Lightful C + Coral Grass Softening Lotion Spray
Moisturizer
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Lightful C + Coral Grass Softening Lotion Spray

M.A.C.
32Ingredients
0EU Banned
2Caution
0.2/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
0.2/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
69% Natural28% 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.

Potassium Hydroxide
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
Salicylic Acid
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 5.6 — Ineffective
5.6
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 5.6
Active ingredients: Ascorbyl Glucoside, Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid
Ascorbyl Glucoside at pH 5.6: optimal range (5–7)
Salicylic Acid at pH 5.6: likely ineffective — above 4.5
Glycolic Acid at pH 5.6: likely ineffective — above 4.5
Salicylic Acid is at pH 5.6, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.6, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7
Salicylic AcidpH 3–4
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganNot compliant
Contains Silk Powder\Serica\Poudre De Soie
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

69% natural28% synthetic
22 natural 1 unknown 9 synthetic

Based on 32 ingredients analyzed. 69% natural, 3% unknown and 28% synthetic.

Preservatives1 preservative
FragranceContains added fragrance
Humectants3 humectants

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning11:Hydrolyzed Rice Bran Extract, Salicornia Herbacea Extract, Algae Extract, Yeast Extract\Faex\Extrait De Levure, Silk Powder\Serica\Poudre De Soie, Caffeine, Arginine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate... +3 more
humectant4:Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Algae Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
type of chemical entity4:Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Lightweight gel-cream — fresh, water-like feel
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueNoticeable
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow

Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.