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 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
Cananga Odorata (Ylang Ylang) Flower Extract
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated as ‘Cananga Odorata Oil/Extract’ in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when the concentration exceeds of the substance or substances: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Rosa Gallica Flower Extract
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated as ‘Rose Flower 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.
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
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 5.5, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.5, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
NiacinamidepH 5–7
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
Copper Tripeptide-1pH 5–7
Microbiome
Composition & Ethics
Product Details
Attributes
Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Key Actives
Contains Vitamin CConfirmed
Contains vitamin C derivative
Vitamin C SerumConfirmed
Niacinamide SerumConfirmed
Exfoliating SerumConfirmed
Peptide SerumConfirmed
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
27 natural 4 unknown 9 synthetic
Based on 40 ingredients analyzed. 68% natural, 10% unknown and 22% synthetic.
Active ingredients5 actives
Preservatives1 preservative
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning15:Niacinamide, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Diheptyl Succinate, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Orchis Mascula (Orchid) Flower Extract, Cananga Odorata (Ylang Ylang) Flower Extract... +7 more
type of chemical entity5:Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Eugenol, Hydroxycitronellal
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Viscous, serum-like — slightly "thick water" feel
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow
Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.
