Medicube KOJIC ACID TURMERIC PAD 70pcs

Values: 100% Genuine (Adilsons policy) · FA-Safe (checked — no classic FA-triggering esters identified) · Fragrance-Free (no Parfum or essential-oil entry found) · Wudu-Compatible (water-permeable pad essence, not film-forming).

If your skin feels "grimy" by evening in Mauritius heat, that's sebum and sweat doing their job, not dirt building up — this pad's real job is texture refinement, not a daily deep-clean, and using it more than the label frequency will not speed that up.

Pros: a genuinely dosed AHA (not a trace amount, unlike the namesake Kojic Acid), dual-sided pad delivers both mechanical and chemical exfoliation in one wipe, no fragrance, FA-safe formula. Caveats: exact Glycolic Acid and Salicylic Acid percentages are not brand-disclosed; Kojic Acid — the ingredient in the product's own name — is present at a trace, likely non-functional concentration; not a beginner-first acid product.

In Mauritius heat, the oily "grimy" feeling by afternoon is sebum and sweat regulating your skin, not dirt accumulating — over-washing (more than twice daily) strips the acid mantle (target pH 4.5-5.5) and triggers compensatory sebum overproduction, the exact oiliness you were trying to fix. This pad is not a cleanser and should not be reached for as a "extra clean" step after an already-adequate cleanse; its Glycolic Acid dissolves surface dead-skin bonds, which is a different job from stripping sebum, and overusing it alongside over-cleansing compounds barrier damage rather than fixing it.

YELLOW (14+ with guidance). The Glycolic Acid dose here (undisclosed %, but a real, non-trace INCI position) is a genuine chemical exfoliant targeting dead-skin bonding that prepubescent and early-teen skin does not yet accumulate the way adult/older-teen skin does. Packaging is not youth-targeted, so this does not rise to a RED classification, but a first-time teen user should start at 1-2x/week under adult guidance rather than the adult 2-3x/week baseline.

Bedside-compatible: yes, no sink needed. Requires rinsing: no. Requires precise dosage: no — one pad, one use. On a low-energy night this can be your only "active" step, wiped on before a simple moisturizer, though it should not become your default single-product routine given its exfoliating strength.

Step 1 — When: PM preferred (AM only with strict SPF discipline). Step 2 — How much: one pad, textured side first. Step 3 — How: sweep gently outward, then press the smooth side flat for a few seconds to deposit the essence.

The one rule: Introduce this as the ONLY new product in your routine. Wait a full 14 days before adding anything else. This isolation window ensures you can identify whether any reaction is caused by this specific product.

1. Gentle cleanse. 2. Kojic Acid Turmeric Pad (only on scheduled acid days). 3. Soothing serum (optional). 4. Moisturizer. 5. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++, mandatory — AHA use increases photosensitivity, so this step is non-negotiable on AM-use days.

AM restriction: if you're new to this pad, PM-only use is safer while you gauge sensitivity — Glycolic Acid thins the surface layer that normally buffers UV.

1. Double cleanse if wearing sunscreen. 2. Kojic Acid Turmeric Pad — on scheduled acid nights only. 3. Soothing serum (optional, recommended on acid nights). 4. Moisturizer.

Skin cycling placement: this pad occupies the Exfoliation lane — Night 1 Exfoliation (this pad) → Night 2 Retinoid (if you use one) → Nights 3-4 Recovery, no actives.

Technique: sweep the textured side gently outward across the skin — do not scrub or press hard, since friction on top of a chemical exfoliant compounds irritation. Then press the smooth side flat against skin for a few seconds to deposit the essence layer. Required skin state: clean, dry or slightly damp, right after cleansing. Wait 10-20 seconds before your next step so the pH-dependent acid has a moment to settle. Hands aren't needed here since the pad itself is the applicator — this is one of the few Adilsons categories where the 30-40% cotton-pad absorption note doesn't apply, since the pad IS the delivery method.

This is an encyclopedia map of all product types. You do not use all of these daily. You select modules based on your skin state.

Viscosity ladder: thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Wait-time defaults: watery layers 10-20s, serum layers 30-60s, before sunscreen 10-15 min. Amount defaults: toner/essence 5-8 drops; serum 2-3 drops; gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas, cream 1-2 peas; sunscreen 2-finger rule for face. Hard cap rule: if the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers, not increase.

AM Maximum Stack: 1. Rinse/Gentle Cleanse 2. pH-Prep Toner (optional) 3. Hydrating Toner Layers (optional — this pad can occupy this slot on scheduled acid days) 4. Essence (optional) 5. Mist (optional) 6. Booster/Soothing Serum (optional) 7. Antioxidant Lane (optional) 8. Pigment Support Lane (optional) 9. Hydration Serum Lane (optional) 10. Oil-Control Lane (optional) 11. Peptide Lane (optional) 12. Eye Serum (optional) 13. Moisturizer 14. Optional Sealing Layer 15. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable) 16. Lip SPF (optional).

In AM, prioritize comfort + SPF adherence over stacking. In high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.

PM Maximum Stack: 1. Micellar pre-cleanse (optional) 2. Oil Cleanser (if SPF/makeup) 3. Water Cleanser 4. pH-Prep Toner (optional) 5. Hydrating Toner Layers (optional) 6. Essence (optional) 7. Soothing/Barrier Serum (optional) 8. Anchor Product — this pad, on acid nights only 9. Targeted Serum (optional, non-conflicting only) 10. Moisturizer 11. Sleeping Mask (optional) 12. Occlusive Seal (optional) 13. Spot Treatment (as needed) 14. Lip Sleeping Mask (optional).

Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night. One-lane rule: Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR Acne-control active per routine; barrier/hydration can always accompany. If unsure: default to the safest lane — barrier/hydration — and reduce layers.

This is a pre-soaked pad, not a poured liquid — it functions as both a toner-layer and a light exfoliation step in one. Use it right after cleansing, before any serum or moisturizer, since its acid needs direct contact with clean skin to work at its intended pH.

Rest days are required between uses — the acid combination needs 48-72 hours to let the skin barrier recover between resurfacing sessions. Exceeding 3x/week does NOT produce faster results — it produces barrier damage, visible as tightness, flaking, or a burning sensation on your next product.

Purging vs. Reaction: PURGING occurs in your usual breakout areas, stays surface-level, and resolves in 4-6 weeks. REACTION — stop immediately — occurs in new areas, involves burning or swelling, and worsens rather than improves with continued use.

Before starting this pad, your routine must already include a daily SPF habit and a working gentle cleanser — introducing a real AHA without SPF discipline invites photosensitivity and rebound pigmentation.

Barrier index gate: if your skin stings on moisturizer, feels tight within 30 minutes of cleansing, or shows visible flaking — your barrier is below threshold. Start with a barrier-repair product first, such as SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule, before introducing this pad.

Texture and dullness: Glycolic Acid dissolves the bonds holding dead skin cells together, accelerating surface renewal. Uneven tone: Niacinamide inhibits melanosome transfer, working alongside light exfoliation to fade surface discoloration faster. Secondary benefit: the low-dose Salicylic Acid offers mild pore-clearing support for oil-prone areas.

What this product cannot do: it cannot physically shrink pores — it can reduce the appearance of debris-filled pores, not the pore structure itself. It cannot treat active cystic acne. It cannot lighten your natural skin tone — despite the "brightening" framing, this fades surface discoloration, not baseline pigment.

Medicube Kojic Acid Turmeric Toning Cleanser — same sub-line, low-pH cleanse that preps skin without pre-stripping the acid mantle this pad needs intact.
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics — mandatory on any day you use this pad, AM or PM the night before.
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream — a rich-enough moisturizer to buffer the acid's mild dehydration.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule — Centella calms redness on adjustment-week nights.

Pilling risk is low-medium; if the pad's residue pills under a heavy moisturizer, wait the full 60 seconds and pat rather than layering more product on top.

This is a conflict-solver for ACTIVE ingredients. If you run multiple actives, use these rules to avoid irritation, deactivation, and barrier damage.

Universal rule: run only one primary active lane per routine (Retinoid OR Acid Exfoliation OR L-Ascorbic Acid Vitamin C OR Benzoyl Peroxide). If you break a rule, don't push through — reduce frequency, split AM/PM, or alternate nights.

This pad (AHA+BHA) × Retinoid — never same night. Instead: Skin Cycling (Night 1 this pad → Night 2 Retinoid → Nights 3-4 Recovery), or alternate nights.
This pad × separate strong acid products — avoid stacking two exfoliating products same day; over-exfoliation risk. Instead: alternate days, or pick this pad as your only chemical exfoliant.
This pad × L-Ascorbic Acid Vitamin C — avoid layering same routine; if insisting, Vitamin C first, wait 15-20 minutes — still higher risk. Instead: Vitamin C AM / this pad PM.
This pad × Physical scrubs/brushes — don't combine same day; micro-tears plus over-strip. Choose chemical OR physical, never both together.

Template C — Alternate-Night Protocol: Mon/Thu: this pad. Tue/Wed/Fri-Sun: Recovery or a separate, non-conflicting active.

Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.

Pre-period breakouts happen because progesterone causes the pore lining to physically swell, narrowing the opening and trapping sebum beneath. This pad's light exfoliation can help keep pores clear during the luteal phase, but adding extra sessions right before your period raises irritation risk rather than preventing breakouts.

Water-Permeable (wudu-compatible) — this is a thin essence layer left after wiping, not a film-forming or occlusive product. Adilsons provides this assessment based on the product's physical properties. Rulings on wudu validity vary between scholars. Consult your own trusted Islamic authority.

MYTH: "It's named after Kojic Acid, so that's the strong ingredient here." REALITY: Kojic Acid sits below the estimated 1% line in the reconstructed INCI — Glycolic Acid and Niacinamide are doing the real work.

MYTH: "If it tingles a lot, it's working better." REALITY: tingling that lasts beyond 30 seconds or turns to burning is a sign to stop, not a sign of stronger results.

DIY risk warning: don't try to "boost" this pad's effect by layering a homemade lemon-juice or apple-cider-vinegar toner underneath — combining an unmeasured home acid with a real, brand-formulated AHA/BHA pad risks serious over-exfoliation with no way to control the combined strength.

Sugar cane burning season (July-November): PM2.5 increases during this period; since this pad already thins the surface layer slightly, favor PM-only use during these months rather than adding an AM session that exposes freshly-exfoliated skin to more airborne particulate. Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region — as a toner-pad product, this pad already helps counteract the calcium-stearate film hard water leaves after cleansing, giving skin a cleaner surface for the next step.

Full INCI: Water, Glycolic Acid, Methylpropanediol, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Glycereth-26, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Dextrin, C12-14 Alketh-12, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Adenosine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Disodium EDTA, Kojic Acid, Citrus Junos Peel Extract, Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract, Fragaria Ananassa (Strawberry) Fruit Extract, Cyanocobalamin, Salicylic Acid, Tocopherol, Ascorbic Acid, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Potassium Hyaluronate.

*These ingredients appear below the estimated 1% line in the INCI list, suggesting a trace/sub-headline concentration relative to the product's own name. Kojic Acid's inclusion may be primarily for marketing rather than the product's real clinical effect, which appears to come from Glycolic Acid and Niacinamide instead.

Preservative system: 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA — a glycol-based alternative system.

Fragrance status: Fragrance-Free — no Parfum/Fragrance INCI entry and no named essential oils found. Scent: mild, from the Turmeric/Chestnut/Strawberry/Citrus botanical extracts rather than an added fragrance. Intensity: 1/5. EU 26 allergen screen: none detected in the declared INCI. Alcohol disclosure: Alcohol-Free — no drying alcohol identified.

This pad contains Salicylic Acid (a BHA, chemically related to aspirin) — if you have a diagnosed aspirin/salicylate sensitivity, patch test cautiously even though this pad's Salicylic Acid sits at a low, likely sub-1% concentration. If you are currently on prescription tretinoin, adapalene, or isotretinoin, consult your dermatologist before combining with this pad's Glycolic Acid — the combined exfoliation load can exceed what a retinized barrier tolerates.

Halal: *Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation, no porcine-derived ingredients, and no haram animal-derived ingredients detected in the declared ingredient list. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.

Vegan: *Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No animal-derived ingredients detected in this SKU's reconstructed INCI. This is NOT a formal vegan certification by The Vegan Society or equivalent body.

Cruelty-free: *Brand-stated policy. Not independently certified by Leaping Bunny, PETA, or equivalent third-party audit. Brand states cruelty-free, but sells products in Mainland China retail through a separate China-market line, where post-market animal testing may be required by law; cross-border e-commerce sales may be exempt.

Microplastic-Free: Yes — no synthetic film-forming polymer or microbead identified in the declared INCI.

MFDS classification: not confirmed as Functional Cosmetic — treat as General Cosmetic pending evidence. The brand's own live product copy claims "visibly reduced uneven patches, excess oil, and dead skin buildup" within two weeks — no independent study, sample size, or institution was found supporting that specific timeframe.

*Evidence confidence: Marketing-Only for the two-week timeframe claim specifically — treat the underlying Glycolic Acid exfoliation mechanism as Strong evidence (a well-studied ingredient class), but the specific two-week claim as unverified.

Country of manufacture not independently confirmed this pass. The brand's own copy markets this pad for both face and body use — treat body use as an extension claim rather than a separately formulated product.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Safe — no classic FA-triggering fatty-acid esters (Polysorbates, Olivates, Palmitates) identified in the reconstructed INCI, an aqueous acid-toner formula rather than a cream/emulsion.

Low-medium pilling risk. Most likely under a heavy moisturizer applied too soon after the pad — mitigate by waiting the full 1-2 minutes before your next layer and patting rather than rubbing.

Fresh essence should be clear to very lightly golden; a strong color shift or a change from the mild botanical scent to something sour signals spoilage. Store the jar sealed and away from bathroom heat/humidity to preserve the acid's activity. When in doubt, discard rather than risk applying a degraded acid formula to skin.

Patch test on the inner forearm for 24 hours, then behind the ear for 24 hours, before full facial use — this matters more here than for a passive product given the real Glycolic Acid dose. 72-hour barrier reset if adverse reaction: STOP ALL ACTIVES. For 72 hours, use ONLY gentle cleanser + plain moisturizer + mineral SPF. NO acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or essential oils. After 72h, reintroduce ONE product per 14 days. Emergency stop signals: hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, breathing difficulty — seek emergency care.

Using this pad daily expecting faster texture improvement — the 48-72 hour recovery window between uses is what prevents barrier damage, not an obstacle to skip. Skipping SPF on days you use this pad, which invites photosensitivity given the real Glycolic Acid dose. Combining this pad with a separate exfoliating acid product the same day. Scrubbing with the textured side instead of sweeping gently — friction on top of a chemical exfoliant compounds irritation rather than boosting results.

At 70 pads and roughly 2-3 uses per week, one jar lasts approximately 6 months. Used more frequently at 4+ times per week (not recommended given the acid load), it depletes in about 2.5 months but at real cost to barrier health. Reorder around 3-4 weeks before you expect to run out.

This pad's job is light chemical exfoliation for texture and tone; it sits right after cleansing, before any serum. PM: double cleanse if wearing sunscreen → Kojic Acid Turmeric Pad, one pad, on scheduled acid nights only → soothing serum (optional) → moisturizer. AM (only on non-acid mornings): cleanse → moisturizer → SPF50+ PA++++ mandatory.

If your skin is barrier-compromised right now, hold this pad entirely and use barrier-only care for a week before reintroducing at a reduced 1x/week frequency. If you're layering this alongside a retinol product from elsewhere in your routine, keep them on separate nights — see the Conflict Solver above.

Suggested 4-piece bundle: this pad + Medicube Kojic Acid Turmeric Toning Cleanser + Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream + Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun.

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The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with the Kojic Acid Turmeric Pad, not on margin or stock levels. If a pairing does not exist in our catalog, we say so. If you already own a product that fills the same role, use what you have first.

If you want a known, disclosed acid strength rather than this pad's undisclosed Glycolic Acid %, Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 (brand-disclosed 4.5% Lactic Acid + 0.45% Salicylic Acid) gives you an exact number to work with. If you want something genuinely gentler while your barrier recovers, Medicube Zero Pore Pad Mild uses a PHA (Gluconolactone) base with no Salicylic Acid or Lactic Acid at all.

Choose Kojic Acid Turmeric Pad over Zero Pore Pad 2.0 if you need a brightening-plus-texture combination rather than pure resurfacing: Niacinamide and Turmeric extract add a tone-evening angle that the Zero Pore line's more purely pore-focused formula doesn't emphasize.

IF you specifically want dose transparency to track your progress, THEN Zero Pore Pad 2.0's disclosed 4.5%/0.45% numbers serve that better. IF your barrier is currently compromised, THEN do not upgrade to either — start with Zero Pore Pad Mild instead. IF you have both dullness and rough texture as concerns, THEN this pad's dual-action formula is the more efficient single product.

Timing: both pads occupy the same Exfoliation lane — never run them on the same night or same week without spacing. Don't upgrade to either if you can't commit to daily SPF, or if you're already running a prescription retinoid without a dermatologist's sign-off on combining. If you match the "dual concern" trigger above, this pad is worth choosing; if dose transparency matters more to you, the alternative is the safer, more trackable pick.

End of Week 2: any persistent redness or burning? YES — stay at 1x/week for 2 more weeks. NO — proceed to the 2-3x/week maintenance frequency.

This product's primary function is: light chemical exfoliation for texture and tone via Glycolic Acid + Niacinamide. You do not need this if you already own a working AHA or BHA toner/pad with an open PAO clock — finish that one first. If you already own Zero Pore Pad 2.0, stacking both offers no benefit (same exfoliation mechanism) — pick one.

This product is sourced through authorized Korean distributors — primarily Craver Co., Ltd (South Korea), alongside other verified distribution partners. Craver is a major Korean beauty distributor and the parent company of SKIN1004, handling authorized distribution for multiple K-beauty brands. All products are shipped directly to Mauritius via verified channels.

For comprehensive information about how we verify authenticity, our layered verification system, and how to check your product at home, visit our dedicated Authenticity and Trust page.

Quick checks: look for the QR code on the inner box (should resolve to medicubeverify.com), a clean embossed batch code near the packaging seam, and precise, non-blurry Korean/English labeling.

Medicube is the flagship skincare/beauty-device brand of APR Corporation (KRX:278470), founded in Seoul in 2014 by Byunghoon (Victor) Kim; APR went public on the Korea Exchange in 2024. Medicube pairs at-home devices (the AGE-R line) with companion topical actives, and positions itself as a "medical beauty" / dermatology-adjacent brand.

This pad belongs to the Kojic Acid Turmeric sub-line, which spans cleansers, toners, creams, masks, and this pad — across the sub-line, Medicube's marketing consistently foregrounds Kojic Acid while Niacinamide and, in this pad's case, Glycolic Acid, do more of the measurable work.

Aggregated secondary-source reviews (not individually attributable to a named reviewer/platform/skin type) describe the pads as gentle-feeling while still delivering a noticeable exfoliating effect within about a minute of use, with Niacinamide and Glycolic Acid described as refining pores without harshness. No specific, quotable, platform-and-skin-type-attributed review was independently located for this exact SKU during this research pass — treat the themes above as directional, not individually verified testimonials.

Is this the same strength as Zero Pore Pad 2.0? Not confirmed — Zero Pore Pad 2.0 discloses exact percentages (4.5% Lactic Acid + 0.45% Salicylic Acid); this pad's Glycolic Acid % is undisclosed but appears meaningfully dosed by INCI position.

Can I use it on my body as well as my face? The brand's own marketing states it's suitable for both; treat body use as an extension claim rather than a separately tested formula.

Will it actually brighten dark spots from Kojic Acid? Kojic Acid sits below the estimated 1% line in the reconstructed INCI, so any brightening effect is more likely coming from Niacinamide and the light exfoliation than from Kojic Acid itself.

Is it safe for fungal-acne-prone skin? Yes — no classic FA-triggering esters were identified in the reconstructed INCI.

Do I need sunscreen after using this? Yes, always — this is a real AHA product and photosensitivity is a genuine risk without daily SPF.

AHA

Alpha-hydroxy acid — a water-soluble exfoliant that dissolves the bonds between dead skin cells on the surface.

BHA

Beta-hydroxy acid (Salicylic Acid) — an oil-soluble exfoliant that can penetrate into pores.

Glycolic Acid

The smallest-molecule AHA, generally considered the most penetrating and potent of the common AHAs.

Corneodesmosomes

The protein "glue" bonds holding dead skin cells together on the surface.

Estimated 1% Line

The approximate point in an ingredient list below which concentrations are generally under 1%.

Fairy dusting

Marketing practice of naming a product after an ingredient present at too low a concentration to be the main functional driver.

Skin cycling

A 4-night rotation alternating exfoliation, retinoid, and recovery nights to limit over-use of actives.

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Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).

Processing and Timing: Orders process in 1-2 business days; usually ready by Day 3 for pickup by our delivery partners/regional team. Partner collection can take up to 1 week. After pickup, delivery typically takes 1-5 business days (weekdays only).

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Liquids/Sensitive Items: Serums, toners, liquid makeup (and kits containing liquids) are pickup or door-to-door only; checkout enforces this.

Scheduling: Deliveries run by region on set schedules; we will contact you the evening before.

Pickup: Citadelle Mall pickup available.

Returns: No change-of-mind exchanges.

Refunds (Summary): For defective/damaged on receipt (report within 48h), wrong item, or manufacturing defect within 6 months. Refunds via bank transfer (7-10 business days); card refunds may incur a 5% processor fee (fee not charged for defects/order errors). Opened skincare/personal-care items are non-returnable (except if damaged on delivery).

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Best for: oily-to-combination, resilient skin looking for a real texture-and-tone exfoliating pad, with a daily SPF habit already in place.

Key benefits: a genuinely dosed Glycolic Acid (not a trace amount), dual-sided pad delivers mechanical plus chemical exfoliation in one step, fragrance-free and FA-safe.

Keep in mind: exact acid percentages are not brand-disclosed; Kojic Acid — the name's own headline ingredient — is present at a trace, likely non-functional dose; this is not a beginner-first acid product.

Assessment: Not Suitable / Consult Oncologist. This pad's real, undisclosed-but-meaningful Glycolic Acid dose is a genuine chemical exfoliant, and chemical exfoliation is generally discouraged during active cancer treatment when skin is thinner, more reactive, and slower to heal.

Consult your oncology care team before introducing any new skincare products during treatment.

Week 1-2: introduce alone, 1x/week, monitor for tingling beyond 30 seconds or next-day tightness. Week 3-4: increase to 2-3x/week if stable. Week 5+: add one support product only if needed. If irritation appears at any point, use the 72-Hour Barrier Reset above rather than repeating a new schedule here.

This product must be introduced as the ONLY new product. Wait 14 days before adding anything else.

Particulate adhesion: because this pad thins the surface layer slightly, it can leave skin marginally more prone to particulate adhesion in the hours right after use — favor PM use during the July-November sugar cane burning season when PM2.5 rises, rather than exposing freshly-exfoliated skin to daytime airborne particulates.

Hard water interaction: as a toner-pad product used right after cleansing, this pad helps counteract the calcium-stearate film hard water can leave behind, giving your next layer a cleaner surface to work on.