Hydro-Plumping Re-Texturizing Serum Concentrate
Hair Styling

Hydro-Plumping Re-Texturizing Serum Concentrate

Kiehl’s
17Ingredients
0EU Banned
1Caution
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
41% Natural53% synthetic
Ingredient Analysis

Key Ingredients

Proven ActivesBeneficial ingredients with clinical evidence
Aqua/​WaterEXCELLENTSilicone (Dimethicone)EXCELLENTPropanediol (Humectant)EXCELLENTDimethicone/​PEG-10/​15 CrosspolymerEXCELLENTSilicone MicrospheresGOODSaltEXCELLENT

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.

Sodium Chloride
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

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 6.5 — Ineffective
6.5
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 6.5
Active ingredients: Glycolic Acid
Glycolic Acid at pH 6.5: likely ineffective — above 4.5
Glycolic Acid is at pH 6.5, which is too high for optimal efficacy (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-FreeLikely
No fragrance ingredients detected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

41% natural53% synthetic
7 natural 1 unknown 9 synthetic

Based on 17 ingredients analyzed. 41% natural, 6% unknown and 53% synthetic.

Preservatives1 preservative
Silicones3 silicones

Functions Overview (15)

type of chemical entity4:Sodium Chloride, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid
solvent2:Aqua/​Water, Propanediol
emollient2:Dimethicone, Dimethicone/​PEG-10/​15 Crosspolymer

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Variable — gels are stiff and hold-focused, creams are pliable, waxes are firm and moldable
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Clean, manageable hair — not a skin finish

Lather and slip — designed for even distribution through hair strands. Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect.