Ingredient Chemistry
pH Efficacy
pH Efficacy
5.6
0Neutral 714
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 5.6, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Detected actives & ideal pH
RetinolpH 5–6
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
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Key Actives
Contains RetinolConfirmed
Contains vitamin A derivative
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
13 natural 2 unknown 14 synthetic
Based on 29 ingredients analyzed. 45% natural, 7% unknown and 48% synthetic.
Preservatives1 preservative
FragranceContains added fragrance
Silicones2 silicones
Humectants2 humectants
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning - emollient5:Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Stearyl Alcohol, Isohexadecane, Caprylyl Glycol, C13-14 Isoparaffin
skin conditioning5:Isohexadecane, Trisiloxane, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydrolyzed Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract, Retinol
viscosity controlling4:Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Stearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Cellulose
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Lightweight gel-cream — fresh, water-like feel
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionVery fast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow
Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish. Powder-like dry finish typical of "soft focus" pore-blurring primers.