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.
Aminomethyl PropanolMax 0.5%
Max concentration:0.5%
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:- Do not use with nitrosating systems- Minimum purity: 99% - Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% (applies to raw materials) - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 microgram/kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers
PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
BHTMax 8.0%
Max concentration:8.0%
Product types:a) Mouthwashb) Toothpastec) Other leave-on and rinse-off products
Conditions:From 1 July 2023 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the restrictions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 January 2024 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the restrictions 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
5.5
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.5, 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
30 natural 21 synthetic
Based on 51 ingredients analyzed. 59% natural and 41% synthetic.
Preservatives3 preservatives
Humectants4 humectants
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning15:PPG-26-Buteth-26, Caprylyl Glycol, Crithmum Maritimum Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Oryza Sativa Lees Extract... +7 more
type of chemical entity8:Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polysorbate 60, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Silica, Disodium EDTA, Ubiquinone
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Lightweight gel-cream — fresh, water-like feel
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueNoticeable
Finish:Soft matte — natural-looking, shine-controlled
Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.