This is one of the more active toners on the market, and the ingredient ordering tells you so. The Medicube Kojic Acid Turmeric Resurfacing Toner lists niacinamide second and glycolic acid third, immediately after water, which is unusually high for an AHA in a daily toner.
Around them sit turmeric root extract, kojic acid, monascus extract and Gardenia florida fruit extract, with allantoin, panthenol and Ceramide NP helping keep skin comfortable and eight hyaluronic acid forms supporting hydration. The nozzle applicator is a practical detail: it lets you target specific areas rather than sweeping the whole face, which matters for a formula this active. Medicube positions it for face and body, including underarms, elbows and knees.
This suits normal, combination and oily skin. Because glycolic acid sits third, introduce it gradually, pair it with daily sunscreen, and do not start it on the same day as the matching serum. The formula also contains lavender and bergamot oils.
Features
● 250ml bottle with a nozzle applicator for targeted use
● Niacinamide listed second, immediately after water
● Glycolic acid listed third, unusually high for a daily toner
● Turmeric root extract, kojic acid and monascus extract
● Allantoin, panthenol and Ceramide NP for a comfortable finish
● Eight forms of hyaluronic acid in the formula
● Formulated for face and body use
● Contains lavender oil and bergamot fruit oil, which are naturally aromatic
Concerns
● The look of uneven tone on the face or body
● Rough-looking patches on elbows, knees and underarms
● A complexion that looks dull
● Wanting a toner that does more than prep the skin
Suitable For
● Normal, combination and oily skin
● Face and body, including underarms, elbows and knees
● Evening use, building up gradually
● Routines that include daily sunscreen
Made In
● South Korea