Dark Spot Corrector, Anti-Aging
Self Tanning
4w ago

Dark Spot Corrector, Anti-Aging

InstaNatural
15Ingredients
0EU Banned
1Caution
0.1/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
0.1/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
80% Natural20% synthetic

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

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 6.0 — Ineffective
6.0
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 6.0
Active ingredients: Glycolic Acid, Niacinamide
Glycolic Acid at pH 6: likely ineffective — above 4.5
Niacinamide at pH 6: optimal range (5–7)
Glycolic Acid is at pH 6, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
NiacinamidepH 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
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

80% natural20% synthetic
12 natural 3 synthetic

Based on 15 ingredients analyzed. 80% natural and 20% synthetic.

Preservatives1 preservative

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning6:Lentinus Edodes Mycelium Extract, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Niacinamide, Polyglutamic Acid*, Evodia Rutaecarpa Fruit Extract
antioxidant3:Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Phenylethyl Resorcinol
solvent2:Aqua, Propanediol*

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Lightweight lotion or mousse — develops color over 4–8 hours
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Develops color over hours — initial finish is lightweight

Lightweight, develops color gradually. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.