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.
TromethamineMax 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
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
5.4
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.4, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Gluconolactone is at pH 5.4, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3.5–4.5).
Detected actives & ideal pH
NiacinamidepH 5–7
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
GluconolactonepH 3.5–4.5
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7
Copper Tripeptide-1pH 5–7
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
Key Actives
Contains Vitamin CConfirmed
Contains vitamin C derivative
Vitamin C SerumConfirmed
Hyaluronic Acid SerumConfirmed
Niacinamide SerumConfirmed
Exfoliating SerumConfirmed
Peptide SerumConfirmed
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
48 natural 14 synthetic
Based on 62 ingredients analyzed. 77% natural and 23% synthetic.
Active ingredients9 actives
Fragrance4 essential oils
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning29:Niacinamide, Betaine, Pinus Pinea Kernel Oil, Sucrose Distearate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Gluconolactone, Butyl Avocadate, Sodium Polyacrylate... +21 more
humectant7:Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Betaine, Hyaluronic Acid, Glucose, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
skin conditioning - emollient6:Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Sucrose Distearate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Citrus Limon Peel Extract, Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract, Isohexadecane
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Viscous, serum-like — slightly "thick water" feel
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionVery fast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow
Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.