Medicube Deep Lifting Age Repair Cream 30ml

Values: 100% Genuine (Adilsons policy)*. FA-Conditional. Fragrance likely present (Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone detected — see Section 24). Halal-Friendly*/Vegan-Friendly* — uncertain, see Section 26.

*Genuine-product guarantee is an Adilsons store policy, not a brand certification.

Watching fine lines settle in and skin lose its previous bounce is a quietly demoralizing experience — this cream targets that specific feeling with a peptide-and-barrier-support approach rather than a single dramatic "wrinkle eraser" claim.

Pros: genuine, specifically-named peptide complex (not just generic "Peptide" on the label); barrier-supportive fatty-alcohol/squalane base; reportedly lightweight despite being a "rich" cream.
Caveats: only a partial ingredient list (roughly the first quarter of a ~104-105 ingredient formula) could be verified this research pass — treat anything beyond what's listed in Section 23 as currently unconfirmed; individual peptide concentrations aren't disclosed; likely contains fragrance.

1. When: AM and PM. 2. How much: 1-2 pea-size amounts. 3. How: pat gently into skin as the last step before sunscreen (AM) or as your final PM step.

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. Cleanser → 2. Toner → 3. Antioxidant serum → 4. Deep Lifting Age Repair Cream → 5. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (mandatory — peptides and Niacinamide don't replace UV protection, and photoaging is the primary driver of the fine lines this cream targets). In Mauritius humidity, this cream's fatty-alcohol/squalane base seals in the lighter layers beneath it without feeling heavy.

1. Double cleanse → 2. Toner → 3. Treatment serum → 4. Deep Lifting Age Repair Cream (final step). This is a passive, barrier-supportive product — it doesn't carry a retinoid-lane restriction, so it layers safely alongside most other PM actives as the last step.

Technique: Pat/press into skin rather than rubbing — friction doesn't improve absorption and can pill a rich, emollient formula like this one. Required skin state: either damp or dry. Wait time: allow 1 minute before sunscreen if it feels tacky.

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, before sunscreen 10-15 minutes. Amount defaults: toner/essence 5-8 drops; serum 2-3 drops; cream 1-2 peas; sunscreen 2-finger rule for the face, +1 finger for the neck. If the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers rather than increasing them.

AM Maximum Stack: 1. Cleanse → 2. pH-Prep Toner → 3. Hydrating Layers → 4. Antioxidant Lane → 5. Pigment Support Lane → 6. Hydration Serum Lane → 7. Peptide/Repair Lane (this cream can anchor here) → 8. Eye Cream → 9. This cream (moisturizer step) → 10. Optional Sealing Layer → 11. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable) → 12. Lip SPF.

PM Maximum Stack: 1. Micellar/Oil Cleanser → 2. Water Cleanser → 3. Toner Layers → 4. Soothing Serum → 5. Anchor treatment product → 6. Targeted Serum → 7. Eye Cream → 8. This cream (moisturizer step) → 9. Sleeping Mask → 10. Occlusive Seal (rarely needed on top of this cream). Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.

This is a thick-cream tier product — apply after all watery/serum layers, before any occlusive seal (which is rarely needed on top of it, given its own rich, fatty-alcohol-and-squalane base). Its silicone content (Cyclopentasiloxane) creates a smoothing finish; apply other silicone-based products before this cream, not after, to avoid pilling.

Primary: fine lines and loss of firmness via a named five-peptide complex, supported by Niacinamide's barrier and pigment-support benefits. Secondary: daily hydration and barrier maintenance from squalane, shea butter, and fatty alcohols.

What this product cannot do: it cannot lift or physically tighten sagging skin the way a cosmetic procedure or device can — peptides support collagen signaling gradually, not instant mechanical firming; it cannot substitute for daily SPF as photoaging prevention.

Eye Cream — primary: Deep Lifting Peptide Eyecream For Face 30ml — same-line peptide complex extended to the eye area. Alternative: PDRN Pink Peptide Eye Cream 30ml.

Serum — primary: Collagen Glow Booster Serum 15ml — Niacinamide-led serum for a layered anti-aging routine. Alternatives: Hyaluronic Multi Peptide Serum 30ml, Zero Pore One Day Peptide Serum 30ml.

Cleanser — primary: Zero Foam Cleanser 120g — gentle, no-actives cleanser that won't disrupt this cream's barrier-support goal. Alternative: PDRN Hydrating Gel Cleanser 200ml.

Sunscreen — primary: Glow Collagen Sunscreen 50ml SPF50 — mandatory AM step for genuine anti-aging results. Alternatives: Collagen Firming Sun Cream 50+ SPF PA++++, PDRN Hydrating UV Serum.

Pilling: Low — apply silicone-based primers/sunscreens after this cream, not before, to avoid pilling against its own silicone content.

MYTH: "A peptide cream will visibly lift sagging skin like a cosmetic procedure." REALITY: Peptides work gradually by signaling collagen production over weeks to months — they support firmness, they don't mechanically lift tissue.

MYTH: "A brand's combined ppm figure tells you each active's real strength." REALITY: This cream's marketed "20,000ppm" describes a combined category (peptides + collagen + elastin together), not any single ingredient's individual concentration.

AC environment warning: in air-conditioned environments, seal this cream's benefits by ensuring adequate hydrating layers underneath — its own occlusive-leaning texture helps counter AC-driven moisture loss reasonably well on its own.

Partial Ingredient List (honesty note): Only the first ~24 of a reported ~104-105 total ingredients could be verified this research pass — direct access to full-INCI database pages was blocked this session. What was confirmed, in order: Water, Methylpropanediol, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Dipropylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Panthenol, Niacinamide, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Acetyl Hexapeptide-1, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-5, Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Copper Tripeptide-1, Squalane, Glyceryl Stearate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, Cetearyl Olivate, C14-22 Alcohols, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Olivate.

*The remaining roughly 80 ingredients in this formula are NOT reflected above — full ingredient list not completely disclosed to this research pass. Retailer marketing separately mentions Ceramide NP, Sodium Hyaluronate, and Hydrolyzed Collagen/Elastin as present, but none of these were independently confirmed within the captured portion of the INCI — treat those specific claims as unverified pending a fuller ingredient read.

EU26 allergen note: *Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone was reported present by one retailer/database source, though its exact list position (and whether it's part of a declared Parfum entry) could not be confirmed within the captured portion.

Fragrance status: Likely present — Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone (an EU26-listed fragrance allergen constituent) was reported by an independent source, though the exact "Parfum" vs. "Essential Oils Only" framing could not be confirmed from the ~24-ingredient portion of the INCI captured this session.*

*Patch test advised for fragrance-sensitive individuals given this uncertainty.

Alcohol: Fatty Alcohols Only — C14-22 Alcohols, Stearyl Alcohol, and Cetyl Alcohol are all moisturizing fatty alcohols, not drying alcohol. No Alcohol Denat./Ethanol identified in the captured INCI.

Halal: *Self-assessed by Adilsons based on the partial available INCI data. No porcine-derived ingredients identified by name in the captured portion. Retailer marketing references "collagen" and "elastin" as category descriptors — if either is confirmed present as a specific named animal-derived ingredient in the uncaptured remainder of the INCI, this assessment would need revisiting. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.

Vegan: *Uncertain — the same "collagen and elastin" marketing-copy ambiguity above leaves this genuinely unresolved rather than confidently vegan or non-vegan. This is NOT a formal vegan certification either way.

Cruelty-Free: *Brand-stated policy. Not independently certified by Leaping Bunny, PETA, or equivalent third-party audit. *Medicube 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 solid microbead-type polymer identified in the captured INCI (Cyclopentasiloxane is a volatile silicone, not a solid microplastic particle).

MFDS Classification: Not confirmed as Functional Cosmetic status for this SKU — treat as General Cosmetic pending contrary evidence.

"Hypoallergenic tested" claim: *Brand/retailer states this but no publicly available study data, sample size, or testing protocol has been disclosed.

Evidence confidence: Medium for the general peptide-class mechanism (well-studied as a category); Low* for this specific five-peptide combination's own clinical performance, since no dedicated study was found for this exact formula.

*Brand has not published SKU-specific clinical trial data for this cream.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Conditional. Contains Cetearyl Olivate and Sorbitan Olivate — the same olivate emulsifier pairing already confirmed as a genuine brand-wide Medicube pattern across multiple sub-lines. FA-prone users should patch test.

Assessment: Low. Apply other silicone-containing products (primers, some sunscreens) before this cream rather than after, since layering a second silicone product on top of this one's Cyclopentasiloxane content increases pilling risk.

Fresh cream should be uniform in color and texture; discard if it separates in a way that doesn't remix with a gentle stir, or develops an off odor. Store away from direct heat and sunlight — Mauritius bathroom humidity is not itself a stability risk for a sealed tub/tube format.

Patch test on the inner forearm for 24 hours, then behind the ear for 24 hours, before full facial use — the likely fragrance content (Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone) warrants this despite the brand's "hypoallergenic tested" claim.

72-hour barrier reset (if adverse reaction): stop all actives. For 72 hours, use only a gentle cleanser plus plain moisturizer and mineral SPF — no acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or fragranced products. After 72 hours, reintroduce one product per 14 days.

Emergency stop signals: hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty — seek emergency care.

1. Expecting dramatic, procedure-like lifting from a topical peptide cream. 2. Skipping daily SPF and expecting the cream alone to prevent photoaging. 3. Layering a second silicone product on top of this cream, increasing pilling risk. 4. Overapplying in humid weather, leading to a heavy, greasy feel. 5. Assuming the "20,000ppm" marketing figure applies to any single named active.

At 1-2 pea-size amounts per use, twice daily, a 30ml jar/tube provides roughly 6-8 weeks of use at the recommended dosage. Overapplying roughly halves that lifespan without improving results. Reorder roughly 2 weeks before expected depletion to allow for shipping time — current live stock at this store is at zero, so plan ahead if you rely on this product.

This cream anchors a coherent anti-aging routine as the final moisturizing step, working best alongside a peptide or Niacinamide-led serum and its same-line eye cream.

AM: 1. Cleanse → 2. Toner → 3. Antioxidant/Peptide serum → 4. This cream → 5. SPF50+ PA++++ sunscreen.
PM: 1. Double cleanse → 2. Toner → 3. Treatment serum → 4. Eye cream → 5. This cream.

If your skin is barrier-compromised right now: this cream's passive, non-acid formula is actually a reasonable choice to continue during a barrier-reset period, alongside a gentle cleanser.
If you are in AC for long hours: this cream's own occlusive-leaning base already helps counter AC-driven moisture loss; add a lighter hydrating serum underneath if you still feel tight.

Stock-true bundle: This cream + Deep Lifting Peptide Eyecream For Face + Collagen Glow Booster Serum + any in-stock SPF above forms a complete anti-aging AM/PM base.

After purchasing, you will receive our skincare education email series covering this product in depth.

The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with this cream, 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 lighter-textured moisturizer with a similar anti-aging angle, Collagen Jelly Cream 50ml is a bouncy water-gel alternative built on Niacinamide and Adenosine rather than this cream's peptide complex. If you want the flagship PDRN-based firming line instead, PDRN Pink Collagen Capsule Cream 55g uses salmon-derived PDRN and Hydrolyzed Collagen as its hero actives. If you specifically want a Vitamin C-forward brightening-plus-aging option, Deep Vita C Capsule Cream 55g is a different active lane.

This product's PRIMARY function is: daily peptide-and-barrier-support anti-aging moisturization. You do NOT need this if you already own an unopened peptide or firming cream in active rotation — finish that one first. Stacking assessment: No Benefit if you already use another peptide-forward moisturizer daily; Marginal Benefit if you're upgrading from a purely hydrating (non-peptide) moisturizer; Significant Benefit if you currently have no dedicated anti-aging step in your routine.

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: genuine Medicube packaging carries a QR code on the inner box resolving to medicubeverify.com; check for a short, clearly embossed batch code near the bottom seam; labeling should show precise, correctly-spelled Korean and English text.

Parent Company: APR Corporation (KRX:278470), founded in Seoul in 2014 by Byunghoon (Victor) Kim; Medicube is APR's flagship skincare/beauty-device brand, and APR went public on the Korea Exchange in 2024. Founded: 2016. Headquarters: Seoul, South Korea. Hero ingredient: PDRN (salmon-derived Sodium DNA), though this SKU sits in the separate Collagen/Age Repair sub-line built around named peptides rather than PDRN. Manufacturing: confirmed in-house R&D for Medicube's AGE-R at-home devices specifically; not independently confirmed whether this SKU's topical formula is made in-house or via third-party Korean contract manufacturing.

Medicube's Collagen/Age Repair sub-line (this cream, its companion eye cream, Collagen Jelly Cream, Collagen Lifting Mask, Collagen Glow Booster Serum) targets firmness and fine lines through peptides and supporting barrier ingredients, positioned alongside the brand's separate PDRN-based firming story rather than replacing it.

Aggregated retailer copy describes the cream as creamy yet lightweight, "melting seamlessly into skin for a smooth and plump finish without any greasiness." No individually-attributable verbatim review (named platform, named skin type) specific to this exact 30ml SKU was found during this research pass — this is a genuine research gap, not a confirmed absence of reviews, and is worth re-checking on a future pass.

Common praise themes: lightweight-feeling texture despite being a rich anti-aging cream; smooth, plump, non-greasy finish.

Common complaint themes: none specific to this exact SKU found this session.

Primary Packaging: 30ml jar or tube (exact format not confirmed this session). Hygiene Rating: Good if tube-dispensed; use a clean spatula if jar-packaged. Travel-Friendly: Yes, under standard carry-on liquid limits. Sustainability: check local recycling guidance for the container material.

Does this cream really contain 20,000ppm of peptides? The brand's marketing states 20,000ppm as a combined figure for "peptides, collagen and elastin" together — not a single verified per-peptide percentage, so treat the individual doses as unconfirmed.

Is it fragranced? Likely yes — Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, an EU26-listed fragrance allergen constituent, was reported present by an independent source.

Can I use this with retinol or Vitamin C? Yes — this cream is a passive, non-acid moisturizer with no known lane conflicts; it typically goes on as the final step regardless of what actives you're using.

Is the full ingredient list available? Only partially, for this research pass — roughly a quarter of the reported ~104-105 total ingredients could be verified; treat anything not listed in Section 23 as currently unconfirmed rather than assumed safe or absent.

Peptide

A short chain of amino acids that can signal skin cells to produce more collagen or perform other repair functions.

Copper Tripeptide-1

A specific peptide studied for supporting wound healing and collagen signaling.

Fatty Alcohol

A moisturizing, non-drying type of alcohol (like Cetyl or Stearyl Alcohol) — different from drying alcohols like Ethanol.

1% Line

The estimated point in an ingredient list below which concentrations are assumed to drop under roughly 1%.

FA-Conditional

An ingredient some fungal-acne-prone individuals need to check case-by-case.

Every product sold by Adilsons Beauty is 100% genuine, sourced through authorized Korean distribution channels. Full details on our verification system: Authenticity and Trust.

Our team is available to help you build a routine, troubleshoot reactions, and answer ingredient questions. WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

For in-depth skincare education, visit our blog at adilsons.mu/blogs/k-beauty or subscribe to our email to get our guided education series delivered to your inbox.

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).

Source of Truth: This is a quick snapshot. If anything differs, the policy pages are final.

Store Policies: For the most up-to-date information, please review our Shipping Policy and Refund Policy.

Best for: anyone wanting a daily peptide-and-barrier-support anti-aging cream with no acid or retinoid complexity to manage. Key benefits: genuinely named, specific five-peptide complex; barrier-supportive fatty-alcohol/squalane base; reportedly lightweight despite being rich. Keep in mind: only a partial ingredient list could be verified this pass — full transparency on the remaining ~80 ingredients is still pending; individual peptide concentrations aren't disclosed; likely contains fragrance.