Ingredient Chemistry
pH Efficacy
pH Efficacy
6.5
0Neutral 714
Ferulic Acid is at pH 6.5, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4.5).
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 6.5, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Ferulic AcidpH 3–4.5
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5
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 Cyclopentasiloxane
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
30 natural 16 synthetic
Based on 46 ingredients analyzed. 65% natural and 35% synthetic.
UV filters1 filter
TypeChemical
Silicones4 silicones
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning17:Caprylyl Methicone, Dibutyl Adipate, Disiloxane, Ceramide AS, Ceramide NS, Ceramide NG, Ceramide EOP, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer... +9 more
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Light silky liquid that dries down to a smooth, non-greasy finish
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Matte velvet — smooth, shine-free, "soft focus"
Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish. Powder-like dry finish typical of "soft focus" pore-blurring primers.
