Each disc is a soft, thick gel, soaked in essence, that glides over the skin without rubbing. You sweep it over the face straight after cleansing, then pat in what remains of the essence before the rest of the routine. The box of 70 pads closes well after each use, so that the discs stay soaked.
A Korean gel toner pad, focused on hydration
The base suits skin that lacks water: glycerin, niacinamide, xylitol and diglycerin at the top of the list, with allantoin for comfort. Niacinamide also contributes to a complexion that looks more even, which makes it a good ally for dark spots and radiance routines.
Collagen and PDRN (Sodium DNA, derived from salmon) give the product its name, but the published list places them at a very low dose. Take them for what they are: hydrating extras, with no promise of regeneration. The formula also mentions, towards the end of the list, retinol and a salicylic acid derivative (capryloyl salicylic acid), as well as several plant extracts, including centella asiatica.
How to use it
After cleansing, take a pad with clean fingers and sweep it over the face in the direction of the skin, without touching the eye area. Pat in the remaining essence, then apply serum and cream. One pad per use is enough.
As a precaution, because of the retinol and the salicylic derivative, apply sun protection every morning and do not combine this pad with another exfoliant on the same day.
Which skin is it for?
Dull or dehydrated skin, normal to combination skin that likes quick routines. Very sensitive skin should first test it on a limited area. During pregnancy or breastfeeding, ask a doctor or pharmacist for advice before use, because of the retinol. The product contains an ingredient of animal origin and is therefore not vegan.
Product details
- Size: 70 pads
- Brand: Medicube
- Product type: gel toner pads
- Ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Niacinamide, Xylitol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Octyldodeceth-16, Diglycerin, Allantoin, Cellulose Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Gluconate, Dipropylene Glycol, Adenosine, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Citric Acid, Cyanocobalamin, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Pyrus Communis (Pear) Fruit Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Prunus Persica (Peach) Fruit Extract, Thuja Orientalis Extract, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Flower Water, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Allium Cepa (Onion) Bulb Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Extract, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Hedera Helix (Ivy) Leaf/Stem Extract, Cucumis Melo (Melon) Fruit Extract, Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract, Carum Petroselinum (Parsley) Extract, Corchorus Olitorius Leaf Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Collagen, Artemisia Annua Extract, Nelumbium Speciosum Flower Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Sodium DNA, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine, Sucrose Stearate, Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Retinol, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Madecassoside, Asiatic Acid.
- Country of manufacture: South Korea
- Precautions for use: avoid the eye area and the lips. Do not apply to broken or irritated skin. Sun protection recommended in the morning. Stop using in case of persistent redness. Keep out of reach of children.
Frequently asked questions
Is this pad exfoliating?
It is not designed as an acid pad. Its formula does, however, contain a salicylic acid derivative in a small amount, hence the caution with other exfoliants on the same day.
Do I need to rinse after the pad?
No. Pat the essence in until absorbed and carry on with the rest of your routine.
Morning or evening?
Both are possible. In the morning, always finish with sun protection; in the evening, it prepares the skin for serum.
How long does a box last?
With one pad a day, a box of 70 pads lasts ten weeks. At two pads a day, allow five weeks.
Can it be used with a retinol serum?
The pad already contains a little retinol. On evenings when you apply a retinol serum, skip the pad or keep it for the morning.
For a toning step that hydrates without drying out, these gel discs find their place straight after the cleanser. Browse our whole Korean skincare range.
