SkinMethod Your skin type
Medicube

Kojic Acid Turmeric Niacinamide Serum

Serum

How well does this match your skin?Answer five quick questions to see your match.

3 of 32 ingredients flagged

Fragrance allergen
Chamaecyparis Obtusa Wood Oil
Essential oil
Chamaecyparis Obtusa Wood Oil
Potential irritant
Kojic Acid, Glycolic Acid
Strong active
Glycolic Acid

Key ingredientsNiacinamide, Kojic Acid, Panthenol (B5), Squalane, Glycolic Acid

Ingredients

In label order. Tap one to learn what it does.

  1. 1Water (Aqua)

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  2. 2Niacinamide

    Vitamin B3. Balances oil, refines pores, fades marks and strengthens the barrier. A true all-rounder.

  3. 3Butylene Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  4. 4Jojoba Esters
  5. 51,2-Hexanediol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  6. 6Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  7. 7Caprylic/Capric/Succinic Triglyceride
  8. 8Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

    Softens and smooths with a lightweight feel.

  9. 9Kojic AcidPotential irritant

    Brightening ingredient from fungi. Fades spots, can irritate some skin.

  10. 10Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer

    Gives the product its texture.

  11. 11Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
  12. 12Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  13. 13Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  14. 14Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  15. 15Eclipta Prostrata Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  16. 16Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  17. 17Allantoin

    Soothes, softens and supports healing.

  18. 18Cetyl Alcohol

    A waxy, moisturizing "good alcohol". Not drying at all.

  19. 19Silica Silylate
  20. 20Sodium Citrate

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  21. 21Ethylhexylglycerin

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  22. 22Corallina Officinalis Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  23. 23Adenosine

    Smooths the look of wrinkles and calms skin.

  24. 24Chamaecyparis Obtusa Wood OilEssential oilFragrance allergen

    Concentrated plant scent. Smells lovely, but a common trigger for sensitive skin.

  25. 25Behenyl Alcohol

    A waxy, moisturizing "good alcohol". Not drying at all.

  26. 26Arginine

    Building blocks of your natural moisturizing factor.

  27. 27Citric Acid

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  28. 28Tocopherol

    Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.

  29. 29Panthenol

    Pro-vitamin B5. Hydrates, soothes and helps skin repair.

  30. 30Squalane

    Lightweight, skin-identical oil that softens without feeling greasy.

  31. 31Thioctic Acid
  32. 32Glycolic AcidStrong activePotential irritant

    The smallest AHA. Dissolves dead skin for smoother, brighter skin. Can sting sensitive skin.