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.
Eugenia Caryophyllus Bud Extract
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated as ‘Eugenia Caryophyllus Oil’ in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when the concentration of the substance or substances exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Sodium BenzoateMax 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
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
6.3
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 6.3, 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
Reef-SafeNot compliant
Contains Homosalate
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
27 natural 1 unknown 12 synthetic
Based on 40 ingredients analyzed. 68% natural, 3% unknown and 29% synthetic.
UV filters1 filter
TypeChemical
Preservatives1 preservative
Silicones2 silicones
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning12:Butyloctyl Salicylate, Beta-Glucan, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Caprylyl Glycol, Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide, Hydrogenated Lecithin... +4 more
surfactant - emulsifying6:Cholesterol, Dextrin Palmitate, Oleic Acid, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Lecithin, Palmitic Acid
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Light silky liquid that dries down to a smooth, non-greasy finish
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Soft matte — natural-looking, shine-controlled
Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish. Powder-like dry finish typical of "soft focus" pore-blurring primers.