Gel Cleanser
Cleanser
Updated 10 Dec 2025

Gel Cleanser

Musq Cosmetics
14Ingredients
0EU Banned
3Caution
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Low Allergens1 fragrance allergen
79% Natural21% 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.

Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf (Eucalyptus Blue Gum) Oil
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated as ‘Eucalyptus Globulus Oil’ in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when the concentration of the substance or substances exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Potassium SorbateMax 0.6% (acid)
Max concentration:0.6% (acid)
Sodium BenzoateMax a) 2.5% (acid) | b) 1.7% (acid) | c) 0.5% (acid)
Max concentration:a) 2.5% (acid) | b) 1.7% (acid) | c) 0.5% (acid)
Product types:a) Rinse-off products, except oral care products | b) Oral care products | c) Leave-on products
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 5.3 — Suboptimal
5.3
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 5.3
Active ingredients: Glycolic Acid
Glycolic Acid at pH 5.3: likely ineffective — above 4.5
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.3, 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
Sulfate-FreeLikely
No sulfates detected
Fragrance-FreeLikely
No fragrance ingredients detected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

79% natural21% synthetic
11 natural 3 synthetic

Based on 14 ingredients analyzed. 79% natural and 21% synthetic.

Surfactants1 surfactant
Surfactant typeGentle
Preservatives2 preservatives

Functions Overview (15)

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Rich foam that transforms from gel to creamy lather
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow

Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.