Comparison

Holika Holika Aloe 99 Soothing Gel vs Medicube Medicube Deep Vita C Capsule Cream

Two moisturizers 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.

Holika Holika Aloe 99 Soothing Gel

Holika Holika

Aloe 99 Soothing Gel

Lightweight aloe gel, multipurpose soother for face, body and after sun.

Medicube Medicube Deep Vita C Capsule Cream

Medicube

Medicube Deep Vita C Capsule Cream

A brightening capsule cream with vitamin C derivatives and 5% niacinamide that visibly evens tone and adds a healthy glow without irritating sensitive skin.

Choose Aloe 99 Soothing Gel if

  • Your main concern is Redness or Dehydration.
  • You have Sensitive or All skin.
  • You want Aloe Vera Leaf Extract in the formula.
  • Cooling

Choose Medicube Deep Vita C Capsule Cream if

  • Your main concern is Dullness or Pigmentation.
  • You have Normal or Dry skin.
  • You want Vitamin C Derivatives, Niacinamide 5%, Vitamin Water in the formula.
  • Stable vitamin C derivatives, gentler than pure ascorbic acid

At a glance

Category
Moisturizer
Moisturizer
Price
from €7
Not listed
Skin types
  • Oily
  • Combination
  • Sensitive
  • All
  • Normal
  • Dry
  • Combination
  • Oily
Targets
  • Redness
  • Dehydration
  • Irritation
  • Dullness
  • Pigmentation
  • Uneven-Tone
  • Aging
Key ingredients
  • Aloe Vera Leaf Extract
  • Vitamin C Derivatives
  • Niacinamide 5%
  • Vitamin Water
  • Ascorbyl Glucoside
Pros
  • Cooling
  • Cheap
  • Multi use
  • Stable vitamin C derivatives, gentler than pure ascorbic acid
  • 5% niacinamide supports tone and barrier
  • Lightweight cream texture, layers well
  • Capsules melt in for a fresh, glowy finish
Cons
  • Not enough on its own for dry skin
  • Not a strong actives cream for advanced pigmentation
  • Jar packaging is less ideal for potency over time
How to use
Apply as needed to face or body.
After serum, scoop a pea-sized amount, warm between fingertips to break the capsules, and press into skin morning and evening. Always follow with SPF in the morning.

Ingredient interactions

No flagged interactions between the key ingredients in these two products. You can layer them at different routine steps without a known conflict.

What reviewers say

Aloe 99 Soothing Gel

"This gel is clear, slightly thick, yet spreads easily. It doesn't necessarily smell of anything in particular, just crisp and clean."

Verified reviewer · Reddit r/AsianBeauty

"Have not used it on my face but I love it for after shaving legs and insect bites--instantly soothing, cooling and quenches dry skin on the body ..."

Verified reviewer · Reddit r/AsianBeauty

Medicube Deep Vita C Capsule Cream

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FAQ

What is the main difference between Holika Holika Aloe 99 Soothing Gel and Medicube Medicube Deep Vita C Capsule Cream?

Both are moisturizers. Holika Holika Aloe 99 Soothing Gel focuses on Redness and Dehydration, while Medicube Medicube Deep Vita C Capsule Cream targets Dullness and Pigmentation. Ingredient wise, Holika Holika Aloe 99 Soothing Gel leads with Aloe Vera Leaf Extract; Medicube Medicube Deep Vita C Capsule Cream uses Vitamin C Derivatives and Niacinamide 5%.

Can I use Holika Holika Aloe 99 Soothing Gel and Medicube Medicube Deep Vita C Capsule Cream together?

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

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