BYOMA
BYOMA Balancing Face Mist
Low risk79/100
BYOMA
Brightening Toner
Toners
Some ingredients carry a low-risk flag. Read the formulation context before deciding.
19 of 19 ingredients rated
Is it suitable during pregnancy?
MamaSkin rates the recorded formula for BYOMA Brightening Toner as Low risk (77/100). Review the ingredient context and any manual-review explanation before deciding.
Why this rating?
The recorded formula includes 3 ingredient entries with risk flags: Salix Alba Bark Extract (Low risk), Lactic Acid (Low risk), Mandelic Acid (Low risk). These are ingredient-level flags; they do not replace the stored product assessment or account for every formulation detail.
19 of 19 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 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.
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Low risk
Willow bark is a salicin-containing botanical material. Its composition and delivered salicylate exposure vary by species, plant part, extraction method and concentration, so a cosmetic extract should not be treated as dose-equivalent to a stated concentration of salicylic acid. MamaSkin retains Low Risk as a conservative family policy for ordinary topical cosmetic use; this does not cover oral willow-bark medicines, concentrated preparations, large-area use or salicylate allergy.
Sources: EMA/HMPC: Salicis cortex assessment and monograph materials https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/medicines/herbal/salicis-cortex; CIR 2026 review materials for Salix alba-derived cosmetic ingredients https://www.cir-safety.org/panelbook/safety-assessment-salix-alba-willow-derived-ingredients-used-cosmetics
Lactic Acid
Low risk
Endogenous alpha-hydroxy acid and humectant; at modest cosmetic concentrations (≈5% and below, and generally <10%) topical lactic acid is considered compatible with pregnancy. Main risks are local irritation and increased photosensitivity rather than systemic toxicity or fetal effects.
Sources: MotherToBaby: Topical acne treatments in pregnancy and breastfeeding https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK582985/
Mandelic Acid
Low risk
Aromatic alpha-hydroxy acid with larger molecular size than glycolic; penetrates more slowly and is less irritating. Topical use in cosmetic-strength peels and serums is generally regarded as low risk in pregnancy, with irritation and photosensitivity as the main concerns when overused.
Sources: MotherToBaby: Topical acne treatments in pregnancy and breastfeeding https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK582985/
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
Sodium Lactate
No known risks
Humectant and buffer that also forms part of the skin's natural moisturising factor. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support topical cosmetic use; irritation and sun-sensitivity considerations relate more to formula context than to pregnancy-specific risk.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Alpha Hydroxy Acids as Used in Cosmetics; CIR: PCA and Its Salts as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
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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
Diglycerin
No known risks
A glycerin dimer used to attract moisture and improve skin feel. Cosmetic safety reviewers assessed diglycerin with related polyglycerins and concluded that they are safe in current practices of use and concentration. No pregnancy-specific concern was identified for normal topical cosmetic exposure.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Diglycerin and Polyglycerins as Used in Cosmetics https://www.cir-safety.org/panelbook/safety-assessment-diglycerin-and-polyglycerin-3-6-and-10-used-cosmetics
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
Urea
No known risks
A naturally occurring component of skin moisturizing factors, used in cosmetics as a humectant and at higher concentrations as a keratolytic. Ordinary cosmetic use does not identify a pregnancy-specific concern. Higher-strength products may sting or irritate damaged skin. Urea itself is distinct from formaldehyde-releasing preservatives such as imidazolidinyl urea and diazolidinyl urea.
Sources: CIR ingredient record: Urea https://cir-safety.org/ingredient/urea; EU CosIng cosmetic ingredient inventory: Urea
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)
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)
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
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
Betula Alba Juice
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.
Benzaldehyde
No known risks
A fragrance or aroma material used at low concentrations in finished cosmetics. Irritation or contact sensitisation can occur in susceptible users, but no reproductive or developmental hazard was identified for normal topical cosmetic exposure.
Sources: EU SCCS: Opinion on fragrance allergens in cosmetic products (SCCS/1459/11); IFRA/RIFM fragrance-safety resources; European Commission CosIng ingredient inventory.
Benzoic Acid
No known risks
Preservative acid used to help control microbial growth and support formula stability. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support current cosmetic use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical concern identified in the material reviewed; some users may still notice local irritation or stinging, especially on compromised skin.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Benzoic Acid and Sodium Benzoate as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
Sphingolipids
No known risks
A family of long-chain skin lipids used to condition skin and support barrier formulations. Related sphingolipids and ceramide components occur naturally in human skin. Systemic exposure from topical cosmetic use is expected to be low, and no pregnancy-specific hazard signal was identified. Source purity and local tolerability remain relevant.
Sources: CIR assessments of Ceramides and related skin lipids; European Commission CosIng ingredient inventory; peer-reviewed dermatology literature on topical sphingolipids and skin-barrier function.
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
Full recorded ingredient list
Water, Sodium Lactate, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Lactic Acid, Diglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Urea, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Sodium Phytate, Betula Alba Juice, Mandelic Acid, Benzaldehyde, Benzoic Acid, Sphingolipids, Ceramide NP
Ingredient ratings refreshed 1 October 2026. Formulas vary by market and can change. Always compare with your packaging.
Questions about this assessment
Why does BYOMA Brightening Toner have a Low risk rating?
The recorded formula includes 3 ingredient entries with risk flags: Salix Alba Bark Extract (Low risk), Lactic Acid (Low risk), Mandelic Acid (Low 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.
Has every ingredient in BYOMA Brightening Toner been assessed?
19 of 19 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 BYOMA Brightening Toner?
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.
