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%
Kojic AcidMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
Product types:Face and hand products
Conditions:From 1 February 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 November 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be made available on the Union market.
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
5.1
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.1, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
NiacinamidepH 5–7
Kojic AcidpH 3.5–5
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
Microbiome
Composition & Ethics
Product Details
Attributes
Ethics
VeganNot compliant
Contains Keratin
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
23 natural 12 synthetic
Based on 35 ingredients analyzed. 66% natural and 34% synthetic.
Preservatives1 preservative
FragranceContains added fragrance
Silicones1 silicone
Humectants3 humectants
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning13:Cetyl Palmitate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Squalene, Niacinamide, Cocoglycerides, Keratin, Honey Extract, Soluble Collagen... +5 more
type of chemical entity6:Glyceryl Stearate, Polysorbate 60, Sucrose, Silica, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
skin conditioning - emollient6:Cetyl Palmitate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Squalene, Cocoglycerides, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Cetyl Alcohol
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Lightweight gel-cream — fresh, water-like feel
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionVery fast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
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.