Kesar & Kojic Acid Oil Free Moisturizer
Moisturizer

Kesar & Kojic Acid Oil Free Moisturizer

Dr. Sheth's
19Ingredients
0EU Banned
2Caution
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
63% Natural37% synthetic
Ingredient Analysis

Key Ingredients

Proven ActivesBeneficial ingredients with clinical evidence
Purified WaterGlycerinEXCELLENTSodium Acrylates CopolymerGOODCoconut AlkanesGOODCaprylic Capric TriglycerideEXCELLENTSilicone (Dimethicone)EXCELLENT

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.

PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
Alpha-ArbutinMax 5.0%
Max concentration:5.0%
Product types:(a) Face cream(b) Body lotion
Conditions:Hydroquinone levels shall remain as low as possible in formulations containing alpha-Arbutin and shall not be higher than the unavoidable trace level.From 1 February 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 November 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be made available on the Union market.
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 5.6 — Effective
5.6
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 5.6
Active ingredients: Kojic Acid, Alpha-Arbutin
Kojic Acid at pH 5.6: acceptable but not ideal (3.5–5 is best)
Alpha-Arbutin at pH 5.6: optimal range (4–6.5)
Detected actives & ideal pH
Kojic AcidpH 3.5–5
Alpha-ArbutinpH 4–6.5

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeLikely
No fragrance ingredients detected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

63% natural37% synthetic
12 natural 7 synthetic

Based on 19 ingredients analyzed. 63% natural and 37% synthetic.

Preservatives1 preservative
Silicones1 silicone
Humectants3 humectants

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning4:Purified Water, Lecithin, Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract, Fucus Vesiculosus Extract
type of chemical entity4:Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Alpha-Arbutin
humectant3:Glycerin, Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract, Butylene Glycol

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Lightweight gel-cream — fresh, water-like feel
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
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.