Red Clear Cica Body Scrub
Body Scrub

Red Clear Cica Body Scrub

Medicube
34Ingredients
0EU Banned
3Caution
0.2/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.2/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Mod. Allergens3 fragrance allergens
76% Natural24% synthetic

Contains Regulated Ingredients

EU Restricted Ingredients

These ingredients are permitted in the EU but subject to concentration limits, usage conditions, or mandatory labelling requirements under Annex III of the EU Cosmetics Regulation.

Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:Peroxide value less than 10 mmoles/L (15 )
Label warnings: (15 ) This limit applies to the substance and not to the finished cosmetic product.’
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated ‘Lavandula Oil/ Extract’ in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when the concentration of the substance or substances exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Salicylic AcidMax 3.0%
Max concentration:3.0%
Product types:(a) Rinse-off hair products(b) Other products except body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant(c) Body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant
Conditions:(a) (b) (c)Not to be used in preparations for children under 3 years of age. Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation. Not to be used in oral products. For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product.These levels are inclusive of any use of salicylic acid.
Label warnings: (a) (b) (c)Not to be used for children under 3 years of age** Solely for products which might be used for children under 3 years of age.
What does "EU Restricted" mean?

Restricted ingredients are not banned — they are allowed in cosmetic products as long as specific conditions are met:

  • Concentration limits — maximum allowed percentage in the final product
  • Product type restrictions — some ingredients are only allowed in rinse-off or leave-on products
  • pH restrictions — the finished product must stay within a specific pH range
  • Mandatory labelling — certain allergens must be listed on the packaging
  • Usage conditions — must not be combined with certain other ingredients

These limits are based on the EU CosIng database (Annex III) and are updated regularly. Products sold in the EU must comply with all applicable restrictions.

Ingredient Chemistry

pH

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 5.4 — Suboptimal
5.4
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 5.4
Active ingredients: Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid, Gluconolactone
Niacinamide at pH 5.4: optimal range (5–7)
Salicylic Acid at pH 5.4: likely ineffective — above 4.5
Gluconolactone at pH 5.4: likely ineffective — above 5
Salicylic Acid is at pH 5.4, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Gluconolactone is at pH 5.4, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3.5–4.5).
Detected actives & ideal pH
NiacinamidepH 5–7
Salicylic AcidpH 3–4
GluconolactonepH 3.5–4.5

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

76% natural24% synthetic
26 natural 8 synthetic

Based on 34 ingredients analyzed. 76% natural and 24% synthetic.

FragranceContains added fragrance

Functions Overview (15)

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Grainy paste or gel — physical exfoliants suspended in a creamy or oily base
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Soft, smooth skin — not tacky after proper absorption

Designed for broad application — spreads easily over large areas. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish. Noticeable cooling / tingling sensation upon application.