A'Pieu Lactobacillus Cream
Moisturizer

A'Pieu Lactobacillus Cream

Missha
51Ingredients
0EU Banned
2Caution
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Mod. Allergens3 fragrance allergens
69% Natural31% synthetic
Ingredient Analysis

Key Ingredients

Proven ActivesBeneficial ingredients with clinical evidence
Lactobacillus/​Soybean Ferment ExtractGOODBifida Ferment LysateMODERATELactobacillus Ferment (Natural Preservative)EXCELLENTLactococcus Ferment LysateMODERATEGlycerinEXCELLENTPropanediol (Humectant)EXCELLENT

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.

TromethamineMax 0.5%
Max concentration:0.5%
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:- Do not use with nitrosating systems- Minimum purity: 99% - Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% (applies to raw materials) - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 microgram/kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers
Pogostemon Cablin Oil
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
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 5.9 — Optimal
5.9
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 5.9
Active ingredients: Niacinamide
Niacinamide at pH 5.9: optimal range (5–7)
Detected actives & ideal pH
NiacinamidepH 5–7

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

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

Composition

69% natural31% synthetic
35 natural 16 synthetic

Based on 51 ingredients analyzed. 69% natural and 31% synthetic.

Fragrance2 essential oils
Silicones1 silicone
Humectants5 humectants

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning22:Lactobacillus/​Soybean Ferment Extract, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Vinyl Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Diisostearyl Malate, Pentylene Glycol... +14 more
skin conditioning - emollient6:Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Diisostearyl Malate, Behenyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
solvent5:Propanediol, 2-Hexanediol, Water, Caprylic/​Capric Triglyceride, Pentylene Glycol

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Lightweight gel-cream — fresh, water-like feel
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueNoticeable
Finish:Soft matte — natural-looking, shine-controlled

Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.