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.
Ingredient Chemistry
pH Efficacy
pH Efficacy
5.4
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.4, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
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
27 natural 2 unknown 14 synthetic
Based on 43 ingredients analyzed. 63% natural, 5% unknown and 32% synthetic.
Preservatives4 preservatives
FragranceContains added fragrance
Silicones3 silicones
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning14:Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Sodium PCA, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Glycine, Alanine, Serine... +6 more
antistatic11:Polyacrylamide, Sodium PCA, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Glycine, Alanine, Serine, Valine... +3 more
hair conditioning11:Bis-PCA Dimethicone, Sodium PCA, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Glycine, Alanine, Serine, Valine... +3 more
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Concentrated serum or cream — lightweight yet nutrient-dense
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Clean, manageable hair — not a skin finish
Lather and slip — designed for even distribution through hair strands. Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect.