Victoria McDonnell from the New York Post reviews Jiyu Toner Pads, which she finds a compelling alternative to popular Medicube pore pads due to their hydrating formula and effective ingredients like niacinamide and hyaluronic acid. Available for under $50 during an ongoing Amazon sale post-Prime Day, these K-beauty toner pads offer convenience and affordability while addressing various skin concerns such as hydration and pore appearance. McDonnell highlights their suitability for daily use across different skin types but advises sensitive skin users to perform a patch test due to the added fragrance.
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Victoria McDonnell, a commerce journalist for the New York Post, has been testing various skincare products and recently switched from Medicube pore pads to a new K beauty brand, Jiyu, due to its affordability and effectiveness. The Jiyu Toning Polish Pads combine convenience with ingredients that hydrate and smooth skin without stripping it of moisture. After using them, McDonnell noticed her skin felt refreshed and smoother, making the experience feel less like aggressive exfoliation. Additionally, she appreciates the presence of niacinamide, an ingredient known for evening out complexion and reducing pore appearance, which makes these pads a good choice for mornings before applying makeup.
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I’ve been reaching for Medicube’s pore pads for ages, but these Jiyu Toner Pads have me questioning whether I need to keep buying them.
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I’m picky about toner pads because plenty of them leave my skin feeling either overly wet or slightly stripped, and I want something that actually earns its spot in my routine.
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Jiyu’s Toner Pads immediately stood out because they combine the swipe-and-go convenience I love with ingredients aimed at hydration, smoothing and the appearance of pores.
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After using them, I understood why K-beauty shoppers are giving them a closer look.
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The pads are saturated without being drippy, and I can swipe one over my face after cleansing without needing to fuss with several products.
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My skin feels refreshed and smoother afterward, while the hydrating formula keeps the experience from feeling like an aggressive exfoliation.
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Niacinamide is another reason these caught my attention.
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It’s one of those skincare ingredients I like seeing in an everyday product because it can support a more even-looking complexion while helping with the appearance of pores.
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I especially like using these on mornings when I want my skin to look polished before makeup.
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The Jiyu Toner Pads cost less than $50 and last for months, which makes them much easier to justify as an everyday skincare staple rather than another trendy product that gets pushed to the back of my cabinet.
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The timing is also worth noting.
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Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days ended on Oct. 7, but the Jiyu pads are still on sale.
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That means shoppers can *still* snag the discount even though the two-day event has wrapped.
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I wouldn’t say I’ve completely abandoned my Medicube pads — I still like them — but Jiyu has become the pair I reach for when I want something affordable, easy and hydrating enough to use regularly.
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At the current sale price, getting months of toner pads for less than $50 makes this K-beauty swap as simple as could be.
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early extended prime day beauty deals
What are the key ingredients in Jiyu Toning Polish Pads?
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They contain niacinamide, alpha-arbutin, vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, snail mucin, centella asiatica and maltobionic acid.
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How do I apply these toning pads?
Swipe a pad gently across your cleansed face and neck.
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How often should I use JiYu Toning Polish Pads?
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They can be used daily in your morning and evening routines.
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Sensitive skin types should start with 2 to 3 times weekly.
What skin types are these pads best for?
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They suit normal, dry, oily and mature skin, but sensitive skin types should perform a patch test due to the added fragrance.
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This article was written by Victoria McDonnell, New York Post Commerce Journalist & Content Strategist, who has spent countless hours researching, testing hundreds of products and comparing the latest makeup, skincare, hair and beauty items and trends to determine what’s truly worth your hard-earned cash.
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She evaluates formulas, textures, ingredients and more, in addition to consulting medical and industry experts.
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Some of Victoria’s latest conquests include testing the best sheet masks on the market, and a rinse-and-repeat review of the best shampoos for all hair types and budgets.
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Victoria, who received a beauty industry essentials certification from the Fashion Institute of Technology, has been creating shopping guides for the New York Post since 2021 and previously held positions at Insider Reviews and CNN Underscored.
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