Medicube Age-R Booster Pro in Australia: What It Really Does, How to Use It and Whether It Is Worth $299.99

Every few months a skincare tool arrives that everyone seems to be holding in their bathroom selfies. The Medicube Age-R Booster Pro is that tool right now. It is small, it is pink, and it comes with a great deal of opinion attached. Here is a calm, plain-English look at what it does, how people use it, and who it is really for.

The Beauty Desk · Medicube · 8 minute read

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The story behind the hype

Medicube started as a Korean skincare brand with a clinical mindset: formulas built around specific concerns, tested for how they feel on the skin as much as how they look in the jar. The Age-R line is where that mindset meets hardware. The idea is simple. Instead of patting a serum in with your fingertips and hoping for the best, you use a small device to apply it, with a rhythm and a ritual that many people find genuinely relaxing.

That ritual is a large part of why reviewers talk about it so warmly. Independent reviewers who have used it for months describe the biggest change as consistency: a regular, unhurried routine that skin seems to appreciate. One long-term reviewer said they used it two to three times a week, and that the results were heavily tied to staying consistent. That is a useful, honest way to think about any skincare tool. The device does not replace the routine. It rewards one.

How people use the Booster Pro

The basics are refreshingly simple. Start with a clean face. Apply your serum or moisturiser. Switch the device on, choose a mode and an intensity, and glide it across your skin in slow, circular movements, working from the centre of the face outwards. Finish with your usual moisturiser and, in the morning, sunscreen.

The device has several modes, and the names can sound technical, so here is the friendly version. Booster mode is the one most people start with: you use it after applying a product, to work that product in. Some modes are designed for a cooling finish, and others are for use on clean, dry skin before products. Always follow the Medicube instructions that come in the box for time, frequency and mode, because they are written for this exact device.

What to put under it

A device is only as good as the product beneath it, so choose something you already know your skin likes. A few Medicube favourites that pair naturally with the Booster Pro:

• MEDICUBE PDRN Pink Collagen Capsule Cream, from $38.00: a plumping, hydrating finishing cream.
• Medicube Deep Vita C Capsule Cream, from $38.00: a brightening-feel cream for dull-looking skin.
• Medicube Collagen Night Wrapping Mask, from $35.00: an overnight mask for a comfortable, cushioned feel by morning.

If you are building a routine from scratch, our guide to Medicube bundles and sets shows where to begin.

Booster Pro, Mini or Plus: which one?

Medicube offers several Age-R devices, and the right one depends on how you live. The full Booster Pro is the flagship, with the widest range of modes. The Mini and Plus versions are smaller and simpler, which some people prefer for travel or for a lighter commitment. If you are unsure, start with the page for each device, compare the modes and sizes, and choose the one that matches how often you will really use it. A tool you pick up three times a week beats a flagship that lives in a drawer.

The honest bit: who it is not for

Be realistic about price. At $299.99, the Booster Pro is a considered purchase, and it is not essential. A good cleanser, a moisturiser you love and daily sunscreen will always matter more than any device. If your budget is tight, put your money into those first and treat a device as a later upgrade. If your skin is very sensitive, or you are using prescription treatments, speak to your GP or dermatologist before adding any new tool.

Around Australia

• Sydney, NSW: humid summers suit lighter serums under the device; sunscreen every morning.
• Melbourne, VIC: dry, cold winters make a comforting cream a good partner.
• Brisbane and the Gold Coast, QLD: keep layers light and sunscreen consistent in the heat.
• Perth, WA: strong UV and dry air; hydrate well and protect daily.
• Adelaide, SA: hot summers, cool winters; swap textures with the season.
• Canberra, ACT: very dry winters, so lean on hydrating steps.
• Hobart, TAS: cool and windy; richer creams feel kind.
• Darwin, NT: tropical heat and intense UV; keep routines light.

Where we fit in

Eastern Curlew is an authorised Medicube stockist and we dispatch from Sydney. We sell the products mentioned here, so weigh our view accordingly. Prices come from the live product pages and can change, so check the page before you buy.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Medicube Age-R Booster Pro do?
It is a handheld at-home device designed to be used with your skincare products as part of a regular routine. Always follow the instructions supplied with the device.

How often can I use the Medicube Booster Pro?
Many reviewers use it two to three times a week, but you should follow the schedule in the Medicube guide for your model and your skin.

What is the difference between the Booster Pro and the Booster Pro X2?
The X2 is a newer version of the device. Compare the modes and features on each product page to see which suits you.

Can I use it on sensitive skin?
Patch test first, start gently, and speak to your GP or dermatologist if you are unsure or using prescription treatments.

Where can I buy the Medicube Booster Pro in Australia?
You can buy it from Eastern Curlew, an authorised Medicube stockist, with dispatch from Sydney.

This article is general information, not medical advice. Results vary. Product information is from product pages and may change. Last checked: 10 November 2026.