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%
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1)g when its concentration exceeds: - 0.001% in leave-on products- 0.01% in rinse-off products
CItronellol
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 Efficacy
pH Efficacy
5.4
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.4, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
Microbiome
Composition & Ethics
Product Details
Attributes
Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
25 natural 2 unknown 10 synthetic
Based on 37 ingredients analyzed. 68% natural, 5% unknown and 27% synthetic.
Preservatives1 preservative
FragranceContains added fragrance
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning - emollient8:Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Isostearyl Isostearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Octyldodecanol, Candelilla Cera/Candelilla Wax, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Caprylyl Glycol
type of chemical entity6:Silica, Tocopheryl Acetate, Geraniol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citric Acid
skin conditioning5:Isostearyl Isostearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Lecithin, Caprylyl Glycol
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Waxy, emollient stick or liquid — ranges from matte and dry to glossy and slippery
SpreadabilityNeeds warming
AbsorptionSlow
Tackiness / ResidueNoticeable
Finish:Variable — matte, dewy, or natural depending on formula
Pigment-rich and blendable — designed for buildable, even coverage. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.