medicube Toner Pads Red Succinic Acid — 70 Pads, Exfoliating for Breakout-Prone Skin with Panthenol

medicube Red Succinic Acid Toner Pads are pre-soaked exfoliating facial pads that combine succinic acid, AHA/BHA, niacinamide and panthenol to help reduce breakouts while calming and restoring the skin.

These ready-to-use peeling pads offer a streamlined step for acne-prone or congested skin that want chemical exfoliation without complicated mixing or layering. Formulated with succinic acid alongside salicylic (BHA) and glycolic (AHA) acids, they target excess oil, dead skin buildup and visible pore congestion. Panthenol and niacinamide support barrier recovery and reduce the appearance of redness, while the formula maintains a skin-friendly pH and is free of artificial colorants and fragrances.

How do these pads control breakouts without over-drying?

The pads use a multi-acid approach: succinic acid to moderate oil-related congestion, salicylic acid to penetrate pores, and glycolic acid to dissolve surface dead skin. Panthenol and niacinamide help preserve hydration and soothe irritation so exfoliation doesn’t leave skin stripped.

• Succinic acid targets oil-related clogging and supports clearer-looking skin
• Salicylic acid (BHA) works inside pores to reduce buildup
• Glycolic acid (AHA) removes surface dead cells for smoother texture
• Panthenol and niacinamide calm, hydrate and help skin recovery

How should I use the toner pads in my routine?

Use one pad after cleansing, once daily or as tolerated, sweeping across face and neck while avoiding the eye area. Follow with a moisturizer and sunscreen in the morning; at night, pair with hydrating serums or treatments as needed.

• Cleanse thoroughly before application
• Swipe gently once; do not rinse off
• Apply moisturizer afterward to lock in hydration
• Always use SPF during daytime when using chemical exfoliants

Are these pads suitable for sensitive or reactive skin?

They are formulated to be gentle—dermatologist-tested, without artificial fragrance or color, and with a pH balanced between 3.5 and 5.5. However, because they contain active acids, patch testing first is recommended and frequency can be reduced for those with very sensitive skin.

• pH 3.5–5.5 to support safe exfoliation
• Fragrance- and colorant-free
• Panthenol included to soothe and support barrier repair
• Adjust to every-other-day use if irritation occurs

What visible changes can I expect and when?

Regular use may lead to fewer visible breakouts, smoother skin texture and a more even-looking tone over several weeks. Immediate effects are usually a refreshed surface appearance; cumulative improvements in clarity and texture appear with consistent use.

• Short term: smoother, brighter surface within days
• Medium term: reduced congestion and fewer breakouts in weeks
• Supportive actives help minimize redness and support skin barrier

Who this is for: These medicube Red Succinic Acid Toner Pads suit teens and adults dealing with oily, combination or breakout-prone skin who want a convenient, single-step chemical exfoliant. They’re ideal for users seeking a blend of pore-targeting acids with soothing ingredients to reduce irritation potential, and for anyone who prefers pre-soaked pads to simplify their skincare routine. If you have highly reactive or compromised skin, perform a patch test and reduce frequency as needed.

Ingredients

Water; Butylene Glycol; Propanediol; Niacinamide; 1;2-Hexanediol; Alcohol; Panthenol; Succinic Acid; Glycerin; Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate; Polyglycerin-3; Tromethamine; Allantoin; Salicylic Acid; Vinyl Dimethicone; Ethylhexylglycerin; Coptis Japonica Root Extract; Xanthan Gum; Disodium EDTA; Cyanocobalamin; Hydrogenated Lecithin; Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil; Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil; Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil; Protease; Juniperus Virginiana Oil; Lavandula Hybrida Oil; Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Extract; Foeniculum Vulgare (Fennel) Seed Extract; Crocus Sativus Flower Extract; Coriandrum Sativum (Coriander) Extract; Tocopherol