoliants: AHA and BHA

AHA: 0.01%

BHA: 0.45%

Key ingredient: White willow bark

Key ingredient complex: AHA Fruit Complex

Pad sides: Embossed and silky

Skin types: All skin types, including combination, oily and dry

Routine step: Toner / pad, after cleansing

Brand: Medicube

Is Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 right for me?

Choose this if: you are concerned about enlarged-looking pores, excess oil, blackheads, whiteheads, dull or rough skin texture and want a toner pad that combines exfoliation with pore care.

Consider another product if: you have very sensitive skin and are concerned about frequent exfoliation. Medicube recommends reducing use to once a day or twice a week for very sensitive skin.

Important usage information

Medicube states that the Zero Pore Pads contain salicylic acid and does not recommend them for pregnant women.

Medicube also states that the product should not be used together with its Vita C Ampoule.

Frequently asked questions

What is Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0?

Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 is a dual-textured toner pad designed for exfoliation and pore care. It contains AHA, BHA and patented pore-care ingredients.

What skin type is Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 for?

Medicube lists it for all skin types, including combination, oily and dry skin.

What skin concerns does Zero Pore Pad 2.0 target?

The manufacturer lists enlarged pores, excess oil, rough texture, blackheads and whiteheads as key skin concerns.

Does Zero Pore Pad 2.0 contain salicylic acid?

Yes. The formula contains salicylic acid and Medicube identifies white willow bark as a natural BHA source.

How much BHA is in Zero Pore Pad 2.0?

Medicube states that the product contains 0.45% BHA.

How much AHA is in Zero Pore Pad 2.0?

Medicube states that the product contains 0.01% AHA.

Does Zero Pore Pad 2.0 help with clogged pores?

Yes. Medicube states that the pads help reduce clogged pores and clear sebum and debris.

Does Zero Pore Pad 2.0 help with blackheads?

Blackheads and whiteheads are among the skin concerns identified by Medicube for this product.

Does Zero Pore Pad 2.0 reduce the appearance of pores?

Medicube states that the product helps minimise the look of pores and reports a reduction in pore size in its two-week human application test.

How often can I use Zero Pore Pad 2.0?

Medicube states that the pads can be used up to twice daily. For very sensitive skin, the brand recommends once daily or twice a week.

Which side of the Zero Pore Pad should I use first?

Use the embossed side first to exfoliate dead skin, remove excess oil and impurities. Then use the silky side to moisturise and smooth the skin.

Can I use Zero Pore Pad 2.0 during pregnancy?

Medicube does not recommend using Zero Pore Pads during pregnancy because they contain salicylic acid.

Can I use Zero Pore Pad 2.0 with vitamin C?

Medicube specifically states that Vita C Ampoule cannot be used together with Zero Pore Pad.

Does Zero Pore Pad 2.0 contain alcohol?

Yes. Alcohol Denat. appears in the ingredient list supplied on the Medicube Singapore product page. Therefore, I would not describe this version as alcohol-free.