AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum by AXIS-Y
AXIS-Y

Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum

Serums

26/100
High risk

Pregnancy-focused rating

Higher-risk ingredients are flagged in this formula. Discuss alternatives with your healthcare professional.

25 of 25 ingredients rated

Is it suitable during pregnancy?

MamaSkin rates the recorded formula for AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum as High risk (26/100). This is not a pregnancy-safe recommendation. Discuss alternatives with a qualified healthcare professional.

Why this rating?

The recorded formula includes 1 ingredient entry with a risk flag: Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil (High risk). These are ingredient-level flags; they do not replace the stored product assessment or account for every formulation detail.

25 of 25 ingredient entries on this page have a recorded score, evidence summary and source text. That describes documentation coverage, not proof that the finished formula has been clinically tested during pregnancy.

How we assess products

Ingredient 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.

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil

High risk

Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf oil is a concentrated fragrance essential oil with chemotype-dependent constituents (often including camphor/1,8-cineole). Pregnancy-specific evidence for topical cosmetic exposure is limited, and camphor-rich oils are commonly advised to avoid in pregnancy; combined with irritation/sensitisation potential, this supports a precautionary high-risk classification—especially in leave-on products.

Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary)-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics https://cir-safety.org/supplementaldoc/safety-assessment-rosmarinus-officinalis-rosemary-derived-ingredients-used-cosmeti-0; Dosoky and Setzer 2021, Maternal Reproductive Toxicity of Some Essential Oils and Their Constituents https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33673548/

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

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

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

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

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Propanediol

No known risks

Solvent and humectant used to improve texture and ingredient solubility. Low systemic exposure expected from topical cosmetic use.

Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US); Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU)

Erythritol

No known risks

A sugar-derived humectant or starch hydrolysate used to retain moisture and support formula texture. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that the assessed saccharide humectants and hydrogenated starch hydrolysate are safe in current practices. Dermal absorption of larger carbohydrate materials is expected to be limited.

Sources: CIR: Saccharide Humectants safety assessment; Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate final report, September 2015; CIR December 2025 Quick Reference Table https://cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/QRT-Update-Dec2025.pdf

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)

Squalane

No known risks

Lightweight emollient used to support the skin barrier. Not associated with pregnancy-specific concerns at cosmetic exposure levels.

Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US); Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU)

Oryza Sativa Bran 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

Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract

No known risks

A flower extract used for skin conditioning and soothing. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that Calendula officinalis-derived ingredients, including the flower extract, are safe in current cosmetic practices of use and concentration. Available testing did not identify significant systemic, reproductive or developmental toxicity at cosmetic exposure, although botanical sensitivity remains possible. No pregnancy-specific topical contraindication was identified.

Sources: CIR: Amended Safety Assessment of Calendula officinalis-Derived Cosmetic Ingredients https://cir-reports.cir-safety.org/view-attachment/?id=a9ee6359-8e74-ec11-8943-0022482f06a6

Carica Papaya Fruit Extract

No known risks

A papaya fruit extract used for skin conditioning. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that Carica papaya fruit and fruit-derived ingredients are safe in current cosmetic practices; this conclusion does not extend to papaya leaf extract, for which the available evidence was insufficient. No pregnancy-specific concern was identified for normal topical cosmetic exposure.

Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Carica papaya-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics, final 2025 https://cir-reports.cir-safety.org/view-attachment/?id=3ca24ad2-9f93-1b6c-a453-2da467b3c7c2

Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract

No known risks

A sea buckthorn fruit extract used for skin conditioning and antioxidant support. Cosmetic safety assessments of Hippophae rhamnoides-derived ingredients support current cosmetic uses, and no pregnancy-specific signal was identified for normal topical exposure. Botanical allergy remains possible.

Sources: CIR: Hippophae Rhamnoides-derived ingredients, IJT 36(Suppl. 3), 2017; CIR December 2025 Quick Reference Table https://cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/QRT-Update-Dec2025.pdf

Malpighia Glabra Fruit Extract

No known risks

malpighia glabra fruit 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

Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate

No known risks

Polyglycerin fatty-acid ester used as an emulsifier and solubilizer. Reviewed cosmetic safety references do not identify a pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern for normal topical cosmetic use.

Sources: CIR cosmetic ingredient safety references for polyglyceryl fatty acid esters; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory

Chlorphenesin

No known risks

Preservative used to help protect formulas from microbial growth. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support present cosmetic use; no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical concern was identified in the material reviewed, although some users may still notice local irritation or sensitivity.

Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Chlorphenesin as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory

Arginine

No known risks

Amino acid used as a humectant, skin-conditioning agent, and pH-adjusting support ingredient. 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 α-Amino Acids as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory

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)

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)

Glutathione

No known risks

An antioxidant peptide naturally present in the body and used in topical products for skin conditioning and tone. Clinical studies and systematic reviews report generally good tolerance of topical glutathione, although evidence for cosmetic benefits remains limited. No pregnancy-specific topical signal was identified.

Sources: PubMed: Systematic Review of the Efficacy and Safety of Topical Glutathione in Dermatology https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41416233/; PubMed: topical oxidized glutathione clinical trial https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25378941/

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

Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin

No known risks

A plant-derived carbohydrate polymer or modified starch used to thicken, stabilise or condition a formula. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that the supported plant polysaccharide gums and derivatives are safe in current practices of use and concentration. Loose powders should still be used without deliberately inhaling airborne particles.

Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Plant Polysaccharide Gums as Used in Cosmetics https://www.cir-safety.org/panelbook/safety-assessment-plant-polysaccharide-gums-used-cosmetics

Disodium EDTA

No known risks

Disodium EDTA is a chelating agent used to improve formula stability and performance; it is considered low concern in topical cosmetic use, with no known pregnancy or breastfeeding risks at typical concentrations.

Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation

Hydroxyethylcellulose

No known risks

Cellulose-derived thickener used to build viscosity and improve texture. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support normal topical use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical signal identified in the material reviewed.

Sources: CIR Quick Reference Table / ingredient status (Hydroxyethylcellulose, Final Report 03/2009); 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

Full recorded ingredient list

Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Propanediol, Erythritol, Butylene Glycol, Squalane, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Malpighia Glabra Fruit Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Chlorphenesin, Arginine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Glutathione, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Allantoin, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil

Ingredient ratings refreshed 1 October 2026. Formulas vary by market and can change. Always compare with your packaging.

Questions about this assessment

Why does AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum have a High risk rating?

The recorded formula includes 1 ingredient entry with a risk flag: Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil (High risk). These are ingredient-level flags; they do not replace the stored product assessment or account for every formulation detail. The product score is a stored assessment, not a clinical safety guarantee.

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 AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum been assessed?

25 of 25 ingredient entries on this page have a recorded score, evidence summary and source text. That describes documentation coverage, not proof that the finished formula has been clinically tested during pregnancy.

Does this assessment apply to my AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow 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.