Clean & Clear Toner
Toner
4w ago

Clean & Clear Toner

Onsen Secret
17Ingredients
0EU Banned
1Caution
0.1/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
0.1/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
Low Allergens1 fragrance allergen
88% Natural12% 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.

Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated ‘Lavandula Oil/ Extract’ 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.
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 4.3 — Suboptimal
4.3
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 4.3
Active ingredients: Retinol, L-Ascorbic Acid
Retinol at pH 4.3: very acidic — may increase irritation risk
L-Ascorbic Acid at pH 4.3: likely ineffective — above 4
Retinol at pH 4.3 is below the ideal range (5–6).
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 4.3, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Detected actives & ideal pH
RetinolpH 5–6
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5

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
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

88% natural12% synthetic
15 natural 2 synthetic

Based on 17 ingredients analyzed. 88% natural and 12% synthetic.

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning6:Thujopsis Dolabrata Branch Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Retinal, Lecithin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
tonic3:Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
humectant3:Glycerin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Hyaluronic Acid

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Watery liquid — absorbs instantly, may feel slightly sticky if glycerin-rich
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionVery fast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Fresh, weightless — absorbs completely leaving no residue

Watery, refreshing — absorbs in seconds with no residue. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.