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.
PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
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
Detected actives & ideal pH
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7
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
Key Actives
Vitamin C SerumConfirmed
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
14 natural 8 synthetic
Based on 22 ingredients analyzed. 64% natural and 36% synthetic.
Preservatives1 preservative
Silicones3 silicones
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning6:Isononyl Isononanoate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Isohexadecane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Caprylyl Glycol
skin conditioning - emollient5:Isononyl Isononanoate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Isohexadecane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol
type of chemical entity5:Ubiquinone, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polysorbate 60, Disodium Edta
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Viscous, serum-like — slightly "thick water" feel
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionVery fast
Tackiness / ResidueNone
Finish:Matte velvet — smooth, shine-free, "soft focus"
Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.