MEDICUBE Hypochlorous Acid Rice Peel Shot

MEDICUBE Hypochlorous Acid Rice Peel Shot

Smooth and clarify troubled-looking skin with the MEDICUBE Hypochlorous Acid Rice Peel Shot, a gentle yet clinically effective exfoliating treatment that removes dead skin buildup, reduces excess sebum, and improves the appearance of blackheads, whiteheads, rough patches, acne marks, and redness — without irritation, without rinsing, and without stripping the skin's moisture barrier.

This leave-on exfoliating serum uses a triple-exfoliation system: Cellulose (physical exfoliant that rolls away dead skin on contact), Protease (an enzyme that digests dead skin proteins at the cellular level), and Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl) (antibacterial purification). Together they address all three dimensions of surface congestion — mechanical, enzymatic, and microbial — in one application. Supporting ingredients include Rice Bran Water and Rice Extract (brightening and sebum clarification), Charcoal Powder (pore-cleansing), Zea Mays (Corn) Starch (sebum absorption), Caffeine (circulation and de-puffing), Ceramide NP (barrier repair), Beta-Glucan (soothing and barrier support), Allantoin, Panthenol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water, and Althaea Rosea (Hollyhock) Flower Extract (moisture replenishment and calming), and Sodium Hyaluronate + Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid (layered hydration).

The MEDICUBE Hypochlorous Acid Rice Peel Shot is a great choice for anyone looking for a K-beauty peel serum, gentle exfoliating serum for blackheads, or pore-care serum for troubled skin. Cruelty-free and reef-safe — suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin.

Size: 80ml

Overview

The MEDICUBE Hypochlorous Acid Rice Peel Shot is a gentle exfoliating leave-on serum from MEDICUBE created for all skin types — especially sensitive, combination, oily, and blemish-prone skin dealing with dead skin buildup, excess sebum, blackheads, and rough texture. Its triple-exfoliation approach (physical Cellulose + enzymatic Protease + antibacterial Hypochlorous Acid) removes the surface congestion that causes enlarged pores, dullness, and breakouts while a robust soothing and barrier-supporting complex prevents the irritation that conventional exfoliants cause.

Clinical results

• Dead skin cell reduction after one use — 75.46%
• Excess sebum reduction after one use — 18.87%
• Visible improvement in the appearance of blackheads and whiteheads

Brand-reported clinical results. Individual results may vary.

Key benefits

• Helps gently exfoliate dead skin buildup — 75.46% dead skin cell reduction after one use
• Supports a clearer-looking complexion — 18.87% sebum reduction after one use
• Helps improve the appearance of blackheads and whiteheads
• Triple-exfoliation system: physical (Cellulose) + enzymatic (Protease) + antibacterial (Hypochlorous Acid)
• Leave-on, no-rinse formula — follows cleansing, requires no water
• Cruelty-free, reef-safe — suitable for all skin types including sensitive

How to use

After cleansing, apply an appropriate amount to a dry face, avoiding the eye and lip areas. Gently massage over the skin — as you massage, the Cellulose will softly roll away dead skin cells and the Protease will dissolve dead skin proteins. Do not rinse. Continue directly with the rest of your skincare routine: toner, serum, moisturizer. Use 2–3 times per week, or as needed for skin that is prone to buildup and congestion. Suitable for morning and evening use.

Why we love it

Exfoliation is one of the most valuable steps in any skincare routine — and also one of the most frequently mishandled. Harsh scrubs cause micro-tears; high-concentration acids strip the barrier; most enzyme peels require rinsing and can leave skin sensitized. The MEDICUBE Hypochlorous Acid Rice Peel Shot avoids all of these by building its exfoliation from three mechanisms that each work gently and reinforce each other. Cellulose is the soft physical exfoliant that makes the "peel shot" experience tactile: as it rolls across the skin, it loosens and lifts dead skin cells without the jagged edges of conventional scrub particles that cause micro-abrasion. Protease then handles what Cellulose leaves behind — enzymatically digesting the protein bonds that hold dead skin cells to the surface, reaching the congestion that physical rolling can't dislodge. Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl) addresses the microbial dimension — the same antibacterial molecule used in the MEDICUBE Hypochlorous Acid Power Soothing Spray, now applied to the exfoliating context where clearing C. acnes bacteria from the surface during dead-skin removal prevents the immediate re-colonization that causes post-exfoliation breakouts. Charcoal Powder and Corn Starch simultaneously absorb excess sebum and pore impurities during the massage — the reason the 18.87% sebum reduction and blackhead improvement show up after a single use. And the leave-on format means the Ceramide NP, Beta-Glucan, Allantoin, Panthenol, and Aloe Water can continue working on barrier repair and soothing after the exfoliation is complete, rather than being rinsed away. At BestSkincareUSA.com, it's our top exfoliating treatment pick from MEDICUBE for any Korean skincare routine that needs effective, gentle, and non-stripping surface renewal.

Key ingredients deeper dive

• Cellulose — soft physical exfoliant for tactile dead-skin rolling without micro-abrasion — Cellulose is a plant-derived polymer that forms smooth, rounded micro-particles — the "peel shot" rolling experience comes from these Cellulose particles dislodging and lifting dead skin cells as they move across the skin surface. Unlike walnut shell, sugar, or salt scrubs whose irregular crystalline edges cause micro-tears in the skin barrier, Cellulose particles are soft and spherical, providing effective physical exfoliation without the abrasion that sensitizes or damages skin. In the MEDICUBE Hypochlorous Acid Rice Peel Shot, Cellulose delivers the satisfying tactile exfoliation the "peel shot" format promises while keeping the formula safe for sensitive skin across all Korean skincare skin types.
• Protease — enzymatic dead skin protein digestion for what physical exfoliation can't reach — Protease is a class of enzymes that specifically cleave the peptide bonds in dead skin proteins — dissolving the protein matrix that anchors dead corneocytes to the skin surface and to each other. Where Cellulose dislodges and lifts loose dead skin cells mechanically, Protease breaks down the protein bonds of more adherent dead skin — the congestion that hasn't loosened yet and contributes to rough texture, enlarged pore appearance, and blackhead formation. The combination of physical and enzymatic exfoliation in the MEDICUBE Hypochlorous Acid Rice Peel Shot addresses the full spectrum of dead skin buildup in a single application: loose surface cells and bound adherent cells alike.
• Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl) — antibacterial surface purification during and after exfoliation — Hypochlorous Acid — the same immune system-derived antimicrobial molecule featured in the MEDICUBE Hypochlorous Acid Power Soothing Spray — provides targeted antibacterial action against C. acnes bacteria during the exfoliation process. Removing dead skin cells without addressing the bacteria that colonize them risks post-exfoliation breakouts: the bacteria re-populate the freshly cleared surface rapidly. HOCl eliminates this risk by sanitizing the surface simultaneously with the physical and enzymatic exfoliation, completing a triple-exfoliation system that addresses skin congestion mechanically, enzymatically, and microbiologically in the MEDICUBE Hypochlorous Acid Rice Peel Shot.
• Rice Bran Water, Rice Extract, Charcoal Powder, and Zea Mays (Corn) Starch — brightening, sebum absorption, and pore-impurity clearing — Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Water and Rice Extract provide brightening and skin-clarifying benefits traditionally associated with rice water in East Asian skincare — helping lift excess oil and supporting a clearer, more luminous complexion appearance. Charcoal Powder absorbs pore impurities and excess sebum during the massage, physically extracting the blackhead-causing buildup that the Protease and Cellulose have loosened from the pore lining. Corn Starch provides additional sebum absorption and a soft-focus finish that reduces the greasy shine of congested oily skin. Together these four ingredients drive the 18.87% sebum reduction and blackhead improvement confirmed after one use in the MEDICUBE Hypochlorous Acid Rice Peel Shot.
• Ceramide NP, Beta-Glucan, Allantoin, Panthenol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water, and Althaea Rosea — barrier repair and soothing in a leave-on post-exfoliation formula — The leave-on format of the MEDICUBE Hypochlorous Acid Rice Peel Shot makes the barrier-repair and soothing complex genuinely effective: unlike rinse-off peels that wash away their conditioning ingredients with the rinse water, these actives remain on the skin after the exfoliation is complete. Ceramide NP replenishes the lipid barrier depleted by exfoliation. Beta-Glucan provides potent barrier-soothing and moisture-retaining activity. Allantoin soothes post-exfoliation sensitivity and promotes healthy skin turnover. Panthenol deeply hydrates and strengthens the barrier. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water calms any residual redness or irritation. Althaea Rosea (Hollyhock) Flower Extract — the same botanical as in the MEDICUBE Collagen Night Wrapping Mask — adds mucilage-rich soothing comfort that makes the post-exfoliation skin feel soft and cushiony rather than raw.
• Caffeine and Cynanchum Atratum Extract — circulation activation and skin-firming botanical — Caffeine enhances microcirculation and de-puffing during the massage step — the warmth of the massage motion combines with Caffeine's vasoconstrictive properties to leave the complexion looking more awake and more evenly toned after use. Cynanchum Atratum Root Extract, a traditional herbal active with elasticity-supporting properties — the same botanical found in the MEDICUBE Collagen Night Wrapping Mask — provides additional skin-firming support that adds a mild anti-aging dimension to the exfoliating treatment of the MEDICUBE Hypochlorous Acid Rice Peel Shot.

Who it's for

The MEDICUBE Hypochlorous Acid Rice Peel Shot is designed for all skin types — particularly combination, oily, blemish-prone, and sensitive skin dealing with dead skin buildup, blackheads, excess sebum, rough texture, and post-acne marks. It's especially effective for those who want a single gentle exfoliating treatment that addresses all three dimensions of surface congestion without acid irritation or harsh scrubbing, for those who want a leave-on format that allows barrier-repair actives to continue working after exfoliation, and for those building a complete MEDICUBE acne-prone skin routine alongside the MEDICUBE Hypochlorous Acid Power Soothing Spray and the MEDICUBE Red Serum Plus. Cruelty-free and reef-safe.

Pro tips and pairings

Apply the MEDICUBE Hypochlorous Acid Rice Peel Shot to completely dry skin after cleansing — the Cellulose rolling mechanism works most effectively on dry skin where there is no water film to reduce friction. Use gentle circular motions for 30–60 seconds across the full face, then press lightly with palms to help the HOCl, Ceramide NP, and soothing actives absorb before continuing with toner and serum. Focus additional attention on the nose, chin, and T-zone where blackhead and sebum congestion concentrate. Do not rinse. For the most targeted blackhead care, use after the MEDICUBE Red Foam Cleanser to clear surface oil first, then apply this treatment to the clean, dry face for maximum Cellulose and Protease contact with the pore surface. Follow with the MEDICUBE Hypochlorous Acid Power Soothing Spray as the next step for sustained HOCl antibacterial protection after exfoliation. Use 2–3 times per week — not daily on sensitive skin. Explore more from MEDICUBE: Shop MEDICUBE