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.
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated as ‘Rose Flower Oil/Extract’ 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.
PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
Ci 77891Max 25.0%
Max concentration:25.0%
Product types:(a) face products in loose powder form(b) hair aerosol spray products(c) other products
Conditions:a) (b) Only in the pigmentary form(c) Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation
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
6.5
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 6.5, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 6.5, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Detected actives & ideal pH
NiacinamidepH 5–7
RetinolpH 5–6
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5
Microbiome
Composition & Ethics
Product Details
Attributes
Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Reef-SafeLikely
No reef-harmful ingredients detected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
42 natural 4 unknown 10 synthetic
Based on 56 ingredients analyzed. 75% natural, 7% unknown and 18% synthetic.
Preservatives1 preservative
Fragrance3 essential oils
Silicones1 silicone
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning16:Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Niacinamide, Maltodextrin, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Caprylyl Glycol, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Retinol, Lecithin... +8 more
type of chemical entity12:Silica, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Retinyl Palmitate, Citric Acid... +4 more
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Lightweight lotion or mousse — develops color over 4–8 hours
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Develops color over hours — initial finish is lightweight
Lightweight, develops color gradually. Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.