Ingredient Chemistry
pH Efficacy
pH Efficacy
5.3
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.3, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 5.3, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7
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
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
29 natural 7 synthetic
Based on 36 ingredients analyzed. 81% natural and 19% synthetic.
Preservatives1 preservative
FragranceContains added fragrance
Humectants3 humectants
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning10:Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cocoglycerides, Decyl Oleate, Arginine, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Glycerides, Glutamine... +2 more
type of chemical entity7:Tocopheryl Acetate, Panthenol, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Ascorbic Acid
skin conditioning - emollient4:C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cocoglycerides, Hydrogenated Vegetable Glycerides, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Lightweight gel-cream — fresh, water-like feel
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueNoticeable
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow
Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.