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.
Ammonium HydroxideMax 6.0%
Max concentration:6.0%
Product types:All cosmetic products
Label warnings: Above 2%: Contains ammonia
PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
Sodium BisulfiteMax 0.2% (as free SO2)
Max concentration:0.2% (as free SO2)
Product types:(a) Oxidative hair dye products(b) Hair straightening products(c) Self-tanning products for the face(d) Other self-tanning products
Conditions:For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product
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
6.1
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 6.1, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 6.1, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7
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 Octocrylene
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
13 natural 1 unknown 10 synthetic
Based on 24 ingredients analyzed. 54% natural, 4% unknown and 42% synthetic.
UV filters3 filters
TypeChemical
Preservatives1 preservative
Silicones1 silicone
Functions Overview (15)
type of chemical entity6:Glyceryl Stearate, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Panthenol, Allantoin
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Light silky liquid that dries down to a smooth, non-greasy finish
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow
Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.
