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.
Aminomethyl PropanolMax 0.5%
Max concentration:0.5%
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:- Do not use with nitrosating systems- Minimum purity: 99% - Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% (applies to raw materials) - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 microgram/kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers
Sodium BenzoateMax 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
Lavandula Hybrida Oil
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated ‘Lavandula 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
5.6
0Neutral 714
Gluconolactone is at pH 5.6, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3.5–4.5).
Detected actives & ideal pH
GluconolactonepH 3.5–4.5
Microbiome
Composition & Ethics
Product Details
Attributes
Ethics
VeganNot compliant
Contains Mānuka Honey
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
26 natural 1 unknown 17 synthetic
Based on 44 ingredients analyzed. 59% natural, 2% unknown and 39% synthetic.
Preservatives2 preservatives
FragranceContains added fragrance
Humectants3 humectants
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning14:Isoamyl Laurate, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Cetyl Palmitate, Gluconolactone, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Betaine, Jojoba Esters... +6 more
fragrance8:Stearyl Alcohol, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Cetyl Palmitate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sodium Benzoate, Fragrance, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
skin conditioning - emollient8:Stearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Behenate, Cetyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Behenyl Alcohol, Jojoba Esters, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Glyceryl Caprylate
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Lightweight gel-cream — fresh, water-like feel
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueNoticeable
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow
Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.