Medicube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask - Blackhead Mask

Discover the Medicube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask 100g, a Korean clay face mask designed for skin prone to blackheads, visible pores, excess sebum, and textural irregularities.

Its formula is based on a combination of absorbent clays and gentle exfoliants. Kaolin and bentonite are listed among the first ingredients in the formula, which explains its purifying and sebum-regulating positioning. YesStyle presents this mask as a hypoallergenic formula with AHA, BHA, and PHA, intended to deep clean the skin, remove excess sebum, impurities, and help unclog pores.

The mask also contains well-known exfoliating active ingredients in cosmetics: salicylic acid to target pores and excess sebum, glycolic acid to visibly smooth skin texture, and gluconolactone, a PHA valued for its more progressive exfoliation. INCI Decoder identifies these three active ingredients in the product formula.

To balance the purifying action, the formula also contains comfort ingredients such as guaiazulene, allantoin, and sodium hyaluronate, highlighted by YesStyle for nourishing the skin and providing a soothing effect. Little Wonderland also mentions the presence of Blue Peptide, kaolin, bentonite, and Canadian colloidal clay, with a formula presented as alcohol-free and suitable for sensitive skin.

At Éclat Collagène, we selected the Medicube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask for customers looking for an effective yet modern purifying treatment: a quick, targeted mask perfectly suited for K-Beauty anti-pore routines. It complements a double cleansing routine, hydrating toner, and light barrier cream very well.

Product Benefits

• Helps purify the skin deeply.
• Absorbs excess sebum.
• Helps unclog pores.
• Targets the appearance of blackheads.
• Helps visibly smooth skin texture.
• Contains AHA, BHA, and PHA.
• Contains kaolin and bentonite, two absorbent clays.
• Fast-drying formula in 3 minutes according to Medicube.
• Generous 100g format.

For what skin type?

This mask is particularly suitable for:

• Combination skin.
• Oily skin.
• Skin prone to blackheads.
• Skin with visible pores.
• Shiny areas, especially the T-zone.
• Skin with uneven texture.
• Skin looking for an occasional purifying treatment.

For dry, sensitive, or reactive skin, it is best to use it only on the T-zone or affected areas, with moderate frequency.

Key Ingredients

Kaolin

Kaolin is a clay used to absorb excess sebum and purify the skin. It is among the first ingredients listed by SkinSort.

Bentonite

Bentonite is an absorbent clay often used in purifying masks to help capture impurities and excess sebum. It is also listed among the first ingredients of the product.

AHA, BHA, and PHA

YesStyle indicates that the mask is formulated with AHA, BHA, and PHA to help remove dead skin cells, excess sebum, impurities, and unclog pores.

Salicylic Acid

Salicylic acid is a BHA particularly valued in anti-pore and anti-blackhead routines. INCI Decoder identifies it as an anti-acne and exfoliating ingredient in the formula.

Glycolic Acid

Glycolic acid is an AHA used to improve the appearance of skin texture and promote smoother skin. It is listed as an exfoliant by INCI Decoder.

Gluconolactone

Gluconolactone is a PHA, a family of exfoliants often appreciated for a more progressive action. INCI Decoder lists it as an exfoliant in this formula.

Guaiazulene

Guaiazulene is highlighted by YesStyle and Little Wonderland for its soothing action, which is interesting in a purifying mask that also contains exfoliants.

Allantoin

Allantoin helps improve skin comfort. YesStyle mentions it among the ingredients that nourish and provide a soothing effect.

Sodium Hyaluronate

Sodium hyaluronate is a form of hyaluronic acid used to support hydration and limit the feeling of tightness after rinsing. INCI Decoder identifies it in the formula.

Directions for use

After cleansing, apply an even layer of Medicube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask to dry skin, avoiding the eye and lip contour.

Leave on for approximately 3 minutes, or as directed on the packaging.

Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water, then follow with a hydrating toner, soothing serum, and moisturizing cream.

Use it 1 to 2 times a week depending on your skin type. For sensitive skin, start with once a week, only on the T-zone if needed.

Éclat Collagène Recommended Routine

1. Cleansing oil or gentle cleanser
2. Medicube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask
3. Hydrating or soothing toner
4. Light, hydrating, or repairing serum
5. Barrier moisturizing cream
6. Sun protection in the morning

Avoid using it on the same day as a strong peel, retinal, retinol, or multiple exfoliating treatments to limit the risk of irritation.

Precautions

For external use only. Avoid the eye and lip area. Do not apply to irritated, damaged, or fragile skin. In case of persistent redness, intense tingling, or discomfort, discontinue use.

This mask contains AHA, BHA, and PHA exfoliants. It is therefore advisable to introduce it gradually into your routine and apply sun protection in the morning, especially if the skin is exposed to the sun.