TonyMoly Gimiya Whitening Cream is a moisturizer with 71 ingredients. It is rated "use caution" in pregnancy because it contains Arbutin, Alpha-Arbutin. Common allergens: niacinamide.
Sensitive skin: niacinamide Why?
- niacinamide: A popular, well-tolerated ingredient that can cause redness or flushing for a few people, especially at high strengths.
These flags don't affect the pregnancy rating. They point out the ingredients most likely to make skincare sting, itch, or cause a rash. If your skin is sensitive, or one of them has bothered you before, you may want to skip the product or patch-test it first. Most people use them without a problem.
How we flag ingredientsWhat does it do?
A moisturizer keeps skin hydrated and soft.
Based on its ingredients, it's made to:
Evens out skin tone
Used to fade dark spots and marks and even out skin tone over time.
From Niacinamide (no. 4), Arbutin (no. 7), Tranexamic Acid (no. 70), Alpha-Arbutin (no. 71)
Targets fine lines and firmness
Ingredients used for fine lines, firmness, and smoother texture.
From Adenosine (no. 32)
Hydrates
Draws water into the skin, so it feels plumper and less tight.
From Glycerin (no. 2)
Supports the skin barrier
Helps skin hold on to moisture and protect itself, which matters most for dry or irritated skin.
From Niacinamide (no. 4), Ceramide NP (no. 59)
Calms and soothes
Ingredients used to calm redness and irritation.
From Bisabolol (no. 13), Centella Asiatica Extract (no. 46), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract (no. 61)
Worked out from the ingredient list. Labels don't show amounts, so how well it works depends on the formula and your skin.
Is TonyMoly Gimiya Whitening Cream safe to use during pregnancy?
Jouaxia rates TonyMoly Gimiya Whitening Cream "Use caution" for pregnancy because it contains Arbutin, Alpha-Arbutin. Arbutin (releases hydroquinone in skin): Can release small amounts of hydroquinone on the skin, and there's no human pregnancy data, so a 2022 review makes no recommendation yet (Putra et al. 2022, SCCS 2023). This is general information, not medical advice. Check with your OB-GYN or dermatologist.
Does TonyMoly Gimiya Whitening Cream contain fragrance or other common allergens?
Yes. TonyMoly Gimiya Whitening Cream contains niacinamide, which can bother sensitive skin. This doesn't affect its pregnancy rating, and most people use these ingredients without a problem; if your skin is sensitive or you've reacted to one before, patch-test it first or look for an alternative.
Is it OK for kids and teens?
Kids (ages 3–11)
Gentle for kids
No ingredients we flag for children: no anti-aging actives, strong acids, fragrance, or essential oils.
Teens (ages 12–17)
Teen-friendly
No ingredients we flag for teens. Acne treatments like benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid are fine.
Helps with acne: Niacinamide.
General guidance from the ingredient list, not medical advice. For babies under 3, or skin problems that don't get better, ask a doctor. How we rate for kids and teens · Skincare for teens
What are the ingredients in TonyMoly Gimiya Whitening Cream?
71 ingredients. The ones we flag come first, with their place on the label. Select an ingredient to see what it does.
Arbutin no. 7 on the label
Use caution in pregnancy: Arbutin (releases hydroquinone in skin). Can release small amounts of hydroquinone on the skin, and there's no human pregnancy data, so a 2022 review makes no recommendation yet (Putra et al. 2022, SCCS 2023).
Alpha-Arbutin no. 71 on the label
Use caution in pregnancy: Arbutin (releases hydroquinone in skin). Can release small amounts of hydroquinone on the skin, and there's no human pregnancy data, so a 2022 review makes no recommendation yet (Putra et al. 2022, SCCS 2023).
Niacinamide no. 4 on the label
Sensitive skin: niacinamide.
68 other ingredients: nothing flaggedShow
- 1.Water
- 2.Glycerin
- 3.Dipropylene Glycol
- 5.Phenyl Trimethicone
- 6.Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- 8.Cetearyl Alcohol
- 9.Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
- 10.Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate
- 11.Butylene Glycol
- 12.Glyceryl Stearates
- 13.Bisabolol
- 14.Stearyl Alcohol
- 15.Cetearyl Olivate
- 16.Sorbitan Olivate
- 17.Vinyl Dimethicone
- 18.Cetyl Alcohol
- 19.Hydroxyacetophenone
- 20.Squalane
- 21.Sodium Polyacrylate
- 22.Ethylhexyl Stearate
- 23.Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
- 24.Carbomer
- 25.Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
- 26.Tromethamine
- 27.Ethylhexylglycerin
- 28.Xanthan Gum
- 29.Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
- 30.Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate
- 31.1,2-Hexanediol
- 32.Adenosine
- 33.Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine
- 34.Hydrogenated Lecithin
- 35.Pyrus Communis (Pear) Fruit Extract
- 36.v
- 37.Disodium EDTA
- 38.Trideceth-6
- 39.Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
- 40.Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
- 41.Rosa Damascena Flower Water
- 42.Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil
- 43.Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
- 44.Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Oil
- 45.Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
- 46.Centella Asiatica Extract
- 47.Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract
- 48.Palmitic Acid
- 49.Iris Florentina Root Extract
- 50.Sorbitan Isostearate
- 51.Polysorbate 60
- 52.Stearic Acid
- 53.Cucumis Melo (Melon) Fruit Extract
- 54.Arctium Lappa Root Extract
- 55.Phellinus Linteus Extract
- 56.Hedera Helix (Ivy) Leaf/Stem Extract
- 57.Portulaca Oleracea Extract
- 58.Prunus Persica (Peach) Fruit Extract
- 59.Ceramide NP
- 60.Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Extract
- 61.Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
- 62.Vitex Agnus-Castus Extract
- 63.Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
- 64.Cystoseira Tamariscifolia Extract
- 65.Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
- 66.Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- 67.Corallina Officinalis Extract
- 68.Polyquaternium-51
- 69.Thioctic Acid
- 70.Tranexamic Acid
Ingredient list from YesStyle. Formulas change, so check the packaging of the product you buy.