Anua
Anua Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum
Low risk78/100
Anua
Rice 7 Ceramide Hydrating Barrier Serum
This formula needs extra consideration during pregnancy. Review the flagged ingredients with your healthcare professional.
41 of 43 ingredients rated2 not assessed
Is it suitable during pregnancy?
MamaSkin rates the recorded formula for Anua Rice 7 Ceramide Hydrating Barrier Serum as Medium risk (57/100). Discuss the flagged ingredients with a qualified healthcare professional before using this formula during pregnancy.
Why this rating?
The recorded formula includes 2 ingredient entries with risk flags: Alpha-Arbutin (Medium risk), Arbutin (Medium risk). These are ingredient-level flags; they do not replace the stored product assessment or account for every formulation detail.
41 of 43 ingredient entries on this page have a recorded score, evidence summary and source text. 2 entries do not have all of those fields. Unmatched or unrated entries are marked Not assessed in grey; missing evidence does not establish safety.
How we assess productsIngredient breakdown
The recorded formula, with evidence behind each rating. Unmatched ingredients are marked Not assessed in grey.
Ingredient ratings and evidence
Higher-risk flags first. Open an ingredient for evidence.
Alpha-Arbutin
Medium risk
Alpha-arbutin is a skin-brightening ingredient that inhibits tyrosinase and can be viewed as a glycosylated hydroquinone. The central safety signal is potential hydroquinone release/contamination plus systemic exposure from dermal absorption and aggregate exposure across multiple product types. Pregnancy-specific human outcome data for topical cosmetic exposure are limited; the medium-risk signal is hydroquinone-related concern and uncertainty rather than a robust pregnancy-specific safety dataset.
Sources: SCCS/1642/22: Alpha-arbutin and beta-arbutin in cosmetics https://health.ec.europa.eu/publications/safety-alpha-arbutin-and-beta-arbutin-cosmetic-products_en
Arbutin
Medium risk
Arbutin (beta-arbutin) is a skin-brightening ingredient and a glycosylated hydroquinone. Key concerns are potential hydroquinone release/contamination, dermal absorption, and combined exposure when multiple hydroquinone-releasing substances are used across products. Pregnancy-specific human outcome data for topical cosmetic exposure are limited; the medium-risk signal is hydroquinone-related concern plus limited pregnancy-specific evidence.
Sources: SCCS/1642/22: Alpha-arbutin and beta-arbutin in cosmetics https://health.ec.europa.eu/publications/safety-alpha-arbutin-and-beta-arbutin-cosmetic-products_en
Defatted Rice Bran Extract
Not assessed
No matched ingredient rating is available yet. Not assessed does not mean safe or unsafe.
Defatted Rice Bran
Not assessed
No matched ingredient rating is available yet. Not assessed does not mean safe or unsafe.
Oryza Sativa Bran Water
No known risks
A botanical extract, plant water or plant juice used for conditioning, soothing or antioxidant support. Direct pregnancy studies of this exact cosmetic material were not identified, but no reproductive or developmental hazard was identified for normal topical exposure. Oral herbal or medicinal use is outside this classification.
Sources: European Commission CosIng ingredient inventory; CIR botanical safety framework and relevant plant-derived ingredient assessments; no ingredient-specific human pregnancy study of normal topical cosmetic use was identified.
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Dipropylene Glycol
No known risks
Dipropylene glycol is used as a solvent and carrier in cosmetics; topical exposure is low and it has no known pregnancy or breastfeeding concerns at cosmetic concentrations.
Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation
Glycerin
No known risks
Glycerin is a widely used humectant that supports hydration and the skin barrier, with a long safety record and no known pregnancy or breastfeeding concerns in topical cosmetic use.
Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation
Methylpropanediol
No known risks
Solvent and humectant used to improve texture and ingredient delivery in topical cosmetic formulas. Reviewed cosmetic ingredient references do not identify a pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern for normal topical use.
Sources: CIR cosmetic ingredient safety references for alkane diols; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
Water
No known risks
Water (Aqua) is the standard purified water used as a cosmetic solvent. It has no pregnancy-specific risk in normal topical use.
Sources: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Water, https://single-market-economy.ec.europa.eu/sectors/cosmetics/cosmetic-ingredient-database/cosing-glossary-ingredients_en
Butylene Glycol
No known risks
Solvent and humectant commonly used in leave-on products. Not associated with pregnancy-specific concerns at cosmetic exposure levels.
Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US); Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU)
Methyl Gluceth-10
No known risks
A cosmetic functional ingredient used for conditioning, texture or formula support. Available cosmetic-use information did not identify a reproductive or developmental hazard from normal topical exposure.
Sources: European Commission CosIng ingredient inventory; relevant CIR cosmetic safety assessments and peer-reviewed cosmetic-use literature.
Niacinamide
No known risks
Niacinamide (vitamin B3) is widely used for barrier support and tone/texture benefits, and is generally considered safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding when used topically at cosmetic concentrations.
Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation
1,2-Hexanediol
No known risks
1,2-Hexanediol is commonly used as a solvent and preservative booster; topical exposure is low and it has no known pregnancy or breastfeeding concerns at cosmetic concentrations, though very sensitive skin may occasionally react.
Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation
Panthenol
No known risks
Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) is used for soothing and barrier support and is generally well tolerated, with no known pregnancy or breastfeeding concerns in topical cosmetic use.
Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation
Hydroxyethyl Urea
No known risks
A humectant that helps skin and hair retain water. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that hydroxyethyl urea is safe in current cosmetic use when formulated to be non-irritating; reproductive and developmental data reviewed for the assessment did not identify a pregnancy-specific concern from normal topical exposure.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Hydroxyethyl Urea https://www.cir-safety.org/supplementaldoc/safety-assessment-hydroxyethyl-urea-used-cosmetics-0
Pentylene Glycol
No known risks
Humectant and preservative booster. Considered safe for cosmetic use with low systemic exposure.
Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US); Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU)
Sodium Polyacrylate
No known risks
Polymer used for texture and absorbency. Large-molecule ingredient with low systemic exposure.
Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US); Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU)
Oryza Sativa Extract
No known risks
A rice-derived extract or wax used for skin conditioning, absorbency or texture. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that the assessed Oryza sativa-derived ingredients are safe in current cosmetic practices. Rice allergy remains possible in a susceptible person.
Sources: CIR: Rice-derived ingredients conclusions, IJT 25(Suppl. 2), 2006; December 2025 Quick Reference Table https://cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/QRT-Update-Dec2025.pdf
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
No known risks
Common emollient derived from fatty acids and glycerin. Used to soften skin and improve texture without pregnancy-specific concerns.
Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US); Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU)
Carbomer
No known risks
Polymer thickener used to create gel textures. Large-molecule ingredient with negligible systemic absorption.
Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US); Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU)
Hydrogenated Lecithin
No known risks
Hydrogenated emulsifier used to support skin barrier feel. Not associated with pregnancy-specific concerns.
Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US)
Ethylhexylglycerin
No known risks
Preservative booster and skin-conditioning agent. Considered safe for cosmetic use with low systemic exposure when used as intended.
Sources: Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU); Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US)
Polyquaternium-51
No known risks
A large phosphorylcholine-containing conditioning polymer. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that acryloyloxyethyl phosphorylcholine polymers, including polyquaternium-51, are safe in current practices. Available testing did not indicate sensitisation, and dermal absorption of the finished polymer is expected to be limited.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Acryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Polymers as Used in Cosmetics https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/FR_AcryloyloxyethylPhosphorylcholinePolymers_062022.pdf
Adenosine
No known risks
Skin-conditioning ingredient commonly used in leave-on skincare. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support normal topical use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical signal identified in the material reviewed.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Adenosine Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
Allantoin
No known risks
Allantoin is a soothing skin protectant commonly used to help reduce irritation and support comfort, with no known pregnancy or breastfeeding concerns in topical cosmetic use.
Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation
Sodium Phytate
No known risks
Chelating agent used to improve formula stability. Used at low levels and not associated with pregnancy-specific concerns.
Sources: European cosmetics regulatory framework
Xanthan Gum
No known risks
Natural polysaccharide thickener used for stability and texture. Not associated with pregnancy-specific concerns.
Sources: European cosmetics regulatory framework
Ceramide NP
No known risks
Skin-identical barrier lipid used to support the stratum corneum and reduce dryness. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support normal topical use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical signal identified in the material reviewed.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Ceramides as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
Sodium Hyaluronate
No known risks
Sodium hyaluronate (hyaluronic acid salt) is used for hydration and cushioning, with very low systemic absorption from topical use and no known pregnancy or breastfeeding concerns at cosmetic concentrations.
Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation
Angelica Keiskei Extract
No known risks
No pregnancy-specific harm has been identified for ordinary, correctly formulated topical cosmetic use of angelica keiskei extract. This is a bounded botanical/extract assessment; direct pregnancy studies of the exact material are limited and oral, medicinal, damaged-skin or aerosol exposure is not included.
Corchorus Olitorius Leaf Extract
No known risks
corchorus olitorius leaf extract is a botanical-derived cosmetic conditioning ingredient. The reviewed identity is not a concentrated essential oil or an oral herbal preparation. Available cosmetic evidence and expected topical exposure did not identify a pregnancy-specific contraindication, although botanical irritation or allergy remains possible.
Sources: CIR ingredient-specific and botanical-family safety assessments; CIR Quick Reference Table https://www.cir-safety.org/supplementaldoc/quick-reference-table-december-2025; European Commission CosIng
Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract
No known risks
A Japanese-yam root extract used as a moisturising and skin-conditioning botanical. No pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific hazard was identified for normal topical cosmetic exposure. Direct ingredient-specific pregnancy studies were not identified, so this assessment does not extend to oral supplements or medicinal use.
Sources: European Commission CosIng ingredient inventory; Cosmetic Ingredient Review botanical safety-assessment framework and relevant ingredient-family assessments. No ingredient-specific human pregnancy study of normal topical cosmetic use was identified.
Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract
No known risks
A botanical extract or plant water used for conditioning, soothing or antioxidant support. Direct pregnancy studies of this exact cosmetic material were not identified, but no reproductive or developmental hazard was identified for normal topical exposure. Oral herbal or medicinal use is outside this classification.
Sources: European Commission CosIng; CIR botanical safety framework and relevant plant-family assessments; no ingredient-specific human pregnancy study of normal topical cosmetic use was identified.
Nelumbo Nucifera Root Extract
No known risks
nelumbo nucifera root extract is a botanical-derived cosmetic conditioning ingredient. The reviewed identity is not a concentrated essential oil or an oral herbal preparation. Available cosmetic evidence and expected topical exposure did not identify a pregnancy-specific contraindication, although botanical irritation or allergy remains possible.
Sources: CIR ingredient-specific and botanical-family safety assessments; CIR Quick Reference Table https://www.cir-safety.org/supplementaldoc/quick-reference-table-december-2025; European Commission CosIng
Beta-Glucan
No known risks
Film-forming polysaccharide used for soothing and hydration support. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support normal topical use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical signal identified in the material reviewed.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Microbial Polysaccharide Gums as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
Tocopherol
No known risks
Vitamin E antioxidant used to protect oils and support the skin barrier. Not associated with pregnancy-specific concerns at cosmetic exposure.
Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US); Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU)
Zinc Stearate
No known risks
A zinc salt of stearic acid used for slip, adhesion and texture, especially in makeup. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that zinc stearate is safe in current practices of use and concentration. Loose powders should still be used without deliberately inhaling airborne particles.
Sources: CIR: Amended Safety Assessment of Zinc Stearate as Used in Cosmetics https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/zincst032018FR.pdf
Oryza Sativa Bran
No known risks
Rice bran is a specifically assessed rice-derived cosmetic ingredient. The published amended review supports the named rice preparations at current uses. No pregnancy-specific harm has been identified from ordinary topical cosmetic exposure; direct human pregnancy studies are limited. This does not clear rice hull powder, every rice water or fermentation product, oral concentrates or raw material with uncontrolled impurities.
Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
No known risks
A mixture of smaller rice-protein peptides used for hair and skin conditioning. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that hydrolyzed rice protein is safe in current cosmetic practices. Protein sensitivity remains possible in susceptible people, but no pregnancy-specific concern was identified for normal topical exposure.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Plant-Derived Proteins and Peptides as Used in Cosmetics https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/plant-derived_proteins.pdf
Oryza Sativa Seed Protein
No known risks
oryza sativa seed protein is a cosmetic formulation, mineral, sugar-derived or organic-acid ingredient. Available identity, use and related safety evidence did not identify a pregnancy-specific concern for normal topical cosmetic exposure. Cosmetic-grade purity and ordinary irritation precautions remain applicable.
Sources: CIR ingredient and related-family safety assessments; CIR Quick Reference Table https://www.cir-safety.org/supplementaldoc/quick-reference-table-december-2025; European Commission CosIng
Honey Extract
No known risks
Honey or a honey-derived extract used as a humectant and skin-conditioning ingredient. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that the assessed honey-derived ingredients are safe in current practices of use and concentration. Allergy remains possible in a susceptible person.
Sources: CIR: December 2025 Quick Reference Table, Honey and Honey Extract conclusions, IJT 44(Suppl. 2), 2025 https://cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/QRT-Update-Dec2025.pdf
Hyaluronic Acid
No known risks
High-water-binding humectant used to support hydration at the skin surface. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support normal topical use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical signal identified in the material reviewed.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Hyaluronates as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
No known risks
Humectant and skin-conditioning ingredient in the hyaluronate family. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support current cosmetic use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical concern identified in the material reviewed.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Hyaluronates as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
Full recorded ingredient list
Oryza Sativa Bran Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Water, Butylene Glycol, Methyl Gluceth-10, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Oryza Sativa Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Carbomer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyquaternium-51, Adenosine, Allantoin, Sodium Phytate, Xanthan Gum, Ceramide NP, Sodium Hyaluronate, Alpha-Arbutin, Angelica Keiskei Extract, Corchorus Olitorius Leaf Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Root Extract, Beta-Glucan, Tocopherol, Defatted Rice Bran Extract, Arbutin, Zinc Stearate, Defatted Rice Bran, Oryza Sativa Bran, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Oryza Sativa Seed Protein, Honey Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Ingredient ratings refreshed 1 October 2026. Formulas vary by market and can change. Always compare with your packaging.
Questions about this assessment
Why does Anua Rice 7 Ceramide Hydrating Barrier Serum have a Medium risk rating?
The recorded formula includes 2 ingredient entries with risk flags: Alpha-Arbutin (Medium risk), Arbutin (Medium risk). These are ingredient-level flags; they do not replace the stored product assessment or account for every formulation detail. Incomplete ingredient documentation does not establish safety; see the coverage answer and grey entries below.
Does the niacinamide rating cover every ingredient in this product?
No. Niacinamide appears in the recorded formula, but its individual rating applies to that ingredient, not automatically to the whole product. Check the other ingredient ratings, any grey Not assessed entries and the stored product assessment. A niacinamide percentage or a product name is not a substitute for checking the full list.
Has every ingredient in Anua Rice 7 Ceramide Hydrating Barrier Serum been assessed?
41 of 43 ingredient entries on this page have a recorded score, evidence summary and source text. 2 entries do not have all of those fields. Unmatched or unrated entries are marked Not assessed in grey; missing evidence does not establish safety.
Does this assessment apply to my Anua Rice 7 Ceramide Hydrating Barrier Serum?
Only if the ingredient list on your packaging matches the recorded formula shown here. Formulas can differ by market and change over time. Compare the full list, not just the product name; report a mismatch if it differs.
Does this pregnancy assessment also establish breastfeeding suitability?
No. This page presents a pregnancy-focused product assessment. Do not infer a breastfeeding conclusion from its score or label; breastfeeding requires a separate assessment of the formula and how it is used.
