Medicube Red Succinic Acid Panthenol Facial Peeling Pads
Works for
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, Allantoin + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, Salicylic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
ExfoliationSalicylic acid ~0.05–0.25%, below the ~0.5% it needsUnder-dosed
“Red Succinic Acid Panthenol Facial Peeling Pads”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Niacinamide, TocopherolWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Niacinamide, Panthenol + 7 moreWorks well
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, polyglycerin-3.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: vinyl dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide, panthenol
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Alcohol, Mentha piperita oil + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Butylene glycol~4.9–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolPropanediol~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolNiacinamide~2.3–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about Niacinamide2-hexanol~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alcohol~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholPanthenol~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSuccinic acid~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPolyglyceryl-10 laurate~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 lauratePolyglycerin-3~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglycerin-3Tromethamine~0.15–0.65%
Allantoin~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinSalicylic acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidVinyl dimethicone~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Vinyl dimethiconeEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.3%
Coptis japonica root extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Coptis japonica root extractXanthan gum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumDisodium edta~0.1–0.35%
Cyanocobalamin~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin
More about CyanocobalaminHydrogenated lecithin~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinMentha piperita oil~0.01–0.1%
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilProtease~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Juniperus virginiana oil~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Cedarwood oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Juniperus virginiana oilLavandula hybrida oil~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can be irritating and is a known allergen
More about Lavandula hybrida oilElettaria cardamomum seed extract~0.01–0.05%
Foeniculum vulgare seed extract~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Crocus sativus flower extract~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coriandrum sativum extract~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Propanediol, Niacinamide, 2-hexanol, 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 oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Protease, Juniperus virginiana oil, Lavandula hybrida oil, Elettaria cardamomum seed extract, Foeniculum vulgare seed extract, Crocus sativus flower extract, Coriandrum sativum extract, Tocopherol
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| MedicubeRed Succinic Acid Panthenol Facial Peeling PadsYOUR PRODUCT | APRIL SKINCarrotene Clarifying Vita Pads (60 Pads) | SKIN 1004.Madagascar Centella Spot Cream | Keys SoulcareTruly Becoming Multi-Benefit Peptide Serum for Fine Lines and Wrinkles | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 90% | 87% | 87% |
| Price | — | $17.52 | $14.06 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Gluconolactone | Madecassic Acid | Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Medicube - Red Succinic Acid Panthenol Facial Peeling Pads" is effective for: Anti-aging, Anti-blemish, Evens skin tone and Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (2.30% - 3.40%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- An effective concentration of Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) - about 0.90% - 1.35%. Panthenol helps strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration and reduce inflammation in skin.
- Humectants (polyglycerin-3 0.35% - 0.80%, glycerin 0.90% - 1.35% and panthenol 0.90% - 1.35%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 25 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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