{"product_id":"medicube-deep-vita-c-pad-150g-70-pads-mirai-skin-medicube-deep-vita-c-pad-150g-70-pads","title":"medicube Deep Vita C Pad 150g (70 Pads)","description":"\u003ch2\u003emedicube Deep Vita C Pad: Vitamin C in Daily Pad Format\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003emedicube's Deep Vita C Pad is the pad version of vitamin C skincare, delivering a stable form of ascorbic acid or its derivatives in a daily-use sweep-on format. At $44.92 for 70 pads, this is priced in the upper-mid tier for Korean toner pads, with the vitamin C positioning as the main active differentiator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin C in pads is a newer category: traditional vitamin C products (serums, ampoules) have stability issues because ascorbic acid oxidizes easily. Pad formulations face the same challenge, and medicube's approach is typically to use more stable vitamin C derivatives (like ascorbyl glucoside or ethyl ascorbic acid) that don't oxidize as quickly. Slightly less potent than pure ascorbic acid but more reliable over the pad jar's shelf life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat It Does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin C (as derivative) provides antioxidant protection, brightening, and gradual pigmentation reduction. Niacinamide supports the brightening angle and reduces inflammation. Mild AHA or PHA content provides light surface exfoliation. The pad format combines active delivery with slight mechanical exfoliation from the embossed texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDull or uneven-toned skin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primary target.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost-inflammatory pigmentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gradual fading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun damage maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antioxidant protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUsers wanting daily vitamin C without a serum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simpler format.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCombination skin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light formulation suitable for most.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume: 150g \/ 70 pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrice: $44.92\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHero actives: vitamin C derivative, niacinamide, mild AHA\/PHA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePad format: embossed cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrance: mild citrus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter cleansing, swipe one pad across face in outward motions. Use AM for antioxidant protection before SPF (vitamin C is synergistic with sunscreen). Start at 3 to 4 times per week, build to daily if tolerated. Follow with serum, moisturizer, and SPF.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs derivative vitamin C as effective as pure ascorbic acid?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlightly less potent but more stable. Pure ascorbic acid at 10 to 20% is the gold standard for brightening but oxidizes quickly. Derivatives are gentler with more consistent performance over the jar's shelf life. Both work; derivatives are better suited to pad formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use AM and PM?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Vitamin C in AM is ideal for antioxidant plus SPF synergy. PM use adds repair benefit. If using PM, pair with retinol on alternate nights to avoid over-stacking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long until I see brightening?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurface radiance: 1 to 2 weeks. Pigmentation fading: 6 to 12 weeks of daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill it sting?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDerivative forms are significantly less tingly than pure ascorbic acid. Most users experience no stinging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long does 70 pads last?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaily use: about 2.5 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the medicube collection or Korean vitamin C products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"mirai-skin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51741067608352,"sku":"51821705953652","price":24.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/8333\/4432\/files\/6382a48a9f2ecb4425dd80687eb4e11d.webp?v=1779694253","url":"https:\/\/usmirai-skin.com\/products\/medicube-deep-vita-c-pad-150g-70-pads-mirai-skin-medicube-deep-vita-c-pad-150g-70-pads","provider":"usmirai-skin.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}