Medicube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask

Medicube

Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask

face wash-off mask

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General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
63%
Combination (dry)
63%
Balanced
93%
Combination (oily)
77%
Oily
77%

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Ingredients
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Benefits
4
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The Medicube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask is a powerful yet gentle pore-cleansing treatment designed to draw out blackheads, excess sebum, and impurities from deep within the skin. Formulated with Kaolin clay, bentonite, and charcoal powder, this creamy mud mask helps detoxify clogged pores while refining texture and reducing the appearance of enlarged pores. It also features AHA, BHA, and LHA to provide gentle chemical exfoliation for smoother, clearer skin.

Key Insights

Benefits

9
Anti-Acne
Anti-Aging
Blackhead Reducing
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Oil Control
Pore Minimizer
Smooths Bumpy Skin
Soothing

Active Ingredients

4
AHA BHA PHA Carrier peptides

Risks

1
Allergen

Full Ingredients

39 total
MENTHA AQUATICA WATER KAOLIN BENTONITE METHYLPROPANEDIOL 1,2-HEXANEDIOL CAFFEINE FRUCTOOLIGOSACCHARIDES FRUCTOSE LIMONENE ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN CITRUS AURANTIUM BERGAMIA FRUIT OIL SODIUM PHYTATE CITRUS LIMON PEEL OIL CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS PEEL OIL CYNANCHUM ATRATUM EXTRACT ALTHAEA ROSEA FLOWER EXTRACT TOCOPHEROL CANADIAN COLLOIDAL CLAY GLUCONOLACTONE PHA GUAIACUM SANCTUM GUM OIL SALICYLIC ACID BHA GLYCOLIC ACID AHA PENTYLENE GLYCOL MONTMORILLONITE ILLITE METHYL DIISOPROPYL PROPIONAMIDE OENOTHERA BIENNIS FLOWER EXTRACT PINUS PALUSTRIS LEAF EXTRACT PUERARIA LOBATA ROOT EXTRACT ULMUS DAVIDIANA ROOT EXTRACT DIOSPYROS KAKI LEAF EXTRACT VITIS VINIFERA FRUIT EXTRACT CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS FLOWER EXTRACT COFFEA ARABICA SEED EXTRACT POLYGONUM CUSPIDATUM ROOT EXTRACT CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT CASTANEA CRENATA SHELL EXTRACT ZANTHOXYLUM PIPERITUM FRUIT EXTRACT COPPER TRIPEPTIDE-1 Carrier peptides

About Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask

Overview

Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask is a lightweight wash-off mask from Medicube, a brand based in Korea. The formula is built mainly around oil control and hydration. The ingredient list runs to 39 ingredients, each broken down in full below.

Texture and finish

By its ingredient list the formula reads as light: water and humectants lead, with emollients kept lower in the order. The oils in it point to a dewy, emollient finish rather than a matte one. Hydration is handled by Methylpropanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin and Fructooligosaccharides, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.

What the formula does

Oil control: High. Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine, and here that comes from Kaolin, Bentonite, Salicylic Acid and Montmorillonite.

Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Methylpropanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Fructooligosaccharides and Fructose.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry and Combination (dry) skin. A few ingredients carry irritation flags, so reactive skin should patch test before using it on the whole face.

What it does not target

The formula contributes little or nothing on barrier support and firmness signalling. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.

What is not in it

Reading the full list, the formula is no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free, microplastic-free, sulfate-free and dye-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging. It does contain fragrance and essential oils, worth knowing if your skin reacts to any of them.

Where it fits in a routine

It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes after serums. Seal in your serums with it; in the morning, sunscreen still goes on top.

This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.

Pros and cons

Drawn purely from the ingredient list

Pros

  • No drying alcohol
  • Silicone-free
  • No microplastics
  • Strong humectant content for hydration

Things to know

  • Contains fragrance or declared fragrance allergens
  • Contains essential oils, a common source of reactivity
  • One ingredient could feed malassezia (fungal acne)
  • Contains ingredients usually flagged for review during pregnancy

Which skin types it suits

Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.

Suitable for

  • Balanced skin

May suit

  • Combination (oily) skin
  • Oily skin

Less suitable for

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin

Sensitive skin

A few ingredients here carry irritation flags. Reactive skin should patch test on the jawline for a few days before using it on the whole face.

Skin concerns

Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.

Helps with

  • Anti-Aging 10 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Hydration 7 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Evens Skin Tone 4 ingredients

    Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance

  • Oil Control 4 ingredients

    Regulates sebum production to reduce shine and greasiness

  • Soothing 4 ingredients

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

  • Blackhead Reducing 2 ingredients

    Helps unclog pores and reduce blackheads for clearer skin

  • Anti-Acne 1 ingredient

    Targets breakouts by reducing bacteria and unclogging pores

  • Pore Minimizer 1 ingredient

    Tightens and refines the look of enlarged pores

  • Smooths Bumpy Skin 1 ingredient

    Refines texture by gently exfoliating rough, uneven patches

Does not target

Dark Spot Fading

None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.

Key ingredients

The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.

Kaolin

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Naturally occurring substances, kaolin (CI 77004)

Oil Control Pore Minimizer
Bentonite

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Bentonite. A colloidal clay. Consists primarily of montmorillonite (CI 77004)

Oil Control Blackhead Reducing
Methylpropanediol

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol

Hydration
Caffeine

6th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1H-Purine-2,6-dione, 3,7-dihydro-1,3,7-trimethyl-

Anti-Aging
Fructooligosaccharides

7th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Fructooligosaccharides are oligosaccharides produced enzymatically from sugar beets and consist chiefly of kestose, nystose and fructosyl nystose

Hydration
Fructose

8th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Fructose

Hydration
Ethylhexylglycerin

10th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)

Hydration
Tocopherol

17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Soothing
Gluconolactone PHA

19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

D-Glucono-1,5-lactone

Evens Skin Tone Anti-Aging Hydration
Salicylic Acid BHA

21st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Salicylic acid

Anti-Acne Anti-Aging Blackhead Reducing
Glycolic Acid AHA

22nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Acetic acid, hydroxy-

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Smooths Bumpy Skin
Pentylene Glycol

23rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Dihydroxypentane

Hydration

Formula analysis

Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.

Hydration High

Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin

Barrier support None

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support Low

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control High

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening Low

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing Low

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal Low

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling None

Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support

Active and supporting ingredients

"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.

Active ingredients (4)

Supporting ingredients (35)

Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.

Mentha Aquatica Water Kaolin Bentonite Methylpropanediol 1,2-hexanediol Caffeine Fructooligosaccharides Fructose Limonene Ethylhexylglycerin Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil Sodium Phytate Citrus Limon Peel Oil Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil Cynanchum Atratum Extract Althaea Rosea Flower Extract Tocopherol Canadian Colloidal Clay Guaiacum Sanctum Gum Oil Pentylene Glycol Montmorillonite Illite Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract Pueraria Lobata Root Extract Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract Coffea Arabica Seed Extract Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Castanea Crenata Shell Extract Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract

What is and is not in it

Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.

Free from

  • No drying alcohol
  • Paraben-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Microplastic-free
  • Sulfate-free
  • Dye-free
  • No animal-derived ingredients

Contains

  • Fragrance

    Limonene

  • Essential oils

    Limonene, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil

  • Facial oils

    Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil

What to layer it with

Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.

Compatible with

  • Azelaic acid
  • Copper peptides
  • Bakuchiol
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Ceramides
  • Signal peptides
  • Panthenol
  • Sunscreen

Use with caution

  • Retinoids (retinol, retinal)

    Best kept to separate routines — one in the morning, one at night, or on alternate days.

  • Benzoyl peroxide

    Best kept to separate routines — one in the morning, one at night, or on alternate days.

  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

  • AHAs (glycolic, lactic)

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

  • BHA (salicylic acid)

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

  • PHAs (gluconolactone)

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

Where it fits in a routine

Morning Evening
  1. Cleanse
  2. Toning
  3. Treat
  4. Moisturise
  5. Protect

This product is the "Moisturise" step.

  • Seal in your serums with it; in the morning, sunscreen still goes on top.

Safety and suitability

Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Contains Salicylic Acid, usually reviewed with a doctor during pregnancy.
Fungal acne (malassezia)
1 ingredient could feed malassezia: Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil. That is about the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that you will break out.
Sensitive and reactive skin
A few ingredients here carry irritation flags. Reactive skin should patch test on the jawline for a few days before using it on the whole face.
Recorded ingredient risks
Allergen

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 39 ingredients on the label.

14
Plant extract

Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent

4
Active

Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels

4
Humectant

Draws water into the upper layers of skin

4
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

4
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

3
Antioxidant

Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution

3
Exfoliant

Loosens or dissolves dead surface cells

2
Chelator

Binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula

2
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

2
Preservative

Keeps the product free of microbial growth

1
Fragrance / colour

Changes how the product smells or looks

1
Emollient

Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells

1
Peptide

Amino-acid chains that signal for repair or firmness

1
pH adjuster

Sets the acidity the formula needs to work

1
UV filter

Absorbs or scatters ultraviolet light

Ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.

1 Mentha Aquatica Water
Estimated level
30–80%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.

Mentha Aquatica Water is the aqueous solution obtained from the steam distillate of the Water Mint, Mentha aquatica L., Lamiaceae

2 Kaolin Exfoliant
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Exfoliant, Texture agent

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Naturally occurring substances, kaolin (CI 77004)

Oil Control Pore Minimizer
5 scientific references
  • Molecules, August 2016, pages 1–20
  • The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, December 2013, pages 19–27
  • Complementary Medicine Research, April 2012, pages 75–79
  • International Geology Review, July 2010, pages 745–770
  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2003, pages 37–102
3 Bentonite Texture agent
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Bentonite. A colloidal clay. Consists primarily of montmorillonite (CI 77004)

Oil Control Blackhead Reducing
4 scientific references
  • BMC Chemistry, September 2021, pages 1-11
  • SN Applied Sciences, May 2019, pages 1-13
  • Journal of pharmaceutical investigation, May 2016, pages 363–375
  • International Journal of Toxicology, March 2003, pages 37-102
4 Methylpropanediol Solvent
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • PubChem, Accessed April 2021, ePublication
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, June 2018, pages 1-73
  • Contact Dermatitis, September 2017, pages 159-162
5 1,2-hexanediol Solvent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

5th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

6 Caffeine
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

6th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1H-Purine-2,6-dione, 3,7-dihydro-1,3,7-trimethyl-

Anti-Aging
7 Fructooligosaccharides Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

7th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Fructooligosaccharides are oligosaccharides produced enzymatically from sugar beets and consist chiefly of kestose, nystose and fructosyl nystose

Hydration
8 Fructose Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

8th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Fructose

Hydration
9 Limonene Solvent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent, Fragrance / colour

9th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1-Methyl-4-Isopropenylcyclohexene; dipentene

Allergen
10 Ethylhexylglycerin
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

10th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • PLoS One, October 2016, ePublication
  • Contact Dermatitis, May 2016, pages 281-288
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2013, pages 5S-21S
  • Personal Care, 2008, pages 1-4
  • Cosmetic Science Technology, 2006, pages 1-11
11 Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

11th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is the psoralen-free volatile oil obtained from the fruit of Citrus aurantium L. var. bergamia, Rutaceae; Oils, bergamot; bergamot oil bergaptene free

12 Sodium Phytate Chelator
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Chelator

12th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Myo-Inositol, hexakis(dihydrogen phosphate), sodium salt

13 Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

13th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Citrus Limon Peel Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the fresh peel of the Lemon, Citrus limon (L.), Rutaceae

Allergen
14 Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

14th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Citrus Sinensis Oil,Orange Oil,Orange oil terpeneless (Citrus sinensis (L.) Osbeck) (RIFM),Orange peel oil, sweet (Citrus sinensis (L.) Osbeck) (RIFM),Orange Yu (JPN)

Allergen
15 Cynanchum Atratum Extract Plant extract
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Cynanchum Atratum Extract is the extract of the whole plant Cynanchum atratum, Apocynaceae.

16 Althaea Rosea Flower Extract Plant extract
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Althaea Rosea Flower Extract is the extract of the flowers of the hollyhock, Althaea rosea, Malvaceae

17 Tocopherol Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Soothing
4 scientific references
  • Journal or Agricultural and Food Chemistry, June 2010, pages 7013-7020
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, November 2001, pages 1212-1217
  • Canadian Family Physician, July 2006, pages 855-856
  • Dermatologic Surgery, April 1999, pages 311-315
18 Canadian Colloidal Clay
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

18th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Canadian Colloidal Clay is a colloidal green clay mined in western Canada that is composed chiefly of silicon, aluminium, iron, calcium, sodium, magnesium and potassium

19 Gluconolactone Active
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active, Chelator

19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

D-Glucono-1,5-lactone

Evens Skin Tone Anti-Aging Hydration
20 Guaiacum Sanctum Gum Oil
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

20th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Guaiacum Sanctum Gum Oil is an essential oil obtained from the gum of the plant, Guaiacum sanctum L., Zygophyllaceae

21 Salicylic Acid Active
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active, Exfoliant, Preservative

21st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Salicylic acid

Anti-Acne Anti-Aging Blackhead Reducing
10 scientific references
  • Experimental Dermatology, July 2019, pages 786-794
  • European Commission Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety, June 2019, pages 1-70
  • Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology, April 2018, pages 245-251
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, January-February 2017, pages 55-58
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, August 2015, pages 455-461
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, November 2010, pages 135-142
  • Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery, September 2008, pages 170-176
  • Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, April 2007, pages 651-663
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, February 2000, pages 21-52
  • Seminars in Dermatology, December 1990, pages 305-308
22 Glycolic Acid Active
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active, pH adjuster

22nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Acetic acid, hydroxy-

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Smooths Bumpy Skin
5 scientific references
  • Molecules, April 2018, 23(4), ePublication
  • DNA Cell Biology, February 2017, pages 177-187
  • Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, October 2015, pages 21-26
  • BioMed Research International, 2015, Volume 2015
  • Dermatology Research and Practice, February 2015, Volume 2015
23 Pentylene Glycol Solvent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

23rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Dihydroxypentane

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • https://thedermreviewcom/pentylene-glycol/
  • Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology, July 2017, pages 106-111
  • Prospector, June 2015, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, October 2012, pages 147S-168S
24 Montmorillonite Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

24th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Montmorillonite

Oil Control
8 scientific references
  • Oil-Absorbing Ingredients
  • Help for Oily Skin
  • Salicylic Acid for Skin
  • How BHA Exfoliants Work
  • Which BHA Exfoliant is Right for Me?
  • Niacinamide Benefits: What Does Niacinamide Do for Skin?
  • The Best Toners for Oily Skin
  • The Best Moisturizers for Oily, Acne-Prone Skin
25 Illite Exfoliant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Exfoliant, Texture agent

25th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Clay mineral having an intermediate composition between montmorillonite and muscovite

Oil Control
26 Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

26th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Butanamide, N,2,3-trimethyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-

27 Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract Plant extract
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

27th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract is an extract of the flowers of the Evening Primrose, Oenothera biennis, Onagraceae

28 Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract Plant extract
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

28th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract is an extract of the needles of the Swamp Pine, Pinus palustris, Pinaceae

29 Pueraria Lobata Root Extract Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Plant extract

29th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Pueraria Lobata Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Pueraria lobata, Fabacea

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone
30 Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract Plant extract
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

30th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract is an extract of the root bark of the Elm, Ulmus davidiana, Ulmaceae

Anti-Aging Hydration Soothing
31 Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract Occlusive
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Plant extract

31st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Kaki, Diospyros kaki L., Ebenaceae

32 Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract Plant extract
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

32nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Vitis Vinifera Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Grape, Vitis Vinifera L., Vitaceae

33 Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract Plant extract
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

33rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract is an extract of the flowers of the Safflower, Carthamus tinctorius L., Compositae

34 Coffea Arabica Seed Extract Plant extract
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

34th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Coffea Arabica Seed Extract is an extract of the beans of the Coffee plant, Coffea arabica L., Rubiaceae

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35 Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant, Plant extract

35th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Japanese Knotweed, Polygonum cuspidatum, Polygonaceae

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36 Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract UV filter
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
UV filter, Humectant, Emollient, Occlusive, Antioxidant, Plant extract, Preservative

36th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Tea, Camellia sinensis, Theaceae

Anti-Aging Soothing
37 Castanea Crenata Shell Extract Plant extract
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

37th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Castanea Crenata Shell Extract is an extract of the shell of the chestnut, Castanea crenata, Fagaceae

38 Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract Plant extract
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

38th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Zanthoxylum Piperitum Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Prickly Ash, Zanthoxylum piperitum, Rutaceae

39 Copper Tripeptide-1 Active
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active, Peptide

39th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Copper Tripeptide-1 is a copper complex of Tripeptide-1

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What ingredients are in Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask?

MENTHA AQUATICA WATER, KAOLIN, BENTONITE, METHYLPROPANEDIOL, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, CAFFEINE, FRUCTOOLIGOSACCHARIDES, FRUCTOSE, LIMONENE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, CITRUS AURANTIUM BERGAMIA FRUIT OIL, SODIUM PHYTATE, CITRUS LIMON PEEL OIL, CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS PEEL OIL, CYNANCHUM ATRATUM EXTRACT, ALTHAEA ROSEA FLOWER EXTRACT, TOCOPHEROL, CANADIAN COLLOIDAL CLAY, GLUCONOLACTONE, GUAIACUM SANCTUM GUM OIL, SALICYLIC ACID, GLYCOLIC ACID, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, MONTMORILLONITE, ILLITE, METHYL DIISOPROPYL PROPIONAMIDE, OENOTHERA BIENNIS FLOWER EXTRACT, PINUS PALUSTRIS LEAF EXTRACT, PUERARIA LOBATA ROOT EXTRACT, ULMUS DAVIDIANA ROOT EXTRACT, DIOSPYROS KAKI LEAF EXTRACT, VITIS VINIFERA FRUIT EXTRACT, CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS FLOWER EXTRACT, COFFEA ARABICA SEED EXTRACT, POLYGONUM CUSPIDATUM ROOT EXTRACT, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, CASTANEA CRENATA SHELL EXTRACT, ZANTHOXYLUM PIPERITUM FRUIT EXTRACT, COPPER TRIPEPTIDE-1.

What are the active ingredients in Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask?

GLUCONOLACTONE, SALICYLIC ACID, GLYCOLIC ACID, COPPER TRIPEPTIDE-1.

How do I use Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask?

After cleansing, apply an even layer to dry skin, focusing on areas with blackheads or enlarged pores. Leave on for 10–15 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Use 1–2 times per week.

What skin types is Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask good for?

Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry) skin.

Is Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask good for sensitive skin?

Some ingredients here carry irritation flags, so sensitive skin should patch test on the jawline for a few days before applying it to the whole face.

Is Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask fungal acne safe?

One ingredient could feed malassezia: Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that it will cause a breakout.

Can I use Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask while pregnant?

It contains Salicylic Acid, which are usually reviewed with a doctor during pregnancy. Ask your doctor or midwife before using it.

Is Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask fragrance free?

No — it contains Limonene.

Does Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask contain alcohol?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.

Is Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask silicone free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.

Does Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask contain essential oils?

Yes — it contains Limonene, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil.

Is Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask paraben free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.

What can I layer with Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask?

It layers well with Azelaic acid, Copper peptides, Bakuchiol, Niacinamide, Hyaluronic acid, Ceramides. Take more care combining it with Retinoids (retinol, retinal), Benzoyl peroxide, Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone) — use them in separate routines or on alternate days.

When should I apply Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask?

Use it morning and evening, after serums.

How many ingredients does Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask have?

It lists 39 ingredients, of which 4 are recorded as actives.

Who makes Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask?

Medicube, a brand based in Korea.

Brand
Medicube
Country
Korea

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