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Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 scores 8.2/9.8 and Murad Essential-C Cleanser scores 8.0/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.
These two are neck and neck — just 0.2 points apart.
Scores last verified: April 2026
24 unique
7 in common
These two exfoliants take different paths to a similar destination. Both formulas include solid hydrating ingredients, and the overall scores reflect that — the gap here is genuinely slim.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Murad Essential-C Cleanser scores 8.4 here versus 7.4 for Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0. 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 murad Essential-C Cleanser relies on Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, and Ascorbyl Palmitate. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 is better if you have
Murad Essential-C Cleanser is better if you have
At mid-range pricing with a score of 8.2, Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 delivers strong value. Murad Essential-C Cleanser sits at the premium level with a 8.0 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.
It's a close call — both products score within 0.3 points of each other. Your choice depends on your specific skin concerns.
Based on ingredient analysis, Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.
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