Medicube Zero Pore Cooling Mask vs The Derma Co 2% Salicylic Acid Mask

Medicube

The Derma Co

A mask built around Niacinamide, for hydration and barrier repair.

A mask built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for barrier repair and hydration.

Mask

27 ingredients

28 ingredients

Brand price

USD 6.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

INR 499.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from South Korea

Brand from India

At a Glance

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Face oil1
An oil formulated to be used on the face.
Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract
Niacinamide1
Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.
Niacinamide

Mineral sunscreen1
Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to absorb and scatter UV rays.
Titanium Dioxide
Sunscreen1
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Titanium Dioxide
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid1
The BHA used in acne treatment.
Salicylic Acid

Hydrating5
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Saccharide Hydrolysate
Barrier Repair3
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Glycerin, Niacinamide
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin
Redness Reducing2
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin, Niacinamide

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Camphor
May Worsen Eczema1
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Camphor

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Water
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Propanediol
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Methylpropanediol (in both products)
Solvent
0-1 / —
Niacinamide
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Saccharide Hydrolysate
Humectant
0-1 / —
Carbomer
Gel Forming
1 / 0
Tromethamine
Buffering
0 / —
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating

Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Kaolin
Colorant
0 / 0
- Oil Control
Bentonite
Emulsion Stabilising
0 / 0
- Oil Control
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Occlusive
1 / 1
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
0-1 / —
4-T-Butylcyclohexanol
Perfuming
Ethoxydiglycol
Humectant
0 / 0
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
- Fatty acids (stearic, oleic, lauric)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Methylpropanediol (in both products)
Solvent
0-1 / —

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
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Methylpropanediol
Solvent
2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol
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Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
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Xanthan Gum
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Xanthan gum
Learn more about Xanthan Gum →
Disodium EDTA
Chelating, Viscosity Controlling
Disodium dihydrogen ethylenediaminetetraacetate
Learn more about Disodium EDTA →