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.
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated as ‘Rose Flower Oil/Extract’ in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when the concentration of the substance or substances exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions: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.
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:Maximum molecular weight average of the peptides in hydrolysates: 3,5 kDa (23 )
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
6.5
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 6.5, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
NiacinamidepH 5–7
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
Copper Tripeptide-1pH 5–7
Microbiome
Composition & Ethics
Product Details
Attributes
Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Reef-SafeLikely
No reef-harmful ingredients detected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
27 natural 1 unknown 10 synthetic
Based on 38 ingredients analyzed. 71% natural, 3% unknown and 26% synthetic.
Preservatives2 preservatives
Fragrance2 essential oils
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning13:Niacinamide, Persea Gratissima Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract, Betaine, Morus Alba Bark Extract, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil... +5 more
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Lightweight lotion or mousse — develops color over 4–8 hours
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Develops color over hours — initial finish is lightweight
Lightweight, develops color gradually. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.