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.
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
Salicylic AcidMax 3.0%
Max concentration:3.0%
Product types:(a) Rinse-off hair products(b) Other products except body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant(c) Body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant
Conditions:(a) (b) (c)Not to be used in preparations for children under 3 years of age. Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation. Not to be used in oral products. For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product.These levels are inclusive of any use of salicylic acid.
Label warnings: (a) (b) (c)Not to be used for children under 3 years of age** Solely for products which might be used for children under 3 years of age.
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off 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 Efficacy
pH Efficacy
5.8
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.8, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Salicylic Acid is at pH 5.8, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
Salicylic AcidpH 3–4
NiacinamidepH 5–7
Microbiome
Composition & Ethics
Product Details
Attributes
Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Sulfate-FreeContains sulfates
Contains sulfate surfactants
Fragrance-FreeLikely
No fragrance ingredients detected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
23 natural 1 unknown 12 synthetic
Based on 36 ingredients analyzed. 64% natural, 3% unknown and 33% synthetic.
Surfactants3 surfactants
Surfactant typeHarsh (SLS/ALS)
Preservatives3 preservatives
Fragrance3 essential oils
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning11:Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Cystine Bis-Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Biotin, Lecithin, Niacinamide, Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Flower Extract, Yeast Extract/Extrait De Levure... +3 more
type of chemical entity7:Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Menthol, Sodium Hydroxide, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Potassium Sorbate.
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Gel-like consistency that lathers into a rich foam on contact with water
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Clean, manageable hair — not a skin finish
Lather and slip — designed for even distribution through hair strands. Noticeable cooling / tingling sensation upon application.