Sebiaclear Active
Exfoliant

Sebiaclear Active

SVR
19Ingredients
0EU Banned
2Caution
0.2/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
0.2/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
32% Natural63% synthetic
Ingredient Analysis

Key Ingredients

Proven ActivesBeneficial ingredients with clinical evidence
WaterEXCELLENTGluconolactone (PHA)EXCELLENTPropanediol (Humectant)EXCELLENTAcrylic MicrospheresGOODVitamin B3 (Niacinamide)EXCELLENT

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.

Salicylic Acid
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
Sodium Hydroxide
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
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

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 3.6 — Suboptimal
3.6
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 3.6
Active ingredients: Gluconolactone, Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid
Gluconolactone at pH 3.6: optimal range (3.5–4.5)
Niacinamide at pH 3.6: very acidic — may increase irritation risk
Salicylic Acid at pH 3.6: optimal range (3–4)
Glycolic Acid at pH 3.6: optimal range (3–4)
Niacinamide at pH 3.6 is below the ideal range (5–7).
Detected actives & ideal pH
GluconolactonepH 3.5–4.5
NiacinamidepH 5–7
Salicylic AcidpH 3–4
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
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

32% natural63% synthetic
6 natural 1 unknown 12 synthetic

Based on 19 ingredients analyzed. 32% natural, 5% unknown and 63% synthetic.

FragranceContains added fragrance
Silicones2 silicones

Functions Overview (15)

type of chemical entity4:Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Polysorbate 60
solvent2:Aqua, Propanediol
chelating2:Gluconolactone, Sodium Citrate

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Grainy scrub or thin chemical liquid — physical exfoliants feel gritty, chemical ones feel like water
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionVery fast
Tackiness / ResidueNone
Finish:Smooth, refined — skin feels polished after rinsing

Gritty (physical) or tingling (chemical) — exfoliation sensation on skin. Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect.