Balsam Fortifiant Anaphase+
Exfoliant
Updated 10 Dec 2025

Balsam Fortifiant Anaphase+

Ducray
26Ingredients
0EU Banned
5Caution
0.5/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.5/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
62% Natural38% 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.

Cetrimonium ChlorideMax 0.1%
Max concentration:0.1%
Product types:(a) Rinse-off hair products(b) Leave-on hair products(c) Leave-on face products
Conditions:For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. The purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product.
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:Maximum molecular weight average of the peptides in hydrolysates: 3,5 kDa (23 )
PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
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.

Product Type Restrictions

The following ingredients are restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation (Annex III/V) for specific product types — but this product appears to be a Exfoliant. Verify compliance.

  • Ci 19140Restricted to hair products
    Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products

Ingredient Chemistry

pH

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 3.4 — Optimal
3.4
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 3.4
Active ingredients: Glycolic Acid
Glycolic Acid at pH 3.4: 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

62% natural38% synthetic
16 natural 10 synthetic

Based on 26 ingredients analyzed. 62% natural and 38% synthetic.

Preservatives2 preservatives
FragranceContains added fragrance

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning9:Betaine, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Inulin, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Biotin, Pantolactone, Pyridoxine Hcl, Sclerotium Gum... +1 more
humectant3:Glycerin, Betaine, Pantolactone
antistatic3:Betaine, Cetrimonium Chloride, Pyridoxine Hcl

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.