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.
Rosa Damascena Flower Oil*
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated as ‘Rose Flower 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.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) 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.
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower 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
6.5
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 6.5, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7
Copper Tripeptide-1pH 5–7
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
Reef-SafeNot compliant
Contains Homosalate
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
60 natural 2 unknown 18 synthetic
Based on 80 ingredients analyzed. 75% natural, 3% unknown and 22% synthetic.
UV filters3 filters
TypeChemical
Preservatives2 preservatives
Fragrance8 essential oils
Silicones1 silicone
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning28:Butyloctyl Salicylate, Myristyl Myristate, Cetyl Esters, Illicium Verum (Anise) Fruit/Seed Oil*, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil*, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil*, Myristica Fragrans (Nutmeg) Kernel Oil*, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil... +20 more
fragrance11:Homosalate, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil*, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil*, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil*, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil*, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil*, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil*, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil*... +3 more
type of chemical entity10:Geraniol, Glyceryl Stearate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Citric Acid... +2 more
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Light silky liquid that dries down to a smooth, non-greasy finish
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Soft matte — natural-looking, shine-controlled
Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.