Overview
The hero ingredient is exosomes, and you use it as your daily moisturizer. With an excellent 4.6 out of 5 from over 427 ratings, it is one of the best-reviewed pdrn & salmon dna in the range. It is one of the gentler options in the range, so it suits most skin types including sensitive skin.
Pros
- Well-rated at 4.6/5 across 427 reviews
- Built around exosomes, a genuinely on-trend active
- Affordable for what it is, undercutting many Western equivalents
- Gentle enough for daily use on most skin types
Cons
- As a food-and-cosmetic product, results vary from person to person
- Sold mainly through Amazon, so stock and price can move
At a glance
| Type | PDRN & Salmon DNA |
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| Key ingredient | exosomes |
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| Format | moisturizer |
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| Size | 1.7 fl.oz |
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| Routine step | Moisturiser |
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| Best for skin type | Dry, Sensitive, Combination, Normal |
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| Sensitive-skin friendly | Yes, one of the gentler picks |
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| Rating | 4.6 / 5 from 431 ratings |
What buyers actually say
We read a sample of the Amazon reviews for this product and describe the pattern in our own words. It is a sample, not a survey of all 431 ratings, and we do not reproduce customer reviews.
The pattern here is clear: people with reactive, breakout-prone skin report that this one behaves itself. Reviewers in our sample repeatedly describe a gel-cream that disappears fast, leaves a dewy rather than oily finish and layers happily under SPF. Calmer-looking redness is the most frequently mentioned outcome, including from a reviewer in her fifties and a parent buying it for a child's flare-ups. The recurring caveat is hydration depth: two reviewers with drier skin found it pleasant but not moisturising enough on its own, and one noted the tube empties quickly because a generous amount is needed.
Praised for
- Well tolerated by sensitive, acne-prone skin
- Light gel texture that absorbs fast with a dewy finish
- Redness described as looking calmer
- Sits comfortably under SPF and other layers
Criticised for
- Not moisturising enough on its own for dry skin
- Small tube runs out quickly at the amount needed
- A few reviewers preferred a cheaper basic moisturiser for hydration
How the ratings break down
Amazon's own star distribution for this product, read on 2026-08-02. We show the one-star share too, because an average alone hides it.
5 star 78%
4 star 12%
3 star 5%
2 star 1%
1 star 4%
What is exosomes?
Exosomes are cell-signaling particles used in skincare to support a more intensive, treatment-style boost to skin recovery and glow.
Ingredients as listed on Amazon
Copied from the Amazon listing on 2026-08-02. We have not verified this against the physical pack, and formulations change by market and batch. If an ingredient matters to you, check the pack itself.
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Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cyclohexasiloxane, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Panthenol, Ectoin, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter, Cetearyl Olivate, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Sorbitan Olivate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Synthetic Beeswax, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Sodium Phytate, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Sorbitan Isostearate, Allantoin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Silica, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Dextrin, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Extract, Tocopherol, Ceramide NP, Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Centella Asiatica Leaf Vesicles, Madecassoside, Phytosterols, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Lactobacillus Ferment Filtrate, Saccharide Isomerate, Vegetable Amino Acids, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid.
Key features
- POWERFUL YET GENTLE SOOTHING: Calm all skin troubles with exosomes containing Centella Asiatica delivering powerful soothing effects and smoothing the skin texture.
- ENRICHED WITH INNOVATIVE INGREDIENT : Contains exosome cica, Nano-sized ingredient smaller than pores with 5.3 times more powerful soothing effect than general cica. *Clinical Trial Tested by 'ICBIO Co., Ltd'"
- SUITABLE FOR TROUBLED SKIN: Exosome Cica help soothe and hydrate troubled, textured areas for glass glow skin.
Frequently asked questions
Is the medicube Exosome Cica Tea Tree Cream good for sensitive skin?
Yes, it is one of the gentler options in the range and suits most skin types, including sensitive skin. As always, patch test first.
How do you use the medicube Exosome Cica Tea Tree Cream ?
Use it as the last step of your routine (before sunscreen in the morning). Follow the directions on the pack, and always finish your morning routine with sunscreen.
Is the medicube Exosome Cica Tea Tree Cream worth it?
For the price, it is an easy recommendation: 4.6 out of 5 from a large number of shoppers, doing a clear job in the routine. Results vary from person to person, so manage expectations.
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