Microdermabrasion
Exfoliant

Microdermabrasion

Dr. Brandt
30Ingredients
0EU Banned
4Caution
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Low Allergens2 fragrance allergens
70% Natural30% 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.

MethylchloroisothiazolinoneMax 0.0015% (of a mixture in the ratio 3:1 of 5-Chloro-2-methyl-isothiazol-3(2H)-one and 2-Methylisothiazol-3(2H)-one
Max concentration:0.0015% (of a mixture in the ratio 3:1 of 5-Chloro-2-methyl-isothiazol-3(2H)-one and 2-Methylisothiazol-3(2H)-one
Product types:Rinse-off
MethylisothiazolinoneMax 0,0015 % Rinse-off products
Max concentration:0,0015 % Rinse-off products
CitralMax 65.0%
Max concentration:65.0%
Product types:(a) Lip make-up products, lipstick, lip salves(b) Deodorants and antiperspirants(c) Eye products, face make-up and make-up remover(d) Fragrance products (hydroalcoholic and non-hydroalcoholic, spray and non-spray)(e) Leave-on skin products (except lip products, deodorants and antiperspirants, fragrance products, eye products, face make-up and make-up remover) and nail products(f) Oral products(g) Hair leave-on products(h) Skin and hair rinse-off products(i) Leave-on products for the anogenital area (baby wipes and intimate wipes)
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated as ‘Citral’ 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.
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 3.3 — Optimal
3.3
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 3.3
Active ingredients: Glycolic Acid
Glycolic Acid at pH 3.3: optimal range (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

70% natural30% synthetic
21 natural 9 synthetic

Based on 30 ingredients analyzed. 70% natural and 30% synthetic.

FragranceContains added fragrance

Functions Overview (15)

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Grainy scrub or thin chemical liquid — physical exfoliants feel gritty, chemical ones feel like water
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Smooth, refined — skin feels polished after rinsing

Gritty (physical) or tingling (chemical) — exfoliation sensation on skin. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.