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.
Alpha-ArbutinMax 5.0%
Max concentration:5.0%
Product types:(a) Face cream(b) Body lotion
Conditions:Hydroquinone levels shall remain as low as possible in formulations containing alpha-Arbutin and shall not be higher than the unavoidable trace level.From 1 February 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 November 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be made available on the Union market.
Kojic AcidMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
Product types:Face and hand products
Conditions:From 1 February 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 November 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be made available on the Union market.
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
5.9
0Neutral 714
Detected actives & ideal pH
Tranexamic AcidpH 3.5–5.5
Alpha-ArbutinpH 4–6.5
Kojic AcidpH 3.5–5
RetinolpH 5–6
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
Key Actives
Contains RetinolConfirmed
Contains vitamin A derivative
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
21 natural 7 synthetic
Based on 28 ingredients analyzed. 75% natural and 25% synthetic.
Active ingredients3 actives
Preservatives1 preservative
Humectants2 humectants
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning6:Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Tranexamic Acid, Raphanus Sativus (Radish) Seed Oil, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate
viscosity controlling4:Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, C12-16 Alcohols, Helianthus Annus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Dimethyl Isosorbide
skin conditioning - emollient3:C12-16 Alcohols, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Palmitic Acid
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Lightweight gel-cream — fresh, water-like feel
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Rich, nourishing — may feel slightly heavier due to active ingredients
Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.