yumu Facial Gel Cleanser is a cleanser with 49 ingredients. It is rated "use caution" in pregnancy because it contains Salicylic Acid, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid; Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil. Common allergens: essential oils, niacinamide.
Sensitive skin: essential oils, niacinamide Why?
- essential oils: Plant oils such as tea tree, lavender, citrus peel, and peppermint. Natural, but a common cause of irritation and allergies, especially on sensitive or broken skin.
- 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 cleanser washes away dirt, oil, sunscreen, and makeup.
Based on its ingredients, it's made to:
Helps with pimples and clogged pores
Ingredients used to clear breakouts and keep pores from clogging.
From Salicylic Acid (no. 13), Capryloyl Salicylic Acid (no. 30)
Exfoliates
Loosens dead skin cells so skin looks smoother and brighter. Use it a few times a week, not every day, if your skin is sensitive.
From Salicylic Acid (no. 13), Gluconolactone (no. 27), Lactic Acid (no. 29), Capryloyl Salicylic Acid (no. 30)
Evens out skin tone
Used to fade dark spots and marks and even out skin tone over time.
From Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Water (no. 7), Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract (no. 8), Niacinamide (no. 24), Ascorbic Acid (no. 28)
Hydrates
Draws water into the skin, so it feels plumper and less tight.
From Glycerin (no. 5), Sodium Hyaluronate (no. 15), Hyaluronic Acid (no. 16), Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid (no. 17)
Supports the skin barrier
Helps skin hold on to moisture and protect itself, which matters most for dry or irritated skin.
From Ceramide NP (no. 14)
Worked out from the ingredient list. Labels don't show amounts, so how well it works depends on the formula and your skin.
Is yumu Facial Gel Cleanser safe to use during pregnancy?
Jouaxia rates yumu Facial Gel Cleanser "Use caution" for pregnancy because it contains Salicylic Acid, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid. Salicylic acid / BHA: ACOG says over-the-counter salicylic acid products may be used if needed, but absorption rises with frequent use or large areas; avoid high-strength peels (MotherToBaby/ACOG, Bozzo et al. 2011). Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil. Essential oil often flagged in pregnancy: NHS maternity guidance says not to use clary sage before 37 weeks, and European regulators say not to use rosemary oil medicines in pregnancy. That advice isn't about the small amounts in skincare, and evidence of harm is limited. This is general information, not medical advice. Check with your OB-GYN or dermatologist.
Does yumu Facial Gel Cleanser contain fragrance or other common allergens?
Yes. yumu Facial Gel Cleanser contains essential oils, 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)
Use with care
- Acne treatment (Salicylic Acid, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid): Benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, and adapalene treat acne well, but for children under 12 it's best to check with a doctor first, and to start gently.
- Exfoliating acid (AHA) (Lactic Acid): Glycolic, lactic, and mandelic acids can irritate young skin, and children rarely need them. We can't see the strength, so low amounts are flagged too.
- Vitamin C active (Ascorbic Acid): Dermatologists say children don't need vitamin C serums and that they can cause redness, burning, or peeling on young skin (American Academy of Dermatology, American Academy of Pediatrics). We can't see the strength, so low amounts are flagged too.
- Fragrance or essential oils (Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil): Children's skin reacts to fragrance and essential oils more easily; fragrance-free products are the usual advice for kids, especially with eczema or sensitive skin.
Teens (ages 12–17)
Use with care
- Exfoliating acid (AHA) (Lactic Acid): Glycolic, lactic, and mandelic acids can irritate, especially alongside acne treatments. Fine for some teens, used a few times a week.
- Essential oils (Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil): A known cause of allergic skin reactions, such as to lavender and tea tree oils.
Helps with acne: Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid.
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 yumu Facial Gel Cleanser?
49 ingredients. The ones we flag come first, with their place on the label. Select an ingredient to see what it does.
Salicylic Acid no. 13 on the label
Use caution in pregnancy: Salicylic acid / BHA. ACOG says over-the-counter salicylic acid products may be used if needed, but absorption rises with frequent use or large areas; avoid high-strength peels (MotherToBaby/ACOG, Bozzo et al. 2011).
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid no. 30 on the label
Use caution in pregnancy: Salicylic acid / BHA. ACOG says over-the-counter salicylic acid products may be used if needed, but absorption rises with frequent use or large areas; avoid high-strength peels (MotherToBaby/ACOG, Bozzo et al. 2011).
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil no. 36 on the label
Use caution in pregnancy: Essential oil often flagged in pregnancy. NHS maternity guidance says not to use clary sage before 37 weeks, and European regulators say not to use rosemary oil medicines in pregnancy. That advice isn't about the small amounts in skincare, and evidence of harm is limited.
Niacinamide no. 24 on the label
Sensitive skin: niacinamide.
Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil no. 31 on the label
Sensitive skin: essential oils.
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil no. 32 on the label
Sensitive skin: essential oils.
Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil no. 34 on the label
Sensitive skin: essential oils.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil no. 37 on the label
Sensitive skin: essential oils.
41 other ingredients: nothing flaggedShow
- 1.Water
- 2.Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
- 3.Lauryl Betaine
- 4.Acrylates Copolymer
- 5.Glycerin
- 6.Sodium Chloride
- 7.Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Water
- 8.Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
- 9.Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract
- 10.Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
- 11.Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract
- 12.Pueraria Lobata Root Extract
- 14.Ceramide NP
- 15.Sodium Hyaluronate
- 16.Hyaluronic Acid
- 17.Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
- 18.Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
- 19.Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
- 20.Potassium Hyaluronate
- 21.Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
- 22.Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
- 23.Panthenol
- 25.Lactobacillus/Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Ferment Filtrate
- 26.Allantoin
- 27.Gluconolactone
- 28.Ascorbic Acid
- 29.Lactic Acid
- 33.Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
- 35.Ferula Galbaniflua (Galbanum) Resin Oil
- 38.Chamaecyparis Obtusa Oil
- 39.Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
- 40.Centella Asiatica Leaf/Stem Powder
- 41.1,2-Hexanediol
- 42.Ethylhexylglycerin
- 43.Tromethamine
- 44.Butylene Glycol
- 45.Pentylene Glycol
- 46.Propanediol
- 47.Glycolipids
- 48.Disodium EDTA
- 49.Benzyl Glycol
Ingredient list from YesStyle. Formulas change, so check the packaging of the product you buy.