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.
BHT
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
Sodium Hydroxide
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
Titanium Dioxide
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 Efficacy
pH Efficacy
6.5
0Neutral 714
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 6.5, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Glycolic Acid is at pH 6.5, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
Copper Tripeptide-1pH 5–7
Microbiome
Composition & Ethics
Product Details
Attributes
Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Reef-SafeLikely
No reef-harmful ingredients detected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
20 natural 2 unknown 12 synthetic
Based on 34 ingredients analyzed. 59% natural, 6% unknown and 35% synthetic.
UV filters1 filter
TypeMineral
Preservatives2 preservatives
FragranceContains added fragrance
Silicones1 silicone
Functions Overview (15)
type of chemical entity10:Silica, Tocopheryl Acetate, Allantoin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Ascorbyl Palmitate... +2 more
skin conditioning4:Lecithin, Plankton Extract, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Pentapeptide-34 Trifluoroacetate
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Light silky liquid that dries down to a smooth, non-greasy finish
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Soft matte — natural-looking, shine-controlled
Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.
