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COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid vs MEDIHEAL Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling Pad

Two exfoliants that compete for the same routine slot. Below is the side by side: what makes each one different and who each one suits best.

COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid

COSRX

BHA Blackhead Power Liquid

Betaine Salicylate (BHA-equivalent) liquid that clears blackheads and refines pores. K-beauty bestseller for oily skin.

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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.

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Choose BHA Blackhead Power Liquid if

  • Your main concern is Acne.
  • You have Acne skin.
  • You want BHA in the formula.
  • Reliable for blackheads over time

Choose Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling Pad if

  • Your main concern is Uneven Texture or Dullness.
  • You have Normal or Sensitive skin.
  • You want Papain, Centella Asiatica, Panthenol in the formula.
  • You prefer the lower price (from €19.90 vs from €20.00).

At a glance

Category
Exfoliant
Exfoliant
Price
from €20.00
from €19.90
Skin types
  • Oily
  • Combination
  • Acne
  • Combination
  • Oily
  • Normal
  • Sensitive
Targets
  • Blackheads
  • Enlarged Pores
  • Acne
  • Uneven Texture
  • Dullness
  • Blackheads
  • Enlarged Pores
Key ingredients
  • BHA
  • Niacinamide
  • Papain
  • Centella Asiatica
  • Niacinamide
  • Panthenol
Pros
  • Reliable for blackheads over time
  • Daily-friendly for oily skin
  • No 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
  • Slow results, needs consistency
  • Photosensitizing
  • Enzyme exfoliation is milder than AHA/BHA
  • Plastic tub packaging
  • Can feel tacky if too many pads are used
How to use
After toner, pat onto oily areas. Once daily, build to twice. SPF in the AM.
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 BHA Blackhead Power Liquid and MEDIHEAL Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling Pad?

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

Can I use COSRX BHA Blackhead 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 BHA Blackhead 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 BHA Blackhead Power Liquid or MEDIHEAL Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling Pad?

MEDIHEAL Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling Pad is the more affordable option based on current listed prices (from €20.00 vs from €19.90).

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COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid

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MEDIHEAL Phyto-Enzyme Clear Peeling Pad

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