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Kojic Acid Turmeric Resurfacing Toner
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31 of 31 ingredients rated
Is it suitable during pregnancy?
MamaSkin rates the recorded formula for MediCube Kojic Acid Turmeric Resurfacing Toner as Low risk (78/100). Review the ingredient context and any manual-review explanation before deciding.
Why this rating?
The recorded formula includes 2 ingredient entries with risk flags: Glycolic Acid (Low risk), Kojic Acid (Low risk). These are ingredient-level flags; they do not replace the stored product assessment or account for every formulation detail.
31 of 31 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
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Glycolic Acid
Low risk
Alpha-hydroxy acid exfoliant. Listed by MotherToBaby as a common OTC topical acne ingredient used during pregnancy; when used as directed, OTC topical acne treatments are not expected to increase pregnancy complications. For consumer cosmetics, safety guidance commonly frames AHAs as safe at ≤10% (with appropriate pH and daily sun protection). Avoid high-strength/professional peels during pregnancy.
Sources: MotherToBaby: Topical acne treatments in pregnancy and breastfeeding https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK582985/
Kojic Acid
Low risk
Melanin-inhibiting compound used for pigmentation; topical concentrations ≤1% show minimal systemic absorption. No evidence of reproductive toxicity in humans; animal data limited but non-teratogenic at topical doses. Irritation possible at higher strengths, but no known pregnancy-specific risks.
Sources: SCCS/1637/21: Kojic acid in cosmetic products https://health.ec.europa.eu/publications/kojic-acid_en
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
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
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Curcuma Longa Root Extract
No known risks
Turmeric root extract is used for antioxidant and skin-conditioning effects. Pregnancy cautions relate mainly to concentrated oral supplements; normal topical cosmetic exposure is substantially smaller. The principal topical concern is irritation or allergy in sensitive users.
Sources: NIH NCCIH: Turmeric safety, including separate oral-supplement and topical cautions https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/turmeric; European Commission CosIng ingredient inventory.
Sodium Hydroxide
No known risks
pH adjuster used in very small quantities to balance formulations. Not associated with pregnancy-specific concerns.
Sources: Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU); European cosmetics regulatory framework
C12-14 Alketh-12
No known risks
A PEG, PPG or alkoxylated emulsifier or solubiliser used to stabilise a cosmetic formula. CIR assessments of related PEG/PPG materials support use in current cosmetic practices. No pregnancy-specific hazard signal was identified for normal topical exposure; cosmetic-grade manufacture should control ethylene oxide, propylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane residues.
Sources: CIR safety assessments of PEGs, PPGs, Alkyl PEG/PPG Ethers and PEG Fatty Acid Esters; FDA information on 1,4-dioxane in cosmetics https://www.fda.gov/cosmetics/potential-contaminants-cosmetics/14-dioxane-cosmetics; CIR December 2025 Quick Reference Table https://cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/QRT-Update-Dec2025.pdf.
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)
Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
No known risks
A fruit, seed or food-plant extract used for skin conditioning and antioxidant support. No pregnancy-specific signal was identified for the low topical exposure expected from a finished cosmetic. Direct pregnancy studies are generally unavailable, and botanical allergy remains possible.
Sources: European Commission CosIng ingredient inventory; CIR botanical safety framework and relevant fruit-derived ingredient assessments; peer-reviewed cosmetic and phytochemical literature for the named plants.
Dextrin
No known risks
Starch-derived polysaccharide used as a binder, film former and texture support ingredient. Reviewed cosmetic ingredient references do not identify a pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern for normal topical use.
Sources: CIR cosmetic ingredient safety references for polysaccharides/starch-derived ingredients; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
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
Monascus Extract
No known risks
No pregnancy-specific harm has been identified for ordinary, correctly formulated topical cosmetic use of monascus 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.
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
No known risks
Lavender oil is used in cosmetics mainly as a fragrance ingredient. For normal diluted topical cosmetic use, current evidence does not establish a pregnancy-specific concern. This assessment does not cover ingestion, concentrated essential-oil use, or aromatherapy-style exposure. The more relevant practical issues in skincare are irritation or sensitisation in some users, so within this methodology it remains in no known risks.
Sources: NCCIH: Lavender: Usefulness and Safety (2025); EMA HMPC: Lavandulae aetheroleum - herbal medicinal product; Bingham et al., Contact allergy and allergic contact dermatitis caused by lavender: A retrospective study from an Australian clinic (Contact Dermatitis, 2019).
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
No known risks
Bergamot essential oil used mainly for fragrance. No pregnancy-specific hazard is established for normal topical cosmetic exposure. Expressed bergamot oil can be phototoxic unless furocoumarins are controlled, so sun-exposed use should follow the finished product directions and applicable fragrance standards.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Citrus-Derived Peel Oils as Used in Cosmetics; IFRA Standard for phototoxicity of bergamot oil
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
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
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
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
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
No known risks
Modified hyaluronate humectant and skin-conditioning ingredient. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support topical hyaluronate ingredients, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern identified for normal cosmetic use.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Hyaluronates as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
No known risks
Cationic hyaluronate derivative used as a humectant and conditioning ingredient. Reviewed topical hyaluronate safety sources support cosmetic use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern identified.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Hyaluronates as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
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
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
No known risks
Crosslinked hyaluronate 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.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Hyaluronates as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
Potassium Hyaluronate
No known risks
Potassium hyaluronate is a salt of hyaluronic acid used as a surface humectant and skin conditioner. The Cosmetic Ingredient Review concluded that reviewed hyaluronates are safe in current cosmetic use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern identified for normal topical exposure.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Hyaluronates as Used in Cosmetics https://www.cir-safety.org/supplementaldoc/safety-assessment-hyaluronates-used-cosmetics
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
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
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
Hydrogenated Lecithin
No known risks
Hydrogenated emulsifier used to support skin barrier feel. Not associated with pregnancy-specific concerns.
Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US)
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
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)
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)
Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
No known risks
Magnolia bark extract may contain magnolol and honokiol. Developmental findings involve isolated honokiol delivered systemically at experimental doses and do not establish a hazard from the smaller, formulation-dependent exposure to a topical cosmetic extract.
Sources: PubMed: safety and toxicology review of magnolol and honokiol https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29925102/; PubMed: intravenous honokiol embryo-fetal study in rats https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26619782/; European Commission CosIng ingredient inventory.
Full recorded ingredient list
Water, Niacinamide, Glycolic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, C12-14 Alketh-12, Ethylhexylglycerin, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Dextrin, Adenosine, Monascus Extract, Kojic Acid, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Allantoin, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Potassium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Ceramide NP, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene Glycol, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
Ingredient ratings refreshed 1 October 2026. Formulas vary by market and can change. Always compare with your packaging.
Questions about this assessment
Why does MediCube Kojic Acid Turmeric Resurfacing Toner have a Low risk rating?
The recorded formula includes 2 ingredient entries with risk flags: Glycolic Acid (Low risk), Kojic 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.
Does this glycolic acid assessment also cover professional peels?
No. Glycolic Acid appears in this recorded cosmetic formula. The score does not establish suitability for a stronger peel, a different concentration or a professional treatment. Concentration, formulation and how a product is used matter; compare your packaging with this full ingredient list and read the recorded Glycolic Acid evidence below.
Has every ingredient in MediCube Kojic Acid Turmeric Resurfacing Toner been assessed?
31 of 31 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 MediCube Kojic Acid Turmeric Resurfacing 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.
