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.
Cetrimonium ChlorideMax 0.1%
Max concentration:0.1%
Product types:(a) Rinse-off hair products(b) Leave-on hair products(c) Leave-on face products
Conditions:For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. The purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product.
PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
Limonene
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products. The peroxide value for each substance shall be less than 20 mmoles/L (This limit applies to the substance and not to the finished cosmetic product).
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
5.8
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.8, 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
Safety
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Key Actives
Exfoliating SerumConfirmed
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
16 natural 14 synthetic
Based on 30 ingredients analyzed. 53% natural and 47% synthetic.
Active ingredients1 active
Preservatives1 preservative
FragranceContains added fragrance
Silicones2 silicones
Functions Overview (15)
hair conditioning8:Bis-Cetearyl Amodimethicone, Dicetyldimonium Chloride, Acetamide MEA, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Quaternium-91, Cetrimonium Methosulfate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Viscous, serum-like — slightly "thick water" feel
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow
Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.