Skinfood PEACH COTTON ZINC PCA PAD 160g

Values: 100% Genuine (Adilsons policy) · Fragrance-containing (not fragrance-free) · Halal-Friendly* · Vegan-Friendly*

*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.

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

If your skin looks shiny by midday but feels tight an hour after cleansing, that combination usually means dehydrated-oily skin, not simply oily skin — the bamboo side of this pad is specifically there to address that half of the equation.

Pros: dual-texture format does two jobs in one wipe, gentle enough for daily use, fits easily post-cleanse. Caveats: no real chemical exfoliation despite the "Pad" name, exact active concentrations mostly undisclosed, contains fragrance, and no independently verified reviews for this exact SKU were found at the time of writing.

In Mauritius heat, midday shine is sebum and sweat doing their job, not dirt — over-cleansing to chase a "clean" feeling strips the skin's 4.5-5.5 pH acid mantle and triggers compensatory sebum overproduction.

This pad is designed as a toning step, not a cleanse — its Niacinamide and hydrating side support the barrier rather than stripping it, which is the more sustainable way to reduce the urge to over-wash.

Classification: GREEN — Zinc PCA and Niacinamide here are gentle, non-clinical-strength actives, and there is no acid or retinoid content despite the "Pad" name. This is one of the more approachable products in the line for a teenager building a first routine.

The main caution is the added Fragrance, more likely to trigger sensitivity in younger or reactive skin than the low-dose actives — patch test first.

This is arguably the single easiest step in the whole line for a low-energy night: no dropper, no dosage math, just wipe and move on. It qualifies for a bare-bones minimum routine alongside a moisturizer.

Step 1 (When): AM and PM, immediately after cleansing. Step 2 (How much): One pad per use. Step 3 (How): Wipe the peach side first over the whole face in the direction of skin texture, then the bamboo side; do not scrub.

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 cleanser
2. Peach Cotton Zinc PCA Pad — peach side, then bamboo side, wipe gently
3. Essence or serum (e.g. Peach Cotton Zinc PCA Essence, if used)
4. Lightweight moisturizer
5. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable)

In humid mornings, the bamboo side's hydration does more of the work than usual since the air itself is already humid — a single pass is typically enough.

1. Double cleanse if wearing sunscreen/makeup
2. Peach Cotton Zinc PCA Pad — peach side, then bamboo side, wipe gently
3. Essence or serum
4. Any active product (retinoid/acid night), if used
5. Moisturizer

Because this pad contains no acid, it does not occupy an active lane and can be used on the same night as a retinoid or a separate chemical exfoliant without conflict.

Technique: Wipe in the direction of skin texture (outward and downward on the cheeks), pat rather than scrub — friction from over-rubbing the peach-fiber side can cause micro-irritation on sensitive skin. Skin state: use immediately after cleansing while skin is still slightly damp.

Hands vs. pad: this product is designed specifically as a pad-delivery format; unlike a dropper essence, a pad delivers its liquid directly through contact, so there's no "hands vs. pad" choice to make here.

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.

Global rules: viscosity ladder runs thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Wait-time defaults: watery layers 10-20s, serum layers 30-60s, 10-15 minutes before sunscreen if going outdoors or applying makeup. Amount defaults: watery toner/essence 5-8 drops or a coin-size puddle; serum/ampoule 2-3 drops or 1 pump; eye product ½ rice-grain per eye; gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas, cream 1-2 peas; occlusive seal rice-grain to pea-size; sunscreen 2-finger rule for face, +1 finger for neck. Hydrators go on slightly damp skin; retinoids on fully dry skin; if the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers rather than push through.

AM Maximum Stack: 1. Rinse/gentle cleanse (optional) 2. pH-prep toner (optional) 3. Hydrating toner/pad layers (this product's slot) 4. Essence (optional) 5. Mist (optional) 6. Booster/soothing serum (optional) 7. Antioxidant lane — choose one 8. Pigment-support lane — choose one 9. Hydration serum lane (optional) 10. Oil-control/sebum-regulating lane — choose one 11. Peptide/repair lane (optional) 12. Eye product (optional) 13. Moisturizer 14. Optional sealing layer (only if dry/AC) 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/balm (if SPF/makeup) 3. Water cleanser 4. pH-prep toner (optional) 5. Hydrating toner/pad layers (this product's slot) 6. Essence (optional) 7. Soothing/barrier serum (optional) 8. [Anchor active product, if used that night] 9. Targeted serum (optional, non-conflicting only) 10. Moisturizer 11. Sleeping mask (optional) 12. Occlusive seal (optional) 13. Spot treatment/pimple patch (as needed) 14. Lip sleeping mask (optional).

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

Lane strictness: one Active Lane per routine (Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C OR Acne-control active); barrier/hydration products like this pad can always accompany. If unsure, default to the safest lane — barrier/hydration — and reduce layers.

This sits at the toner/pad tier — the very first liquid step after cleansing, before any essence or serum. Its watery formula and physical (not film-forming) finish mean it layers cleanly under anything that follows.

Before starting, your routine should already include a gentle cleanser and daily SPF.

Oily-Tight Paradox: if your skin looks shiny but feels tight after cleansing, that's usually dehydrated-oily skin overcompensating for water loss, not truly oily skin — this pad's split design (mattify + hydrate in one wipe) is built specifically for that combination.

Excess sebum/shine: Zinc PCA (10ppm/0.001% disclosed) is reported to interact with sebaceous gland activity; the peach-fiber texture itself provides an immediate, physical mattifying pass. Hydration: the bamboo-fiber side plus Glycerin, Panthenol, and Allantoin in the soaking liquid hydrate immediately after the mattifying pass.

Secondary benefits: Centella Asiatica and Wild Strawberry Leaf Extract offer mild soothing.

What this product cannot do: it cannot chemically exfoliate or unclog pores the way a real AHA/BHA acid toner can — despite the "Pad" name, there is no acid in the sourced INCI. It cannot cure hormonal or cystic acne, and it cannot replace daily SPF.

All pairings below are verified currently active and in stock in the Adilsons catalog at the time of writing (stock changes constantly — always check the live listing).

• Skinfood Peach Cotton Zinc PCA Essence — same line, layer directly after this pad for a deeper treatment step. AM or PM.
• Skinfood Peach Cotton Zinc PCA Toning Cream — completes the 3-step line as the sealing moisturizer. AM or PM.
• Anua Heartleaf 77 Clear Pad — an alternative sebum-control toner pad if you want to rotate formulas or this one is out of stock.
• SKINFOOD Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad — same brand, redness-soothing focus rather than sebum control, for reactive days.

Pilling pairs: low risk, given the watery, non-film-forming formula; if you do notice pilling under a heavier serum, wait a few extra seconds before the next layer.

Pre-period breakouts happen because progesterone causes the pore lining to physically swell, narrowing the opening and trapping sebum beneath — this pad's gentle mattify-and-hydrate pass supports skin through that window without adding acid irritation on top.

Chronic stress raises cortisol, which increases transepidermal water loss and can worsen both sebum output and barrier sensitivity. This pad's soothing botanicals (Centella Asiatica, Allantoin, Wild Strawberry Leaf) support the skin through high-stress periods without adding an acid-exfoliant burden.

Water-Permeable — this is a thin, water-based toner residue with no wax or heavy film-former; water reaches the skin normally during ablution. No removal step is required before wudu.

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: "This is an exfoliating acid pad because it's called a 'Pad.'" REALITY: its sourced INCI contains no AHA/BHA/PHA — the texture comes from the physical peach-fiber and bamboo-fiber cotton, not a chemical acid.

MYTH: "Using it more often will control oil faster." REALITY: more than twice daily use increases fragrance-related irritation risk without speeding sebum control.

Sugar cane burning season (July-November): PM2.5 rises during this period; wiping with this pad after cleansing also physically removes some surface particulate before the rest of the routine goes on, which is a small practical benefit of the wipe format itself.

Hard water note: if your region's tap water is hard, this pad's toner liquid can help counteract the calcium-stearate film that hard water leaves after cleansing, reducing the tight feeling before the rest of your routine goes on.

*This is one of the few SKUs in this line where the brand actually discloses the Zinc PCA concentration in the INCI — 10ppm, or 0.001%. The retailer-cited 28-day sebum-reduction study was reportedly run at 1% Zinc PCA, roughly 1,000x higher than what's actually in this jar. This is an important honesty gap: treat the cited study as describing the raw-material's potential, not this finished product's real-world effect at 10ppm.

Full INCI list (source: WebSearch synthesis of INCIDecoder and retailer listings; direct WebFetch to primary ingredient databases was blocked this session, so treat as medium-high confidence given the corroborated ppm figures): Water, Butylene Glycol, Methylpropanediol, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Arginine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Panthenol, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Prunus Persica (Peach) Fruit Extract (100 ppm), Fragrance, Glycerin, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Zinc PCA (10 ppm), Fragaria Vesca (Strawberry) Leaf Extract, Calamine, Mentha Suaveolens Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Leaf Extract.

Preservative system: 1,2-Hexanediol and Ethylhexylglycerin form a paraben-free preservative pair common in modern K-beauty formulas.

Fragrance status: Synthetic Fragrance (Parfum) — not fragrance-free. Scent: described in brand copy as a light peach scent. Intensity: estimated low (1-2/5), dissipating within 1-5 minutes.

EU 26 allergen screen: None of the 26 named EU allergens is separately declared in the sourced INCI; the Fragrance entry itself may still contain undisclosed allergen components.

*Based on brand-declared INCI. The term "Fragrance" or "Parfum" in the INCI list may contain undisclosed allergens. Patch test advised for sensitive individuals.

Alcohol disclosure: Alcohol-Free — no denatured or drying alcohol detected in the sourced INCI.

Halal: Self-assessed* — no porcine or otherwise haram animal-derived ingredients detected in the sourced INCI. Vegan: Self-assessed* — no animal-derived ingredients detected. Cruelty-free: Brand-stated policy only.* SKINFOOD sells products at retail in Mainland China, where post-market animal testing may be legally required for certain cosmetics categories; cross-border e-commerce sales may be exempt.* Microplastic-Free: Yes — no synthetic film-forming polymers detected in the sourced INCI.

*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.

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

*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 where post-market animal testing may be required by law. Cross-border e-commerce sales may be exempt.

MFDS classification: not confirmed as Functional Cosmetic — treated as General Cosmetic. Clinical evidence: retailer copy cites a manufacturer skin-soothing effect test (result reportedly shown after 2 weeks) and a primary irritation test on sensitive skin with a non-irritating result, plus the same 28-day/1%-Zinc-PCA sebum-reduction claim used across the line.* No institution, sample size, or publication was independently located for any of these.

*Clinical evidence is based on manufacturer-cited testing that could not be independently verified via primary sources this session. This product's own disclosed Zinc PCA content (10ppm) is roughly 1,000x below the 1% concentration reportedly used in the cited sebum-reduction study — a meaningful gap between the marketing claim and the actual finished-product dose.

Evidence confidence: Low-Medium.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Conditional. Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, an emulsifier also seen in this brand's other product lines, has been flagged as FA-conditional in third-party fungal-acne ingredient screens. If you are managing active Malassezia (fungal acne) folliculitis, patch test first or consider an FA-safe alternative.

Assessment: Low. As a wipe-off, watery, non-film-forming toner pad, it rarely causes pilling on its own. If layered under a heavy serum too quickly, allow the skin a few extra seconds to fully absorb the toner residue first.

Fresh pads should be evenly soaked and smell lightly of peach; a sour, musty, or strongly altered smell, or pads that have dried out in the jar, signal spoilage or a compromised seal — discard if either occurs. Keep the jar lid tightly closed between uses to prevent evaporation in Mauritius' humid bathroom environments. When in doubt, discard.

Patch test on the inner forearm for 24 hours, then behind the ear for 24 hours, before full-face use — especially relevant given the Fragrance content and the physical peach-fiber texture.

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, or breathing difficulty — seek emergency care immediately.

1) Assuming this exfoliates chemically because it's called a "Pad." 2) Scrubbing hard with the peach side, which can cause micro-irritation. 3) Leaving the jar open, drying out remaining pads. 4) Expecting the cited 28-day study's magnitude of effect at 10ppm Zinc PCA. 5) Using more than twice daily hoping for faster oil control.

Overuse threshold: more than twice daily increases irritation risk from both the fragrance and the physical texture without speeding results.

At one pad per use, twice daily, a ~70-pad jar lasts approximately 5 weeks. Using more than one pad per session or more than twice daily shortens this without improving results — correct dosing extends the product's life without sacrificing outcomes. Consider reordering about two weeks before you expect to run out, to allow for shipping time.

This pad is the first liquid step of the 3-part sebum-control line, right after cleansing. AM: cleanser → pad → essence (optional) → moisturizer → SPF. PM: cleanser → pad → essence (optional) → moisturizer.

If your skin is barrier-compromised right now: use the bamboo-fiber side only and skip the peach-fiber buffing side for a week. If you are in AC all day: follow with a proper moisturizer, don't rely on the pad's residual moisture alone. If you're in the luteal phase of your cycle: keep this pad at normal frequency — it's gentle enough not to add irritation on top of hormonal breakouts.

Bundle A (sebum-control routine): this pad + Peach Cotton Zinc PCA Essence + Peach Cotton Zinc PCA Toning Cream — the full in-line 3-step routine.

Bundle B (daily protection): this pad + SKIN1004 Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF50+ for a fast 2-step-plus-SPF morning.

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The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with Peach Cotton Zinc PCA 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 calming, redness-focused pad rather than a sebum-control one, or genuine chemical exfoliation instead of a physical-texture pass, these in-catalog alternatives are verified active and in stock:

• Anua Heartleaf 77 Clear Pad — a different sebum-control toner pad built on Heartleaf extract rather than Zinc PCA, for rotation or if this one is unavailable.
• SKINFOOD Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad — same brand, redness/soothing-first focus rather than sebum control.
• COSRX Low pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water — a niacinamide-based liquid alternative if you prefer a cleansing-water step over a pre-soaked pad format.

We do not currently carry a dedicated real-acid (AHA/BHA) toner pad verified in stock at the time of writing — check the live catalog before assuming one is available.

Choose this Pad over Anua Heartleaf 77 Clear Pad if you want a dual-texture (mattify + hydrate) physical experience specifically, and prefer the Zinc PCA/Peach-Cotton line's soothing botanical stack over Heartleaf's anti-inflammatory focus.

Upgrade triggers (if 2+ apply, consider the Anua Heartleaf pad or a real acid toner pad instead): If you have visible blackheads/congestion, not just shine → THEN a real acid exfoliant addresses that better than this pad. If Zinc PCA products haven't reduced your oiliness after 8 weeks → THEN a Heartleaf- or niacinamide-forward alternative may suit your skin better. If you tolerate acids well already → THEN a BHA toner pad can be layered instead of, not alongside, this one.

Timing: this pad occupies the toner/pad step and carries no active-lane conflict, so it fits any AM or PM routine regardless of what active you run that night.

Don't upgrade if: you are acid-sensitive or fungal-acne-prone; your barrier is currently compromised; you are happy with the current gentle, non-acid routine.

If you match 2 or more upgrade triggers above, a different pad or a real acid toner is worth considering. If not, this pad is sufficient and gentler. Consistency beats complexity.

This product's PRIMARY function is: gentle daily physical mattify-and-hydrate pass. You do NOT need this if you already own an open toner pad with a similar dual-texture or sebum-control claim — finish that one first.

Stacking assessment: No Benefit if run alongside another toner pad in the same step (redundant, same slot). Marginal Benefit if paired with a pure hydrating (non-mattifying) toner. Significant Benefit only if you currently have no toner-pad step at all.

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 verification tips: the jar lid should seal tightly with no leakage; pads should be evenly soaked (not dry) on arrival; the outer carton should print the exact name "Peach Cotton Zinc PCA Pad."

SKINFOOD was one of the first-generation "low-priced, high-quality" K-beauty brands, launching with a formulation philosophy built around edible, food-derived actives. This pad's peach-and-bamboo cotton design reflects that same food-and-nature-inspired product design approach applied to a delivery format rather than just a formula.

Community reviews for this specific product were not yet independently verifiable in our research at the time of writing. WebFetch access to every retailer, review-aggregator, and Reddit search attempted was blocked in this research session, leaving only aggregated third-party summaries rather than individually attributable reviews we could confidently paraphrase.

Those aggregated summaries (not independently verified quotes) describe sensitive-combination skin tolerating the pad well, hydration and smoothing without redness, and a pleasant light peach scent — noted here as a general signal, not as quoted reviews, per our honesty policy against inventing review content.

Sustainability: check local recycling guidance for the jar; no refill program was found for this SKU.

Does this pad actually exfoliate like an acid toner pad? No — its sourced INCI contains no AHA/BHA/PHA; the "exfoliation" is the physical peach-fiber texture only.

Which side goes first, peach or bamboo? Brand and retailer instructions consistently describe wiping the peach side first for mattifying, then the bamboo side for hydration.

Can I use both sides of one pad, or do I need two pads? One pad is designed to be used both-sided in sequence per application.

Is it fragrance-free? No — it contains Fragrance; patch test if you have a known sensitivity.

Can I use it alongside a retinol or acid exfoliant? Yes — it carries no active-lane conflict and can be used the same night as either.

Zinc PCA

A zinc salt of pyrrolidone carboxylic acid, used in cosmetics for reported sebum-regulating and antimicrobial properties.

Niacinamide

Vitamin B3; supports the skin barrier and can help even oil production over time.

Sebum

The natural oil your skin produces to protect and lubricate itself.

Physical exfoliation

Removing surface debris through texture/friction (like this pad's cotton fibers), as opposed to a chemical acid dissolving bonds between cells.

ppm

Parts per million — a way of expressing very small concentrations; 10,000ppm = 1%.

FA-Conditional

Contains an ingredient that may feed Malassezia yeast (fungal acne) in some people, but not universally.

Estimated 1% Line

The point in an ingredient list, based on INCI ordering rules, below which ingredients are estimated to be under 1% concentration.

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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).

Express: May be available by region; request on WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

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-sensitive skin in Mauritius' humid climate wanting an easy, low-effort dual mattify-and-hydrate step after cleansing, without acid irritation. Key benefits: zero-dosage-math format, gentle on sensitive skin, dual-texture design solves both oiliness and dehydration in one wipe. Keep in mind: this is not a chemical exfoliant despite the "Pad" name, its Zinc PCA content is disclosed at a genuinely trace 10ppm, and no independently verified customer reviews for this exact SKU were available at the time of writing.

Antioxidant pollution defense: Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract contributes real polyphenol antioxidant activity, offering modest support against UV- and pollution-driven free radicals, including during Mauritius' July-November sugar cane burning season.