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COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid vs Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0

Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 scores 8.2/9.8 vs COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid at 6.8/9.8. Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 wins for hydration.

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COSRX

AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid

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6.8

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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.

COSRX wins 0

Tied 2

Medicube wins 3

9.0

COSRX

Medicube

Ingredient face-off

23% overlap

10COSRX

7Shared

31Medicube

Only in COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid

3 unique

Sodium Hydroxide Xanthan Gum Ethyl Hexanediol

Shared ingredients

7 in common

Glycolic Acid Butylene Glycol Water Niacinamide 2-Hexanediol Panthenol Sodium Hyaluronate

Only in Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0

24 unique

Propanediol Dipropylene Glycol Glycerin Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Allantoin Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Polysorbate 20 Disodium Edta Gluconolactone Tartaric Acid+14 more

Why Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 comes out ahead

Where Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 7.4 compared to COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid's 4.0. With Butylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, and Glycerin in its top ingredients, Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.

Ingredient Transparency is another area of separation. Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 scores 8.8 here versus 7.5 for COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid. 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 cOSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid relies on Glycolic Acid and Niacinamide. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid 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 6.8, COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid 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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Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 wins this comparison with a meaningfully stronger ingredient profile and overall score.

6.8COSRX

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8.2Medicube

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid 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 COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid 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 COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid 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: COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid→Full analysis: Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0→

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