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The Medicube Kojic Acid Turmeric Vita Capsule Cream pairs kojic acid with vitamin C for visible brightening, and the Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum: Propolis + Niacinamide is the daily option for hydrated radiance. Stocked and dispatched from our UK warehouse with free delivery on orders over £22.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"medicube-deep-vita-c-pad-70","title":"Medicube - Deep Vita C Pad - Vitamin C Brightening Toner Pads","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eReveal radiant, even-toned skin with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"326\"\u003eMedicube Deep Vita C Pad\u003c\/strong\u003e, a dual-textured brightening pad infused with \u003cstrong data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"405\"\u003e20,000 ppm of pure Vitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"425\"\u003eNiacinamide\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"429\"\u003eThese gentle yet powerful toner pads exfoliate dull skin, reduce dark spots, and boost luminosity for a fresh, revitalized complexion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith added \u003cstrong data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"598\"\u003eCentella Asiatica\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"613\"\u003ePanthenol\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"641\"\u003eSodium Hyaluronate\u003c\/strong\u003e, the formula hydrates, soothes, and supports the skin barrier while delivering visible glow and clarity.\u003cbr data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"749\"\u003ePerfect for daily use, these pre-soaked pads make bright, glass-like skin effortless — the K-beauty shortcut to smoother, more luminous skin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Medicube","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55744035914076,"sku":"MED-VITC-PAD","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/7807\/8044\/files\/MCUBE0004.webp?v=1760727358"},{"product_id":"beauty-of-joseon-glow-deep-serum-rice-alpha-arbutin-30ml-brightening-even-tone-serum","title":"Beauty of Joseon - Glow Deep Serum: Rice + Alpha-Arbutin - 30ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eUnveil radiant, even-toned skin with \u003cstrong\u003eBeauty of Joseon Glow Deep Serum: Rice + Alpha-Arbutin\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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