Ointment
Serum
Updated 4w ago

Ointment

Pure Paw Paw
6Ingredients
0EU Banned
2Caution
1.0/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
1.0/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
50% Natural33% 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.

Potassium SorbateMax 0.6% (acid)
Max concentration:0.6% (acid)
Sodium BenzoateMax a) 2.5% (acid) | b) 1.7% (acid) | c) 0.5% (acid)
Max concentration:a) 2.5% (acid) | b) 1.7% (acid) | c) 0.5% (acid)
Product types:a) Rinse-off products, except oral care products | b) Oral care products | c) Leave-on 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 unknown

No pH-dependent actives detected in this formula.

Ingredients like Vitamin C (L-AA), AHA/BHA, and retinoids are influenced by pH. If your product contains one, check the label or brand website for pH info.

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganNot compliant
Contains Cera Alba
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeLikely
No fragrance ingredients detected
Key Actives
Minimalist Formula6 ingredients
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

50% natural33% synthetic
3 natural 1 unknown 2 synthetic

Based on 6 ingredients analyzed. 50% natural, 17% unknown and 33% synthetic.

Preservatives2 preservatives

Functions Overview (11)

antistatic1:Petrolatum
skin conditioning - emollient1:Petrolatum
skin conditioning agent; maintains skin in good condition; mild exfoliating and brightening properties via papain enzyme content1:Carica Papaya (Fermented) Fruit Extract

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Lightweight, watery liquid that spreads easily
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueNone
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow

Standard cosmetic feel — no unusual sensory characteristics detected.