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COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid vs MEDIHEAL Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling Pad

Two exfoliants that compete for the same routine slot. Below is the honest side by side: what makes each one different, who each one is best for, and how real users rate them.

COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid

COSRX

AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid

7% glycolic acid liquid exfoliant for resurfacing and decongesting. A K-beauty entry to glycolic acid.

MEDIHEAL Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling Pad

MEDIHEAL

Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling Pad

A gentle enzyme exfoliating pad with 99% papain and micro-embossed sheets that smooths rough texture and clears dull, congested skin.

Choose AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid if

  • Your main concern is Dull or Uneven Tone.
  • You want AHA in the formula.
  • You prefer the lower price (from €18.00 vs from €19.90).
  • Visible smoothing in 2–3 weeks

Choose Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling Pad if

  • Your main concern is Uneven Texture or Dullness.
  • You have Sensitive skin.
  • You want Papain, Centella Asiatica, Panthenol in the formula.
  • Smooths rough, bumpy texture

At a glance

Category
Exfoliant
Exfoliant
Price
from €18.00
from €19.90
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.

Ingredient interactions

No flagged interactions between the key ingredients in these two products. Both share Niacinamide, which means you get overlapping benefits if you use them at different times of day.

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FAQ

What is the main difference between COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid and MEDIHEAL Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling Pad?

Both are exfoliants. COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid focuses on Blackheads and Dull, while MEDIHEAL Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling Pad targets Uneven Texture and Dullness. Ingredient wise, COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid leads with AHA and Niacinamide; MEDIHEAL Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling Pad uses Papain and Centella Asiatica.

Can I use COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid and MEDIHEAL Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling Pad together?

They serve the same routine step, so pick one at a time rather than layering.

Do COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid and MEDIHEAL Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling Pad share ingredients?

Both feature Niacinamide. The rest of the formulas differ, which is where the choice usually comes down to.

Which one is cheaper, COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid or MEDIHEAL Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling Pad?

COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid is the more affordable option based on current listed prices (from €18.00 vs from €19.90).

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