10% Niacinamide + 1% Hyaluronic Acid + Zinc Skin Clearing Face Serum
Serum

10% Niacinamide + 1% Hyaluronic Acid + Zinc Skin Clearing Face Serum

Prolixr
17Ingredients
0EU Banned
4Caution
0.2/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.2/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Low Allergens1 fragrance allergen
65% Natural29% 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.

EthoxydiglycolMax 10.0%
Max concentration:10.0%
Product types:(a) Oxidative hair day products(b) Non-oxidative hair dye products(c) Rinse-off products other than hair dye products(d) Other non-spray cosmetic products(e) The following spray products: fine fragrances, hair sprays, antiperspirant and deodorant
Conditions:(a) to (e):The level of ethylene glycol impurity in Ethoxydiglycol must be ≤ 0,1 %. Not to be used in eye products and oral products
PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
Zinc PcaMax 72.0%
Max concentration:72.0%
Product types:(a) Toothpaste intended for users above 1 year of age(b) Toothpaste intended for children between 6 months and 1 year of age(c) Mouthwash intended for users above 6 years of age(d) Other 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 Serum. Verify compliance.

  • EthoxydiglycolRestricted to hair dye products
    (a) Oxidative hair day products(b) Non-oxidative hair dye products(c) Rinse-off products other than hair dye products…

Ingredient Chemistry

pH

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 5.9 — Optimal
5.9
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 5.9
Active ingredients: Niacinamide
Niacinamide at pH 5.9: optimal range (5–7)
Detected actives & ideal pH
NiacinamidepH 5–7

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
Key Actives
Hyaluronic Acid SerumConfirmed
Niacinamide SerumConfirmed
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

65% natural29% synthetic
11 natural 1 unknown 5 synthetic

Based on 17 ingredients analyzed. 65% natural, 6% unknown and 29% synthetic.

Active ingredients1 active
Preservatives1 preservative
FragranceContains added fragrance

Functions Overview (15)

humectant6:Butylene Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol, Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract, Zinc Pca, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract
skin conditioning5:Niacinamide, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract, Zinc Pca, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Sodium Gluconate
type of chemical entity3:Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Viscous, serum-like — slightly "thick water" feel
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow

Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.