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Anua Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad vs Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0

Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 scores 8.2/9.8 vs Anua Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad at 6.2/9.8. Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 wins for active ingredients.

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Anua

Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad

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6.2

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Medicube

Zero Pore Pad 2.0

exfoliantmid-range

8.2

Score comparison

Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 takes this one, winning 3 of 5 attributes.

Anua wins 0

Tied 2

Medicube wins 3

9.0

Anua

Medicube

Ingredient face-off

29% overlap

9Anua

9Shared

31Medicube

Only in Anua Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad

0 unique

Shared ingredients

9 in common

Water Glycerin Butylene Glycol 2-Hexanediol Panthenol Allantoin Sodium Hyaluronate Citric Acid Ethylhexylglycerin

Only in Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0

22 unique

Propanediol Niacinamide Dipropylene Glycol Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Polysorbate 20 Disodium Edta Gluconolactone Tartaric Acid Lactic Acid+12 more

Why Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 comes out ahead

Where Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 6.3 compared to Anua Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad's 2.0. Its formula features Niacinamide, Allantoin, and Gluconolactone in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 scores 7.4 here versus 4.6 for Anua Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 brings Niacinamide, Allantoin, and Gluconolactone as actives, while anua Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad relies on Allantoin. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

Anua Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad is better if you have

Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 is better if you have

Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Butylene Glycol
Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Value comparison

At budget pricing with a score of 6.2, Anua Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad is a decent pick. Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 sits at the mid-range level with a 8.2 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.

Our verdict

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+2.0 lead

Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 wins this comparison with a meaningfully stronger ingredient profile and overall score.

6.2Anua

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8.2Medicube

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Anua Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad or Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0?

Based on ingredient analysis, Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do Anua Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad and Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 share ingredients?

Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.

What's the main difference between Anua Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad and Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0?

The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.

Full analysis: Anua Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad→Full analysis: Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0→

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