medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 toner pads — 70-count dual-textured exfoliating pads with 4.5% AHA & 0.45% BHA for pore control

medicube Toner Pads Zero Pore Pad 2.0 are dual-textured facial pads that exfoliate, control oil, and refine pores using 4.5% lactic acid (AHA) and 0.45% salicylic acid (BHA).

These pre-soaked pads combine a textured side for gentle mechanical exfoliation and a silky side for soothing and finishing. Formulated with botanical extracts including white willow bark, citric acid, and lavender, the pads aim to reduce surface sebum and clear pore congestion while delivering a calm, refreshed feel. Packaged in an easy-dispense tub with 70 pads, they’re designed for regular use in a Korean skincare routine or as a quick solution for oily or textured skin.

How do these pads remove dead skin and clear pores?

The pads use a two-fold approach: chemical exfoliation from lactic and salicylic acids plus physical exfoliation from an embossed textured side. Lactic acid loosens bonds between dead skin cells, while salicylic acid penetrates pores to help dissolve trapped oil. The smooth side then delivers soothing ingredients and helps restore surface comfort.

• 4.5% lactic acid (AHA) for surface exfoliation and smoother texture
• 0.45% salicylic acid (BHA) to target pore congestion
• Embossed side for lifting flakes; silky side for calming and hydration

Will these pads work on oily or acne-prone skin without over-drying?

The formula balances exfoliating acids with botanical extracts to maintain skin comfort. Pads are pre-soaked to deliver controlled doses, reducing the need for strong at-home acid solutions. Many users can integrate them into an evening routine two to three times weekly, then adjust frequency based on individual tolerance.

• Pre-dosed pads limit over-application and irritation risk
• Contains white willow bark (natural BHA) and soothing plant extracts
• Lavender extract adds a calming scent and skin-soothing support

How should I use the Zero Pore Pad 2.0 in my skincare routine?

Use after cleansing and before serums or creams. Swipe once across the face with the embossed side to exfoliate, then flip to the silky side to smooth and calm. Finish by patting any remaining essence into the skin and follow with moisturizer and sunscreen the next morning.

• Step 1: Cleanse skin thoroughly
• Step 2: Swipe with textured side, then smooth with silky side
• Step 3: Apply moisturizer; use SPF daytime after application

How often should I use these pads and who should avoid them?

Start with once or twice per week and increase gradually if skin tolerates it. People with very sensitive, compromised, or actively irritated skin should patch-test first or consult a dermatologist. Do not use with other strong AHA/BHA treatments without professional guidance.

• Begin with 1–2 times weekly, then adjust frequency
• Patch-test on a small area before full-face use
• Avoid combining with other high-strength exfoliants immediately

Who is this for: medicube Toner Pads Zero Pore Pad 2.0 suits anyone seeking clearer texture, reduced surface oiliness, and more refined-looking pores without complicated mixing or rinsing. They are especially useful for oily, combination, or congested skin types looking for a convenient, pre-measured exfoliating step. If you have very sensitive or reactive skin, consider a patch test and introduce the pads slowly into your routine.

Ingredients

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