Original Stubble Moisturiser
Moisturizer
Updated 10 Dec 2025

Original Stubble Moisturiser

Bulldog
21Ingredients
0EU Banned
11Caution
0.6/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.6/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Mod. Allergens5 fragrance allergens
52% Natural38% 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.

PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
Benzoic AcidMax a) 2.5% (acid) | b) 1.7% (acid) | c) 0.5% (acid)
Max concentration:a) 2.5% (acid) | b) 1.7% (acid) | c) 0.5% (acid)
Product types:a) Rinse-off products, except oral care products | b) Oral care products | c) Leave-on products
Dehydroacetic AcidMax 0.6% (as acid)
Max concentration:0.6% (as acid)
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 5.8 — Ineffective
5.8
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 5.8
Active ingredients: Glycolic Acid
Glycolic Acid at pH 5.8: likely ineffective — above 4.5
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.8, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4

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

52% natural38% synthetic
11 natural 2 unknown 8 synthetic

Based on 21 ingredients analyzed. 52% natural, 10% unknown and 38% synthetic.

Preservatives4 preservatives
FragranceContains added fragrance
Humectants1 humectant

Functions Overview (15)

fragrance5:Benzoic Acid, Parfum (Fragrance)*, Limonene, Linalool, Sodium Benzoate
type of chemical entity5:Dehydroacetic Acid, Geraniol, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide
skin conditioning4:Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sodium Polyacrylate, Camelina Sativa Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Lightweight gel-cream — fresh, water-like feel
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow

Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.