Aox Ferulic
Serum

Aox Ferulic

Mesoestetic
11Ingredients
0EU Banned
2Caution
0.2/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.2/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
64% Natural36% synthetic
Ingredient Analysis

Key Ingredients

Proven ActivesBeneficial ingredients with clinical evidence
WaterEXCELLENTPEG-8 Caprylic/​Capric GlyceridesGOODVitamin CEXCELLENTPropanediol (Humectant)EXCELLENTEthoxydiglycolGOODVitamin E AcetateEXCELLENT

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.

EthoxydiglycolMax 10.0%
Max concentration:10.0%
Product types:(a) Oxidative hair day products(b) Non-oxidative hair dye products(c) Rinse-off products other than hair dye products(d) Other non-spray cosmetic products(e) The following spray products: fine fragrances, hair sprays, antiperspirant and deodorant
Conditions:(a) to (e):The level of ethylene glycol impurity in Ethoxydiglycol must be ≤ 0,1 %. Not to be used in eye products and oral products
PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
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.

Product Type Restrictions

The following ingredients are restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation (Annex III/V) for specific product types — but this product appears to be a Serum. Verify compliance.

  • EthoxydiglycolRestricted to hair dye products
    (a) Oxidative hair day products(b) Non-oxidative hair dye products(c) Rinse-off products other than hair dye products…

Ingredient Chemistry

pH

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 5.5 — Ineffective
5.5
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 5.5
Active ingredients: L-Ascorbic Acid, Ferulic Acid
L-Ascorbic Acid at pH 5.5: likely ineffective — above 4
Ferulic Acid at pH 5.5: acceptable but not ideal (3–4.5 is best)
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 5.5, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Detected actives & ideal pH
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5
Ferulic AcidpH 3–4.5

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
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

64% natural36% synthetic
7 natural 4 synthetic

Based on 11 ingredients analyzed. 64% natural and 36% synthetic.

Active ingredients1 active
Preservatives1 preservative

Functions Overview (12)

solvent3:Aqua, Propanediol, Ethoxydiglycol
type of chemical entity3:Ascorbic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin
antioxidant2:Ferulic Acid, Bis-Ethylhexyl Hydroxydimethoxy Benzylmalonate

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Viscous, serum-like — slightly "thick water" feel
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow

Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.