Brighten Up Smoothing Primer Gel
Primer

Brighten Up Smoothing Primer Gel

TULA Skincare
39Ingredients
0EU Banned
7Caution
0.6/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.6/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
High Allergens7 fragrance allergens
72% Natural28% synthetic

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.

Citral.
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
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 5.1 — Suboptimal
5.1
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 5.1
Active ingredients: Glycolic Acid
Glycolic Acid at pH 5.1: likely ineffective — above 4.5
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.1, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

72% natural28% synthetic
28 natural 11 synthetic

Based on 39 ingredients analyzed. 72% natural and 28% synthetic.

Preservatives2 preservatives
Fragrance8 essential oils

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning11:Caprylyl Glycol, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Brassica Rapa (Turnip) Root Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Epolobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract... +3 more
fragrance8:Dipropylene Glycol, Tromethamine, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Sodium Benzoate, Limonene, Linalool
solvent4:Aqua/Water/Eau, Dipropylene Glycol, 2-Hexanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Silicone-rich gel or cream — creates a smooth, velvety canvas
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Variable — matte, dewy, or natural depending on formula

Pigment-rich and blendable — designed for buildable, even coverage. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.