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.
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil
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.
PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
Potassium SorbateMax 0.6% (acid)
Max concentration:0.6% (acid)
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
5.2
0Neutral 714
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 5.2, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Copper Tripeptide-1pH 5–7
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5
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
24 natural 1 unknown 9 synthetic
Based on 34 ingredients analyzed. 71% natural, 3% unknown and 26% synthetic.
Preservatives2 preservatives
Silicones2 silicones
Humectants2 humectants
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning10:Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Alpha Oligopeptide-6, Vaccinium Myrtillus (Bilberry) Seed Oil, Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Alpha Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-5, Wasabia Japonica Root Extract... +2 more
type of chemical entity9:Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Potassium Sorbate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Ascorbic Acid... +1 more
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Lightweight gel-cream — fresh, water-like feel
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionVery fast
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. Noticeable cooling / tingling sensation upon application.