Medicube Kojic Acid Turmeric Vita Brightening Body Wash
Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“Gently exfoliates and calms breakout-prone skin.”
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: salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, Salicylic acidWorks well
“Gently exfoliates and calms breakout-prone skin.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide, salicylic acid. These ingredients is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, Kojic acid + 2 moreWorks well
“Combines Kojic Acid, Turmeric, and Niacinamide to visibly brighten dull skin or uneven areas.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: kojic acid, niacinamide, salicylic acid
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.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Niacinamide, Ascorbic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains 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.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Niacinamide, Glycerin + 2 moreWorks well
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, butylene glycol.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Kojic acid, Ascorbic acidWorks 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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~10–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateGlycerin~4.2–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinCoco-betaine~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineCocamide mipa~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Surfactant - foam booster, viscosity increasing agent - aqueous, emulsifying, emulsion stabilising, foam boosting, surfactant, and viscosity controlling. Comes from coconut acid. Doesn't appear to be a common irritant
More about Cocamide mipaNiacinamide~1.9–2.4%
- 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 NiacinamideC12-13 alketh-9~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium cocoamphodiacetate~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetateParfum~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium chloride~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Salicylic acid~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidCitric acid~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidEthylhexylglycerin~0.55–0.8%
Polyquaternium-10~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-10Sorbitol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolButylene glycol~0.5–0.7%
- 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 glycolPolyquaternium-7~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateZinc ricinoleate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Kojic acid~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps to reduce hyperpigmentation and neutralize free radicals. Can be irritating
More about Kojic acidTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateHexylene glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolPropanediol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolDiospyros kaki fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chloramine t~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium bicarbonate~0.45–0.65%
Ci 15985~0.3–0.5%
Ascorbic acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidCurcuma longa root extract~0.25–0.45%
- 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 extractSodium carbonate~0.25–0.5%
Parfum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGeraniol~0.15–0.3%
Citral~0.15–0.25%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.1–0.25%
Linalool~0.1–0.2%
Citronellol~0.1–0.15%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalFarnesol~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Glycerin, Coco-betaine, Cocamide mipa, Niacinamide, C12-13 alketh-9, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Parfum, Sodium chloride, Sodium benzoate, Salicylic acid, Citric acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyquaternium-10, Sorbitol, Butylene glycol, Polyquaternium-7, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Zinc ricinoleate, Kojic acid, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Hexylene glycol, Propanediol, Diospyros kaki fruit extract, Chloramine t, Sodium bicarbonate, Ci 15985, Ascorbic acid, Curcuma longa root extract, Sodium carbonate, Parfum, Limonene, Geraniol, Citral, Hexyl cinnamal, Linalool, Citronellol, Hydroxycitronellal, Farnesol
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| MedicubeKojic Acid Turmeric Vita Brightening Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | NécessaireThe Body Exfoliator - With Bamboo Charcoal | SweetSpot LabsBuff & Brighten Body Exfoliating Pads | SkinfixResurface+ AHA/BHA Enzyme Exfoliating Pads for Face and Targeted Body | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 84% | 81% | 81% |
| Price | — | $35.00 | — | $34.36 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 2 of 4 | 2 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Glycolic Acid | Glycolic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Medicube - Buy Medicube Kojic Acid Turmeric Vita Brightening Body Wash in Australia - Korean Skincare Online Store" is effective for: Exfoliation, Anti-aging, Anti-blemish, Moisturizing and Evens skin tone
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (1.90% - 2.40%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid). It can be an effective active for anti-aging and evening out the skin tone, but in this product it is used for stabilizing other ingredients in the formulation. In this concentration (0.25% - 0.50%) it cannot have a noticeable benefit for the skin.
- Salicylic acid (0.60% - 0.85%). This is an oil-soluble exfoliating acid. Because of this property, it can work inside pores and help reduce the congestion. It has an anti-inflammatory effect and is used to treat acne. Because it is a quite strong exfoliator, be careful with using this product too often: it could result in over-exfoliation.
- Humectants (glycerin 4.20% - 5.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 36.57A$ in Australia.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
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- 5Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
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