Ingredient Chemistry
pH Efficacy
pH Efficacy
6.2
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 6.2, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 6.2, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Detected actives & ideal pH
NiacinamidepH 5–7
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5
Microbiome
Composition & Ethics
Product Details
Attributes
Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Reef-SafeLikely
No reef-harmful ingredients detected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
26 natural 2 unknown 11 synthetic
Based on 39 ingredients analyzed. 67% natural, 5% unknown and 28% synthetic.
UV filters1 filter
TypeMineral
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning9:Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polyester-8, Lauroyl Lysine, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Niacinamide, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate... +1 more
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Light lotion that absorbs reasonably fast
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueNoticeable
Finish:Soft matte — natural-looking, shine-controlled
Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.
