MEDICUBE Kojic Acid Turmeric Niacinamide Serum 30ml

Kojic acid and turmeric is an unusual pairing to build a serum around, and it is what separates this one from the dozens of niacinamide serums already on the shelf. The Medicube Niacinamide Serum in the Kojic Acid Turmeric format comes in a 30 ml bottle, with niacinamide sitting second on the list.

The three named ingredients sit high. Niacinamide is second, turmeric root extract sixth and kojic acid ninth, which is meaningful placement rather than a token inclusion at the bottom. Around them sit glycolic acid, squalane, panthenol, allantoin, adenosine, thioctic acid and tocopherol, plus a set of plant extracts including neem flower, holy basil and eclipta prostrata. The visible capsules suspended in the serum are the brand's delivery format.

This suits skin looking for a more even-looking tone. Because the formula contains glycolic acid, an AHA, pair it with daily sunscreen and introduce it gradually. The brand states the formula is vegan, cruelty-free and reef safe.

Features

●        30ml bottle with visible snowflake-like capsules suspended in the serum

●        Niacinamide listed second, immediately after water

●        Curcuma longa (turmeric) root extract sixth on the list

●        Kojic acid ninth on the list

●        Glycolic acid, an AHA, in the formula

●        Squalane, panthenol, allantoin and adenosine

●        Thioctic acid and tocopherol as antioxidants

●        Vegan, cruelty-free and reef safe, as stated by the brand

Concerns

●        The look of uneven tone and dark patches

●        A complexion that looks dull

●        Rough-looking surface texture

●        Wanting a serum with a less common active pairing

Suitable For

●        Normal, combination and oily skin

●        Evening use, building up gradually

●        Anyone comfortable with an AHA in their routine

●        Routines that include daily sunscreen

Made In

●        South Korea

●        Supports a brighter-looking, more even-toned complexion through three named actives

●        All three headline ingredients sit high on the list rather than near the bottom

●        Squalane, panthenol and allantoin keep the finish comfortable alongside the actives

●        The capsule format is the brand's approach to carrying the ingredients into the skin

●        Vegan and cruelty-free, which is uncommon for a serum at this active level

●        A 30ml bottle covers roughly two months of daily use

1.     Cleanse your face and apply your toner.

2.     Dispense a small amount of serum into clean hands.

3.     Spread it evenly over the face, avoiding the eye area.

4.     Pat gently until it has fully absorbed.

5.     Follow with your moisturizer.

6.     Start every second evening and gradually increase use as your skin adjusts. Also, apply sunscreen every morning.

Key Ingredients

Niacinamide: Listed second and supports a fresh-looking, even-looking complexion.

Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract: Listed sixth, included as an antioxidant and for a comfortable finish.

Kojic Acid: Listed ninth, a plant-derived ingredient used in tone-focused formulas.

Glycolic Acid: An AHA included for surface smoothing.

Squalane and Panthenol: Help the finish stay comfortable alongside the actives.

Ingredient Claims

●        Vegan

●        Cruelty-free

●        Reef safe

●        Contains glycolic acid, an AHA, so pair with daily sunscreen

●        Contains kojic acid

●        Contains chamaecyparis obtusa wood oil, which is naturally aromatic

●        Free of drying alcohols, parabens, silicones and sulfates

●        Patch test before first use if your skin reacts easily

Full Ingredients List

Water (Aqua), Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Jojoba Esters, 1,2-Hexanediol, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Caprylic/Capric/Succinic Triglyceride, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Kojic Acid, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Allantoin, Cetyl Alcohol, Silica Silylate, Sodium Citrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Adenosine, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Wood Oil, Behenyl Alcohol, Arginine, Citric Acid, Tocopherol, Panthenol, Squalane, Thioctic Acid, Glycolic Acid

MEDICUBE is a South Korean brand that positions itself between dermatology and everyday skincare, and it is widely known for its AGE-R home devices alongside its skincare lines. The range is organised by colour and concern, and the Kojic Acid Turmeric line is its tone-focused range, covering a serum, toner, cleanser and night wrapping mask. The brand publishes ingredient concentrations on its packaging. Medicube shoppers in Canada can find the range at C&C Canada.

●        MEDICUBE Kojic Acid Turmeric Niacinamide Serum

●        30ml

●        1 bottle