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.
Cetrimonium ChlorideMax 0.1%
Max concentration:0.1%
Product types:(a) Rinse-off hair products(b) Leave-on hair products(c) Leave-on face products
Conditions:For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. The purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product.
PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
Benzalkonium ChlorideMax 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride)
Max concentration:0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride)
Product types:Rinse-off hair (head) products
Conditions:In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C14, or less must not exceed 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride)For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organismes in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product
Label warnings: Avoid contact with eyes
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
5.5
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.5, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
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
Sulfate-FreeLikely
No sulfates detected
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
26 natural 2 unknown 24 synthetic
Based on 52 ingredients analyzed. 50% natural, 4% unknown and 46% synthetic.
Surfactants4 surfactants
Surfactant typeGentle
Preservatives2 preservatives
FragranceContains added fragrance
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning9:Glycol Distearate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Symphytum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract, Sodium PCA, Sucrose Laurate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate... +1 more
surfactant - cleansing7:Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Glycol Stearate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Lauryl Glucoside, Decyl Glucoside, Sucrose Laurate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
surfactant - emulsifying7:Glycol Distearate, Glycol Stearate, Methyl Gluceth-10, Cetrimonium Chloride, Sucrose Laurate, Glyceryl Oleate, Lecithin
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Gel-like consistency that lathers into a rich foam on contact with water
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Clean, manageable hair — not a skin finish
Lather and slip — designed for even distribution through hair strands. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.