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.
Sodium BenzoateMax a) 2.5% (acid) | b) 1.7% (acid) | c) 0.5% (acid)
Max concentration:a) 2.5% (acid) | b) 1.7% (acid) | c) 0.5% (acid)
Product types:a) Rinse-off products, except oral care products | b) Oral care products | c) Leave-on products
PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
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
4.1
0Neutral 714
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 4.1, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Ascorbyl Glucoside at pH 4.1 is below the ideal range (5–7).
Niacinamide at pH 4.1 is below the ideal range (5–7).
Detected actives & ideal pH
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
NiacinamidepH 5–7
Microbiome
Composition & Ethics
Product Details
Attributes
Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeLikely
No fragrance ingredients detected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
18 natural 4 synthetic
Based on 22 ingredients analyzed. 82% natural and 18% synthetic.
Preservatives2 preservatives
Functions Overview (15)
humectant9:Betaine, Glycerin, Sorbitol, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Fructose, Inositol, Urea... +1 more
skin conditioning8:Betaine, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Sorbitol, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Sodium PCA, Glycine, Niacinamide, Pantolactone
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Watery liquid — absorbs instantly, may feel slightly sticky if glycerin-rich
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionVery fast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Fresh, weightless — absorbs completely leaving no residue
Watery, refreshing — absorbs in seconds with no residue. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.