Mediheal Madecassoside Blemish Pad

Mediheal Madecassoside Blemish Pad
5.6
/ 10
Moisturizing
9.9 Humectancy icon Humectancy
1.2 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
7.5Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Results you may expect from using Mediheal Madecassoside Blemish Pad:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Mediheal Madecassoside Blemish Pad:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.6 out of 10.
  • Significant anti-wrinkle efficacy. With an anti-wrinkle rating of 7.5 out of 10, Mediheal Madecassoside Blemish Pad is effective in minimizing wrinkles.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Mediheal Madecassoside Blemish Pad has a moisturizing rating of 5.6 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 1.2 out of 10 and a very high humectancy of 9.9 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Glycereth-26 (est. ≈4.0%), Niacinamide (est. ≈3.0%) and Glycerin (est. ≈2.0%).

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Mediheal Madecassoside Blemish Pad has a high anti-wrinkle rating of 7.5 out of 10.

It contains 2 active ingredients with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy:

  • Niacinamide (est. ≈3.0%),
     one of the most effective and well-researched anti-wrinkle ingredients.
  • Asiaticoside (est. ≈0.3%),
     derived from the plant Centella asiatica, an ingredient with moderate anti-wrinkle efficacy confirmed by one study.
Among others, Mediheal Madecassoside Blemish Pad also contains some ingredients marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles, specifically Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Madecassic Acid, and Asiatic Acid. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of these ingredients provide insufficient evidence of efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, these ingredients do not contribute to the anti-wrinkle rating.
 

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Mediheal Madecassoside Blemish Pad is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Niacinamide (est. ≈3.0%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
75
Water
6
Dipropylene Glycol
4
Glycereth-26
3
Niacinamide
2
Glycerin
1.5
1,2-Hexanediol
1.3
Diphenyl Dimethicone
1
Triethylhexanoin
0.3
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Hydrogenated Lecithin
0.3
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
0.3
Centella Asiatica Extract
0.3
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
0.3
Sodium Citrate
0.3
Allantoin
0.3
Octyldodeceth-16
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
0.3
Juniperus Virginiana Oil
0.3
Butylene Glycol
0.3
Artemisia Vulgaris Oil
0.3
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
0.3
Madecassoside
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
0.3
Viola Odorata Leaf Extract
0.3
Centella Asiatica Root Extract
0.3
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
0.3
Saccharomyces Ferment
0.3
Mangifera Indica (Mango) Fruit Extract
0.3
Lactobacillus Ferment
0.3
Asiaticoside
0.3
Madecassic Acid
0.3
Asiatic Acid
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Water
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Dipropylene Glycol
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Glycereth-26
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Niacinamide
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Glycerin
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1,2-Hexanediol
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Diphenyl Dimethicone
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Triethylhexanoin
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Hydroxyacetophenone
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Hydrogenated Lecithin
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Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
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Centella Asiatica Extract
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Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
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Sodium Citrate
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Allantoin
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Octyldodeceth-16
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Citric Acid
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Disodium EDTA
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Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
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Juniperus Virginiana Oil
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Butylene Glycol
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Artemisia Vulgaris Oil
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Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
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Madecassoside
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
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Viola Odorata Leaf Extract
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Centella Asiatica Root Extract
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Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
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Saccharomyces Ferment
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Mangifera Indica (Mango) Fruit Extract
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Lactobacillus Ferment
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Asiaticoside
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Madecassic Acid
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Ratings

All humectants
9.9
4
3
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
2.3
1.3
1.0
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 9.9 10
9.9
4
3
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 2.3 20
1.2
1.3
1.0
Moisturizing rating
5.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
4
3
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 9.9 10
9.9
All humectants
9.9
4
3
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
1.3
1
All occlusives 2.3 20
1.2
All occlusives
2.3
1.3
1.0
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
6 /10 4 3 4.5
3 /10 0.1 0.3 3
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
7.5
Niacinamide
4.5
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
6 /10
when present at, %
4
in this formula, est. %
3
Asiaticoside
3
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
3 /10
when present at, %
0.1
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Centella Asiatica Extract
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Lactobacillus Ferment
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Madecassic Acid
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Asiatic Acid
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
7.5
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 5.1 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
5.1
Niacinamide
3
Asiaticoside
0.3
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Centella Asiatica Extract
0.3
Madecassoside
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
0.3
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
0.3
Mangifera Indica (Mango) Fruit Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 4.8 5 No
All soothing
4.8
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %75
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Dipropylene Glycol
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Dipropylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid that has several uses. One of its main functions is as a solvent. Dipropylene glycol is also used to reduce the thickness of skincare products.
Glycereth-26
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Glycereth-26

A glycerin-based ingredient with humectant moisturizing properties. It is an excellent emulsifier and thickener.

Niacinamide
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Niacinamide

Also known as vitamin B3, this ingredient is a true superstar with confirmed moisturizing, anti-acne, hyperpigmentation, and antioxidant benefits. Two studies confirm its significant anti-wrinkle efficacy.

Glycerin
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
1,2-HexanediolA multi-functional formula helper. It is a well-studied preservtive against bacteria and can help pigments and fragrances disperse evenly in a formula.
Diphenyl Dimethicone
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Diphenyl DimethiconeDescription is coming soon
Triethylhexanoin
Est. %1
Function
Origin
TriethylhexanoinAn occlusive and emollient ester of glycerin and a fatty acid. It is easily spreadable and does not leave a sticky after-feel.
Hydroxyacetophenone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
HydroxyacetophenoneAn antioxidant compound that can be found in many plants, although it is manufactured synthetically for skincare purposes. It can boost the preservative action of other conservants.
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated LecithinA version of plain lecithin that has been saturated with hydrogen atoms. This ingredient can be derived from plants, like soy or sunflower, from egg yolks, or made synthetically. Its major function is to emulsify water and oils.
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-10 OleateDescription is coming soon
Centella Asiatica Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Centella Asiatica ExtractAn extract from the leaves of the Gotu kola. It is used in skincare for its antioxidant, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging properties. It increases the production of collagen and hyaluronic acid in the skin.
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateA licorice root derivative with powerful anti-inflammatory and soothing activities. It is often used as a flavoring agent in lip products.
Sodium Citrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium CitrateA salt of citric acid that has a salty and tart flavor and is used as a fragrance. It is mildly basic, meaning that its addition to a skincare product can adjust the pH upward.
Allantoin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AllantoinA fluffy, white powder that acts as a humectant due to its water-loving chemistry and as an exfoliant that helps to remove dead skin cells. It has also been shown to be very soothing to irritated and inflamed skin.
Octyldodeceth-16
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Octyldodeceth-16Description is coming soon
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Disodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium EDTAA synthetic chelator that helps to maintain the look and smell of a product by 'locking up' troublesome metal ions.
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-10 LaurateA vegetable glycerin or synthetically produced emulsifier and gentle cleansing agent. It won't leave skin feeling tight or dry when used to cleanse.
Juniperus Virginiana Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Juniperus Virginiana OilDescription is coming soon
Butylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Butylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.
Artemisia Vulgaris Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Artemisia Vulgaris OilDescription is coming soon
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf OilDescription is coming soon
Madecassoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MadecassosideAn isolated Gotu Kola compound. It helps to increase collagen and hyaluronic acid production in the skin and assists in wound healing.
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf OilAn essential oil distilled from the leaves of rosemary. It is used as a fragrance in skincare and has a spicy, earthy, camphoraceous scent. It also has antioxidant properties according to some research.
Viola Odorata Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Viola Odorata Leaf ExtractDescription is coming soon
Centella Asiatica Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Centella Asiatica Root ExtractDescription is coming soon
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Centella Asiatica Leaf ExtractA well-researched soothing, wound-healing, and promising anti-aging extract that is obtained from the leaves of the Gotu Kola.
Saccharomyces Ferment
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Saccharomyces FermentDescription is coming soon
Mangifera Indica (Mango) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Mangifera Indica (Mango) Fruit ExtractAn extract derived from mango fruit that contains antioxidant flavonoids, carotenoids, and anthocyanins, as well as many astringent tannins. It gives a formula a nice, fruity scent.
Lactobacillus Ferment
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactobacillus FermentA biotechnological product – a mixture of metabolic products of Lactobacillus culture. Some Lactobacillus forms have been reported to have anti-wrinkle and barrier repairing effects, as well as able to improve skin hydration, elasticity, and gloss.
Asiaticoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Asiaticoside

A Gotu Kola or Centella Asiatica derivative with confirmed anti-wrinkle efficacy.

Madecassic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Madecassic AcidAn isolated bioactive compound from Gotu Kola. It increases collagen and hyaluronic acid production in the skin and helps to treat wounds, scars, and burns.
Asiatic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Asiatic AcidA compound isolated from Gotu Kola, a promising anti-wrinkle medicinal plant from Southeast Asia. It is claimed to increase the production of collagen and help with the wound healing process.