Medicube Kojic Acid Turmeric Resurfacing Toner
Works for
ExfoliationGlycolic acidWorks well
“Soothes irritation and exfoliates to reveal a radiant glow.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Niacinamide, Ceramide np + 12 moreWorks well
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: ceramide np.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, niacinamide
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Kojic acid, AdenosineWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (kojic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-agingSide benefit · Niacinamide, Glycolic acid + 2 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, glycolic acid, niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Niacinamide, Glycolic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycolic acid
Evens skin toneSide benefit · Niacinamide, Glycolic acid + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid, kojic acid, niacinamide
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Gardenia florida fruit extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Niacinamide~4.4–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideGlycolic acid~3.3–5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidWater~2.3–3.5%
1,2-hexanediol~0.6–1.35%
Water~1.4–2%
Curcuma longa root extract~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extract1,2-hexanediol~0.35–0.8%
Sodium hydroxide~0.6–1.35%
Water~0.4–0.95%
C12-14 alketh-12~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.7%
Gardenia florida fruit extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating.
More about Gardenia florida fruit extractDextrin~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinAdenosine~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineMonascus extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A yeast extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Monascus extractDextrin~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinKojic acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps to reduce hyperpigmentation and neutralize free radicals. Can be irritating
More about Kojic acidLavandula angustifolia oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilAllantoin panthenol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidSodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateHydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hyaluronic acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidSodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerPotassium hyaluronate~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.2%
Water~0.05–0.25%
Ceramide np~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npHydrogenated lecithin~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinGlycerin~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglyceride1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.1%
Water~0.01–0.05%
Butylene glycol~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolMagnolia officinalis bark extract~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Niacinamide, Glycolic acid, Water, 1,2-hexanediol, Water, Curcuma longa root extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium hydroxide, Water, C12-14 alketh-12, Ethylhexylglycerin, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Dextrin, Adenosine, Monascus extract, Dextrin, 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, 1,2-hexanediol, Water, Ceramide np, Hydrogenated lecithin, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, 1,2-hexanediol, Water, Butylene glycol, Magnolia officinalis bark extract
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| MedicubeKojic Acid Turmeric Resurfacing TonerYOUR PRODUCT | APRIL SKINTXA+Niacinamide 99 Pink Milky Toner | AXISDark Spot Correcting Glow Toner | TOSOWOONGCeramide Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 88% | 88% | 87% |
| Price | — | $10.00 | $14.03 | $20.90 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 10 of 12 | 10 of 12 | 10 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Alpha-Arbutin | Dipeptide-4 | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Medicube - Buy Medicube Kojic Acid Turmeric Resurfacing Toner in Australia - Korean Skincare Online" is effective for: Moisturizing, Exfoliation, Anti-aging, Anti-blemish and Evens skin tone
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (4.40% - 6.50%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- This product contains acids (glycolic acid 3.30% - 5.00%). Their concentration is low, and they will not have a strong exfoliating effect. Instead, they work to support the skin natural acid mantle and to attract water (as humectants).
- Ceramides (ceramide np 0.10% - 0.40%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
- Adenosine 0.10% - 0.35%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
- Humectants (glycerin 0.05% - 0.25%, sodium acetylated hyaluronate 0.05% - 0.25%, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid 0.05% - 0.20% and sodium hyaluronate 0.05% - 0.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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