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.
Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Water
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated as ‘Citrus Aurantium Flower Oil’ 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.
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Extract
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated as ‘Cedrus Atlantica 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.The peroxide value shall be less than 10 mmoles/L (This limit applies to the substance and not to the finished cosmetic product)
Sodium HydroxideMax 5.0%
Max concentration:5.0%
Product types:(a) Nail cuticle solvent(b) Hair straightener(c) pH adjuster for depilatories(d) Other uses as pH adjusterCallosity softener/remover (entry 15d)
Conditions:(b)1. General use2. Professional use(c) up to pH 12.7(d) up to pH 1115 d Contains alcakali, Avoid contact with eyesKeep out of reach of chindren ans Read directions for use carefully
Label warnings: (a) Contains alkali Avoid contact with eyes Can cause blindness Keep out of reach of children(b) 1. Contains alkaliAvoid contact with eyes Can cause blindness Keep out of reach of children2. For professional use only Avoid contact with eyes Can cause blindness(c) Keep out of reach of children 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
5.8
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.8, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
Microbiome
Composition & Ethics
Product Details
Attributes
Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
26 natural 1 unknown 13 synthetic
Based on 40 ingredients analyzed. 65% natural, 3% unknown and 32% synthetic.
Preservatives3 preservatives
Fragrance1 essential oil
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning11:Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Water, Rosa Centifolia Flower Water, Caffeine, Cedrus Atlantica Bark Extract, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract... +3 more
type of chemical entity8:Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium Edta, Sodium Hydroxide, Polysorbate 60, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Matte cream or powder — blendable, cool-toned for shadow effect
SpreadabilityModerate
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueNoticeable
Finish:Variable — matte, dewy, or natural depending on formula
Pigment-rich and blendable — designed for buildable, even coverage. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.