Daily Gentle Low PH Facial Cleanser
Cleanser
Updated 11 Dec 2025

Daily Gentle Low PH Facial Cleanser

ELFormula
25Ingredients
0EU Banned
4Caution
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Low Allergens1 fragrance allergen
52% Natural48% 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.

Benzoic AcidMax a) 2.5% (acid) | b) 1.7% (acid) | c) 0.5% (acid)
Max concentration:a) 2.5% (acid) | b) 1.7% (acid) | c) 0.5% (acid)
Product types:a) Rinse-off products, except oral care products | b) Oral care products | c) Leave-on products
Menthol
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.
ChlorphenesinMax 0.3%
Max concentration:0.3%
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 5.7 — Optimal
5.7
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 5.7
Active ingredients: Niacinamide
Niacinamide at pH 5.7: optimal range (5–7)
Detected actives & ideal pH
NiacinamidepH 5–7

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

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

Composition

52% natural48% synthetic
13 natural 12 synthetic

Based on 25 ingredients analyzed. 52% natural and 48% synthetic.

Surfactants1 surfactant
Surfactant typeGentle
Preservatives1 preservative

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning8:Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sorbitol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Niacinamide, Butanediol, Hydroxyphenyl Propionamide
cleansing4:Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Palmitoyl Glycine, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
hair conditioning4:Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Palmitoyl Glycine, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Lightweight gel or lotion that foams gently
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow

Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish. Noticeable cooling / tingling sensation upon application.