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.
TriethanolamineMax 2.5%
Max concentration:2.5%
Product types:(a) Leave-on products(b) Rinse-off products
Conditions:(a) (b)- 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
BHTMax 8.0%
Max concentration:8.0%
Product types:a) Mouthwashb) Toothpastec) Other leave-on and rinse-off products
Conditions:From 1 July 2023 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the restrictions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 January 2024 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the restrictions shall not be made available on the Union market.
Alpha-ArbutinMax 5.0%
Max concentration:5.0%
Product types:(a) Face cream(b) Body lotion
Conditions:Hydroquinone levels shall remain as low as possible in formulations containing alpha-Arbutin and shall not be higher than the unavoidable trace level.From 1 February 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 November 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be made available on the Union market.
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
5.7
0Neutral 714
Detected actives & ideal pH
NiacinamidepH 5–7
Alpha-ArbutinpH 4–6.5
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
33 natural 2 unknown 16 synthetic
Based on 51 ingredients analyzed. 65% natural, 4% unknown and 31% synthetic.
Preservatives1 preservative
FragranceContains added fragrance
Silicones1 silicone
Humectants6 humectants
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning16:Niacinamide, Diglycerin, "Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract", Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Root Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Glyceryl Glucoside, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hexylene Glycol... +8 more
humectant8:Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Diglycerin, "Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract", Portulaca Oleracea Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Glyceryl Glucoside, Glucose
type of chemical entity8:Glyceryl Stearate, Triethanolamine, Allantoin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Alpha-Arbutin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Stearic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Lightweight gel-cream — fresh, water-like feel
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionSlow
Tackiness / ResidueLight
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.