[ Medicube ] Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask 100g

RECOMMENDED FOR: Skin with hardened blackheads and whiteheads on the nose, cheeks, and under the chin, oily and combination skin with shine and enlarged pores from excess sebum, skin wanting 3-minute quick pore care without the long drying time of conventional mud masks

PERFECT FOR: When blackheads and excess sebum on the nose and T-zone are on your mind, and you want a cooling pore mud mask that's done in 3 minutes

AM: After cleansing, on fully dried skin, spread an even layer thick enough that skin doesn't show through over your whole face or T-zone/nose, avoiding the eye and mouth area. After 3-5 minutes, once the mud dries and absorbs sebum, rinse off with lukewarm water while rolling gently (1-2 times weekly recommended; contains AHA, so use sunscreen when going out during the day).

PM: Usable the same way in the evening as in the morning, as a 1-2 times weekly special care with no time-of-day distinction.

A dense blue mud cream that spreads soft and moist like whipped cream with no stiffness. Adheres evenly with no cracking or tightness as it dries, absorbing sebum within 3 minutes and rinsing off smoothly with lukewarm water. A cool, refreshing citrus scent blending bergamot, lemon, and orange essential oils.

5-Clay Complex (Kaolin 246,078ppm, Bentonite, Canadian Colloidal Clay, Montmorillonite, Illite), Guaiazulene (natural blue calming ingredient), Triple Acid Complex (Salicylic Acid BHA, Glycolic Acid AHA, Gluconolactone PHA), Allantoin & Caffeine & Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Cooling Agent (Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide), Copper Tripeptide-1 & Anti-Sebum P Complex

- 5-Clay Mud: strong anionic adsorption pulls out blackheads, oxidised sebum, and impurities lodged deep in pores
- AHA + BHA + PHA Peeling: BHA dissolves hardened sebum while AHA and PHA refine dead skin with no irritation; guaiazulene instantly calms irritation-prone pores and creates the blue colour
- Cooling System: rapidly cools skin temperature on application to suppress sebum and tighten sagging pores

98.4% Pore Impurities Cleansed and 53.47% Less Sebum in 3 Minutes, a 5-Clay Cooling Blue Mud Mask

Medicube's Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask. A 5-clay complex rich in kaolin pulls blackheads and oxidised sebum from pores with strong adsorption, while triple acids (BHA, AHA, PHA) refine hardened sebum and dead skin. Guaiazulene calms irritation-prone pores and a cooling agent instantly lowers skin temperature to tighten pores. Verified 98.4% pore-impurity cleansing and 53.47% sebum/oil reduction right after just 3 minutes of use.

A dense blue mud cream that spreads like whipped cream with no stiffness, known as the '3-Minute Mud Mask' and a wash-off mask bestseller rated 4.6-4.8 on Ulta Beauty, Medicube US, and Medicube Korea.

PICK NO.3 RATING
SENSITIVITY: 3/5

WHY WE PICKED IT: The specific clinical figures of 98.4% pore-impurity cleansing and 53.47% sebum reduction in just 3 minutes, combined with the practicality of a short use time, made this an easy pick.

CLINICAL RESULTS: Completed human trials: 98.4% immediate pore-impurity cleansing after one 3-minute use, 53.47% reduction in sebum/oil, 14.77-34.8% immediate blackhead/whitehead improvement, an immediate cooling effect of about -11.5°C in skin temperature; passed low-irritancy testing.

SAFETY NOTES: Consult a doctor if red spots, swelling, or itching occur at the application site during or after use due to direct sunlight. Avoid applying to broken skin. Avoid the eye area and keep out of eyes. Contains AHA, so use sunscreen when going out during the day. Do not use on children aged 3 or under.

GLOBAL SALES: Rated 4.6-4.8 on Ulta Beauty, Medicube US, and Medicube Korea, known as the '3-Minute Mud Mask' and a wash-off mask category bestseller.

AWARDS: Not disclosed.

PICKER'S COMMENT: "Many reviewers find it convenient that it dries in 3 minutes and rinses off easily versus 15-minute mud masks, report an instant cooling feel with sebum drawn out and a smoother nose after rinsing, and call it an essential T-zone pore cleanser in summer or the night before makeup."

USAGE DURATION: Roughly 3-4 months' worth at 100g with 1-2 uses weekly (24 months before opening, 12 months after opening recommended).

Water, Kaolin, Bentonite, Methylpropanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Xanthan Gum, Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylyl Glycol, Cellulose, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Glucose, Butylene Glycol, Allantoin, Caffeine, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Sodium Phytate, Vincetoxicum Atratum Extract, Althaea Rosea Extract, Tocopherol, Canadian Colloidal Clay, Gluconolactone, Guaiazulene, Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Montmorillonite, Illite, Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Flower Extract, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Copper Tripeptide-1, Limonene, Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510) (100g (3.52 oz.))

Q. Does it really take only 3 minutes?
A. Yes, rinse off after 3-5 minutes once the mud dries and absorbs sebum; it verified 98.4% pore-impurity cleansing right after one 3-minute use.

Q. How often should I use it?
A. 1-2 times weekly is recommended.

Q. Can I use it during the day?
A. Yes, but it contains AHA, so use sunscreen when going out during the day.

Q. Can children use it?
A. No, do not use it on children aged 3 or under.

Q. Who is this best for?
A. Skin with hardened blackheads/whiteheads, oily and combination skin with enlarged pores, skin wanting 3-minute quick pore care

Q. Is there anyone who should skip this one?
A. Not for use on children aged 3 or under; if you are sensitive to citrus essential oils (limonene, etc.), a patch test is recommended.