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.
Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Wood Extract
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.
Rose Extract
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.
Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Flower Extract
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated as ‘Jasmine 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
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
4.7
0Neutral 714
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 4.7, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Glycolic Acid is at pH 4.7, 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
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-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
42 natural 1 unknown 9 synthetic
Based on 52 ingredients analyzed. 81% natural, 2% unknown and 17% synthetic.
Preservatives3 preservatives
Fragrance3 essential oils
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning25:3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Collagen Amino Acids, Niacinamide, Sphingolipids, Carnitine HCI, Soy Isoflavones, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract... +17 more
type of chemical entity7:Ascorbic Acid, Panthenol, Ubiquinone, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Potassium Sorbate
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Cool, lightweight gel — may feel "bouncy" or refreshing
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionVery fast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow
Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.