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Garnier Pure Active 3 en 1 vs Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0

Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 scores 8.2/9.8 vs Garnier Pure Active 3 en 1 at 6.7/9.8. Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 wins for active ingredients.

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Garnier

Pure Active 3 en 1

exfoliant

6.7

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Niacinamide
Retinol
Hyaluronic Acid
Salicylic Acid

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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 4 of 5 attributes.

Garnier wins 0

Tied 1

Medicube wins 4

23Garnier

2Shared

31Medicube

Only in Garnier Pure Active 3 en 1

21 unique

Aqua/Water Kaolin Zea Mays Starch/Corn Starch CI 77891/TITANIUM DIOXIDE Decyl Glucoside Polyethylene Sodium Laureth Sulfate Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan)Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate Benzyl Salicylate+11 more

Shared ingredients

2 in common

Glycerin Butylene Glycol

Only in Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0

29 unique

Water Propanediol Niacinamide Dipropylene Glycol 2-Hexanediol Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Panthenol Allantoin Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Polysorbate 20+19 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 Garnier Pure Active 3 en 1's 2.3. 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 5.2 for Garnier Pure Active 3 en 1. 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 garnier Pure Active 3 en 1 relies on Salicylic Acid. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

Garnier Pure Active 3 en 1 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

Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 comes in at mid-range pricing with a 8.2 score, which is solid value at that tier.

Our verdict

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

6.7Garnier

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8.2Medicube

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Garnier Pure Active 3 en 1 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 Garnier Pure Active 3 en 1 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 Garnier Pure Active 3 en 1 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: Garnier Pure Active 3 en 1→Full analysis: Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0→

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