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.
Cananga Odorata Flower Extract
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated as ‘Cananga Odorata Oil/Extract’ in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when the concentration exceeds of the substance or substances: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Extract
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated as ‘Citrus Aurantium Peel 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.
Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf/Stem Extract
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:Peroxide value less than 10 mmoles/L (15)
Label warnings: (15 ) This limit applies to the substance and not to the finished cosmetic product.’
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
5.3
0Neutral 714
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 5.3, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.3, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7
NiacinamidepH 5–7
Copper Tripeptide-1pH 5–7
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
Microbiome
Composition & Ethics
Product Details
Attributes
Ethics
VeganNot compliant
Contains Collagen Amino Acids
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeLikely
No fragrance ingredients detected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
54 natural 2 unknown 13 synthetic
Based on 69 ingredients analyzed. 78% natural, 3% unknown and 19% synthetic.
Preservatives2 preservatives
Fragrance2 essential oils
Silicones1 silicone
Humectants3 humectants
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning35:Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Pentylene Glycol, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Collagen Amino Acids, Niacinamide, Carnitine HCl, Hydroxyproline, Glycine... +27 more
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Lightweight gel-cream — fresh, water-like feel
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow
Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.