iUNIK vs MEDI-PEEL — side by side, no bias.
Our pick
Beta Glucan Power Moisture Serum
9/10 · iUNIK
| Beta Glucan Power Moisture Serum | Peptide 9 Volume Bio Tox Ampoule | |
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| Brand | iUNIK | MEDI-PEEL |
| Category | serum | serum |
| Editor Rating | 9/10 ★ | 8.5/10 |
| Category | serum | serum |
| Texture | Slightly viscous but watery serum that absorbs cleanly | Lightweight ampoule |
| Finish | calm, hydrated without shine | Plump, soft |
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| Verdict | iUNIK signature product and one of the best-kept secrets in sensitive-skin K-beauty. 70% beta-glucan — a powerhouse humectant and soothing agent — combined with a minimalist supporting cast. The result is a serum that hydrates like hyaluronic acid but also calms reactive skin the way centella does. Cult favorite for a reason. | MEDI-PEEL's flagship and the entry point most people meet first: a 9-peptide-stack ampoule (the brand's '9' refers to nine peptide complexes) plus 5% niacinamide and a centella/madecassoside calming layer. Marketed as a 'topical botox' with the obvious caveat that no topical product replaces actual botox — but the peptide density is genuinely high for the $38 price point, and the cumulative firming/smoothing effects over 8–12 weeks are visible. Better as part of a routine than as a standalone hero. Layers cleanly with retinol, vitamin C (separated AM/PM), or any acid. |
