SAS Soap
Cleanser

SAS Soap

Flawless
16Ingredients
0EU Banned
5Caution
0.5/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
0.5/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
25% Natural44% synthetic
Ingredient Analysis

Key Ingredients

Proven ActivesBeneficial ingredients with clinical evidence
Stearic Acid (Emulsifier)EXCELLENTWaterEXCELLENTMyristic AcidGOODSalicylic Acid (BHA)GOODPsidium Guajava ExtractGOOD

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.

Butylated Hydroxytoluene
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
Ci 15510
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
Salicylic Acid
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
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 5.9 — Ineffective
5.9
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 5.9
Active ingredients: Salicylic Acid
Salicylic Acid at pH 5.9: likely ineffective — above 4.5
Salicylic Acid is at pH 5.9, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Salicylic AcidpH 3–4

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-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

25% natural44% synthetic
4 natural 5 unknown 7 synthetic

Based on 16 ingredients analyzed. 25% natural, 31% unknown and 44% synthetic.

FragranceContains added fragrance

Functions Overview (15)

type of chemical entity3:Triethanolamine, Stearic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide
colorant2:Ci 74160, Ci 15510
solvent1:Water

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.