Salicylic Fix Facial Scrub
Exfoliant

Salicylic Fix Facial Scrub

Nip+Fab
27Ingredients
0EU Banned
7Caution
0.6/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.6/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Low Allergens1 fragrance allergen
52% Natural44% 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.

Polyacrylamide
Product types:(a) Body leave-on products(b) Other products
Conditions:(a) Maximum residual acrylamide content 0.1mg/kg(b) Maximum residual acrylamide content 0.5mg/kg
PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
Benzyl AlcoholMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
Product types:(a) Solvent(b) Fragrance/ aromatic compositions/ their raw materials
Conditions:For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. 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.

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 Exfoliant. Verify compliance.

  • Ci 17200Restricted to hair products
    Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products

Ingredient Chemistry

pH

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 3.7 — Optimal
3.7
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 3.7
Active ingredients: Salicylic Acid
Salicylic Acid at pH 3.7: optimal range (3–4)
Detected actives & ideal pH
Salicylic AcidpH 3–4

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

52% natural44% synthetic
14 natural 1 unknown 12 synthetic

Based on 27 ingredients analyzed. 52% natural, 4% unknown and 44% synthetic.

Preservatives3 preservatives
FragranceContains added fragrance

Functions Overview (15)

type of chemical entity7:Stearic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dehydroacetic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate
solvent5:Aqua, Caprylic/​Capric Triglyceride, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Propanediol, Alcohol
skin conditioning3:Polygonum Bistorta Root Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Nymphaea Coerulea Flower Extract

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Grainy scrub or thin chemical liquid — physical exfoliants feel gritty, chemical ones feel like water
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Smooth, refined — skin feels polished after rinsing

Gritty (physical) or tingling (chemical) — exfoliation sensation on skin. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.