Violet Crush Purple Toning Mask
Mask
Updated 10 Dec 2025

Violet Crush Purple Toning Mask

John Frieda
23Ingredients
0EU Banned
7Caution
0.3/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.3/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Mod. Allergens5 fragrance allergens
57% Natural39% 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.

Benzyl AlcoholMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
Product types:(a) Solvent(b) Fragrance/ aromatic compositions/ their raw materials
Conditions:For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds:— 0,001 % in leave-on products— 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
HC Blue No. 16Max 0.0%
Max concentration:0.0%
Product types:Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
Conditions:— Do not use with nitrosating agents — Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg — Keep in nitrite-free containers
Basic Violet 2Max 0.5%
Max concentration:0.5%
Product types:a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye productsb) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
Conditions:(a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 %
Label warnings: a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “ Hair colorants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp,— you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, — you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past.”
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.

Product Type Restrictions

The following ingredients are restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation (Annex III/V) for specific product types — but this product appears to be a Mask. Verify compliance.

  • HC Blue No. 16Restricted to hair products
    Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
  • Basic Violet 2Restricted to hair dye products
    a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye productsb) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products

Ingredient Chemistry

pH

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 3.5 — Optimal
3.5
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 3.5
Active ingredients: Glycolic Acid
Glycolic Acid at pH 3.5: optimal range (3–4)
Detected actives & ideal pH
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4

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

57% natural39% synthetic
13 natural 1 unknown 9 synthetic

Based on 23 ingredients analyzed. 57% natural, 4% unknown and 39% synthetic.

Preservatives1 preservative
FragranceContains added fragrance
Silicones2 silicones

Functions Overview (15)

fragrance5:Fragrance, Benzoic Acid, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool
skin conditioning4:Cetyl Esters, Erythritol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Glycine
solvent3:Water, Propanediol, Dimethyl Isosorbide

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Variable — clay masks are thick and drying, sheet masks are wet and cooling, cream masks are rich and hydrating
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Variable — clay masks dry matte, hydrating masks leave dewy finish

Variable — clay tightens as it dries, hydrating masks feel cool and plumping. Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect.