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.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated ‘Lavandula Oil/ Extract’ in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when the concentration of the substance or substances exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Flower Oil
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.
Cupressus Sempervirens (Cypress) Oil
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:Peroxide value less than 10 mmoles/L (15)
Label warnings: (15 ) 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
4.0
0Neutral 714
Retinol at pH 4 is below the ideal range (5–6).
Detected actives & ideal pH
RetinolpH 5–6
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
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
20 natural 2 unknown 8 synthetic
Based on 30 ingredients analyzed. 67% natural, 7% unknown and 26% synthetic.
Preservatives3 preservatives
Fragrance4 essential oils
Functions Overview (15)
fragrance9:Olea Europaea(Olive) Fruit Oil, Cetyl Palmitate, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Flower Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary)Leaf Oil, Methylparaben, Linalool, Limonene... +1 more
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Watery liquid — absorbs instantly, may feel slightly sticky if glycerin-rich
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionVery fast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Fresh, weightless — absorbs completely leaving no residue
Watery, refreshing — absorbs in seconds with no residue.