Comparison
COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid vs MEDIHEAL Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling Pad
Side by side: ingredients, price, skin type fit, pros and cons. Pick the one that matches your routine.
COSRX
AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid7% glycolic acid liquid exfoliant for resurfacing and decongesting. A K-beauty entry to glycolic acid.
MEDIHEAL
Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling PadA gentle enzyme exfoliating pad with 99% papain and micro-embossed sheets that smooths rough texture and clears dull, congested skin.
At a glance
AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid
Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling Pad
Category
Exfoliant
Exfoliant
Price
from €18
from €20
Skin types
- Normal
- Combination
- Oily
- Combination
- Oily
- Normal
- Sensitive
Targets
- Blackheads
- Dull
- Enlarged Pores
- Uneven Tone
- Uneven Texture
- Dullness
- Blackheads
- Enlarged Pores
Key ingredients
- AHA
- Niacinamide
- Papain
- Centella Asiatica
- Niacinamide
- Panthenol
Pros
- Visible smoothing in 2–3 weeks
- Tackles whiteheads
- Niacinamide softens sting
- Smooths rough, bumpy texture
- 99% papain enzyme is gentle on sensitive skin
- Dual-textured micro-embossed pads
- Generous 100-count tub for the price
Cons
- Photosensitizing, SPF mandatory
- Do NOT combine with retinol same night
- Enzyme exfoliation is milder than AHA/BHA
- Plastic tub packaging
- Can feel tacky if too many pads are used
How to use
PM, 2–3x/week. Apply after toner with a cotton pad. Follow with moisturizer. SPF next day.
After cleansing, swipe the embossed side of one pad across face to gently exfoliate, then flip to the smooth side to press in remaining essence. Use 2 to 3 times per week, AM or PM, then follow with serum and moisturizer.
Which one to pick
Both are exfoliants, so they compete for the same slot in your routine. Match the key ingredients and skin type fit above to your concern.