Name: medicube Deep Vita A Retinol Serum
Brand: Medicube
SKU: 170169

medicube Deep Vita A Retinol Serum

APR Co., Ltd.

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

13

Why this score

IngredientsSeverity and exposure-weighted ingredient concerns
Not lab testedNo indexed lab report (-6)

What's inside

Linoleic Acid

High omega-6, oxidation instability, excessive intake associated with weight gain

Parfum

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, respiratory irritation, potential for phototoxicity

Tromethamine

Synthetic additive, possible allergic reactions, gastrointestinal discomfort, not studied for long-term food use, ultra-processed

Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol

Possible skin irritation, potential environmental persistence and bioaccumulation, not for ingestion

4-T-Butylcyclohexanol

Potential skin irritation, limited toxicity data, synthetic compound

Sucrose Palmitate

Potential to cause mild gastrointestinal discomfort in sensitive individuals, possible allergenicity, ultra-processed additive

Xanthan Gum

Minor gastrointestinal discomfort at high intake, rare allergic reactions

Disodium EDTA

Potential skin irritation and sensitization with topical use, environmental persistence, potential accumulation in organisms

PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24

Potential skin irritation or sensitization in sensitive individuals, concerns related to ethoxylated compounds may include trace amounts of residual ethylene oxide or 1,4-dioxane contaminants

Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate

Potential skin irritation or allergy in sensitive individuals, limited oral toxicity data, possible contaminants in synthetic processing

Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate

Potential aluminum accumulation concerns in excessive exposure, mild gastrointestinal discomfort, possible impact on mineral absorption in high amounts

Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate

Potential skin irritation, limited toxicity data, allergic reactions possible

Retinyl Retinoate

Skin irritation, photosensitivity, potential allergy, not for ingestion

Allantoin

Skin soothing, promotes wound healing, moisturizes skin, non-irritating

Biosaccharide Gum-1

Moisturizing, skin-soothing, film-forming properties

グリチルリチン酸2K (Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate)

Anti-inflammatory, skin-soothing, reduces redness, antioxidant

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

Moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant properties, promotes skin barrier health

Bakuchiol

Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, reduces signs of photoaging, gentler alternative to retinol

Retinyl Linoleate

Antioxidant, supports skin repair, anti-aging, improves skin texture and pigmentation

Silica

Prevents clumping and improves texture in powdered products

Dipropylene Glycol

Solvent and carrier that enhances ingredient delivery and formulation stability

1,2-Hexanediol

Humectant properties, antimicrobial preservative activity

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Emollient, enhances skin feel and smoothness, natural origin

Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate

Emulsifying agent, improves texture and stability in formulations

Dimethyl Isosorbide

Enhances dermal absorption of active ingredients, improves formulation stability

Pentylene Glycol

Humectant, solvent, enhances skin hydration and product texture

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Improved oxidative stability compared to regular lecithin, emulsifying properties, skin conditioning

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Emollient, skin-conditioning, enhances product texture and absorption

Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate

Reduces signs of aging, improves skin texture, less irritating than retinol

Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil

Source of polyunsaturated fatty acids, antioxidant content (vitamin E), skin conditioning properties in cosmetics

Adenosine

Plays a role in cellular energy transfer, promotes sleep and relaxation, therapeutic use in heart rhythm disorders

Retinol

Supports vision, immune function, cellular growth, skin health, antioxidant activity

Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate

Emulsifying agent enabling stable mixtures of oil and water, improves texture and application of formulations

Ceramide NP

Supports skin barrier function, may improve skin hydration

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

Emulsification and formulation stabilization, improves texture and spreadability in topical products

Hydrolyzed Collagen

Source of bioavailable peptides that may support skin, joint, and connective tissue health

Centella Asiatica Extract

Skin conditioning, antioxidant properties

Aqua

Widely used as a non-toxic solvent and carrier

Butylene Glycol

Improves texture and absorption of products, acts as a humectant to retain moisture

Glycerin

Humectant properties, moisture retention, solvent for active ingredients

Propanediol

Biobased solvent, humectant, enhances preservative efficacy, biodegradable, low toxicity

Niacinamide

Supports skin barrier integrity, improves skin appearance, essential nutrient

Squalane

Emollient moisturizing agent, improves skin hydration, enhances skin barrier function

Panthenol

Moisturizing, improves skin hydration and barrier function

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Improves product texture and stability

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Effective thickener and stabilizer, improves product texture and stability

Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate

Provides antioxidant protection, UV filtering properties that protect formulations from photo-degradation

Ethylhexylglycerin

Enhances preservative efficacy, deodorizing properties

Glyceryl Stearate Citrate

Emulsification, stabilizing oil-water mixtures, improving texture of formulations

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

Rich source of monounsaturated fats, antioxidant components such as vitamin E and polyphenols, supports skin barrier and moisturization

Retinal

Supports vision, aids in skin health, essential for cellular growth

Sodium Hyaluronate

Hydrates and moisturizes skin, supports tissue repair, enhances skin elasticity

Retinyl Palmitate

Supports skin cell turnover and collagen production

Cholesterol

Essential structural component of cell membranes, precursor for steroid hormones and bile acids

Beta-Glucan

Supports cholesterol reduction, promotes digestive health, modulates immune function

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Prevents oxidation and prolongs shelf life of products

Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate

Enhances product texture and stability, biodegradable, considered mild and non-toxic at typical use levels

Tocopherol

Antioxidant, protects lipids from oxidation, supports product stability

Mushroom Chitosan

Antimicrobial properties, potential cholesterol-lowering effects, biodegradable and sustainable source

Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) Citrate

Prevents photodegradation of formulations, enhances product stability and shelf life

Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil

Rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, may support heart health, anti-inflammatory properties, antioxidant content

Brassica Campestris Sterols

Cholesterol-lowering effect, promotes cardiovascular health, plant-based phytosterol source

Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract

Improved wound healing, antioxidant properties, anti-inflammatory effects, potential cognitive enhancement

Centella Asiatica Root Extract

Wound healing, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, improves collagen synthesis, supports skin repair

Product Details

Form Type

cream

pH

6.3

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