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.
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
*Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
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.
*Pelargonium Graveolens (Rose Geranium) Leaf Oil
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
5.8
0Neutral 714
Gluconolactone is at pH 5.8, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3.5–4.5).
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.8, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
GluconolactonepH 3.5–4.5
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
Sulfate-FreeLikely
No sulfates detected
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
62 natural 1 unknown 18 synthetic
Based on 81 ingredients analyzed. 77% natural, 1% unknown and 22% synthetic.
Preservatives6 preservatives
FragranceContains added fragrance
Functions Overview (15)
fragrance18:Sodium Benzoate, *Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, *Litsea Cubeba (May Chang) Fruit Oil, *Anthemis Nobilis (Roman Chamomile) Flower Oil, **Limonene, **Citral. Soften Conditioner: Aqua, Styrax Tonkinensis (Benzoin) Resin Extract, **Linalool... +10 more
skin conditioning16:Gluconolactone, Calcium Gluconate, *Anthemis Nobilis (Roman Chamomile) Flower Oil, *Cymbopogon Martini (Palmarosa) Leaf Oil, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate, Lecithin, *Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil, Styrax Tonkinensis (Benzoin) Resin Extract... +8 more
type of chemical entity14:Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Panthenol, **Geraniol, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Alcohol, Dehydroacetic Acid, **Benzyl Salicylate... +6 more
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Rich, buttery cream that melts into hair strands for deep conditioning
SpreadabilityModerate
AbsorptionSlow
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Clean, manageable hair — not a skin finish
Lather and slip — designed for even distribution through hair strands. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.