Pumpkin Enzyme Mask Enzymatic Dermal Resurfacer
Mask
Updated 10 Dec 2025

Pumpkin Enzyme Mask Enzymatic Dermal Resurfacer

Peter Thomas
26Ingredients
0EU Banned
5Caution
0.3/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
0.3/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
Low Allergens2 fragrance allergens
50% Natural42% 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.

Benzyl Alcohol
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
BHT
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
Cinnamal
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
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 4.4 — Suboptimal
4.4
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 4.4
Active ingredients: L-Ascorbic Acid, Retinol, Glycolic Acid
L-Ascorbic Acid at pH 4.4: likely ineffective — above 4
Retinol at pH 4.4: very acidic — may increase irritation risk
Glycolic Acid at pH 4.4: acceptable but not ideal (3–4 is best)
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 4.4, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Retinol at pH 4.4 is below the ideal range (5–6).
Detected actives & ideal pH
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5
RetinolpH 5–6
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
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

50% natural42% synthetic
13 natural 2 unknown 11 synthetic

Based on 26 ingredients analyzed. 50% natural, 8% unknown and 42% synthetic.

Preservatives5 preservatives
FragranceContains added fragrance

Functions Overview (15)

type of chemical entity10:Triethanolamine, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Sorbic Acid... +2 more
fragrance4:BHT, Benzoic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Fragrance
preservative4:Benzoic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Variable — clay masks are thick and drying, sheet masks are wet and cooling, cream masks are rich and hydrating
SpreadabilityModerate
AbsorptionSlow
Tackiness / ResidueNoticeable
Finish:Variable — clay masks dry matte, hydrating masks leave dewy finish

Variable — clay tightens as it dries, hydrating masks feel cool and plumping. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.