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.
BHTMax 8.0%
Max concentration:8.0%
Product types:a) Mouthwashb) Toothpastec) Other leave-on and rinse-off products
Conditions:From 1 July 2023 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the restrictions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 January 2024 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the restrictions shall not be made available on the Union market.
Sodium MetabisulfiteMax 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
Talc
Product types:(a) Powdery products intended to be used for children under 3 years of age(b) Other products
Label warnings: (a) Keep powder away from children's nose and mouth
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
5.9
0Neutral 714
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 5.9, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.9, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
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 Octinoxate
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
28 natural 21 synthetic
Based on 49 ingredients analyzed. 57% natural and 43% synthetic.
UV filters5 filters
TypeHybrid (mineral + chemical)
Preservatives1 preservative
FragranceContains added fragrance
Silicones2 silicones
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning8:Caprylyl Methicone, Piperidinepropionic Acid, 2-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Saccharomyces Ferment Lysate Filtrate, Averrhoa Carambola Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, PPG-17, Succinoglycan
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Light silky liquid that dries down to a smooth, non-greasy finish
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionVery fast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Soft matte — natural-looking, shine-controlled
Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish. Cooling sensation on application with rapid dry-down.