Ingredient Chemistry
pH Efficacy
pH Efficacy
6.0
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 6, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
Microbiome
Composition & Ethics
Product Details
Attributes
Ethics
VeganNot compliant
Contains PEG-8 Beeswax
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Reef-SafeNot compliant
Contains Cyclopentasiloxane
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
22 natural 1 unknown 6 synthetic
Based on 29 ingredients analyzed. 76% natural, 3% unknown and 21% synthetic.
Silicones2 silicones
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning7:C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cocoglycerides, Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Cyclohexasiloxane, Lecithin, Copernicia Cerifera Cera
skin conditioning - emollient7:C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Paraffinum Liquidum, Cocoglycerides, Candelilla Cera, Cyclohexasiloxane, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Glyceryl Oleate
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Waxy, emollient balm or oil — melts on contact with lip temperature
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Smooth, protected — waxy barrier that softens on contact
Waxy, emollient — melts at lip temperature for comfortable wear. Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect.
