Taft Mousse Curl Definition 200g
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Taft Mousse Curl Definition 200g

Taft
24Ingredients
0EU Banned
4Caution
0.2/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.2/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Mod. Allergens5 fragrance allergens
46% Natural38% synthetic

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.

Linalool
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
Hexyl Cinnamal
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
Limonene
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
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

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 5.4 — Suboptimal
5.4
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 5.4
Active ingredients: Glycolic Acid
Glycolic Acid at pH 5.4: likely ineffective — above 4.5
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.4, 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
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

46% natural37% synthetic
11 natural 4 unknown 9 synthetic

Based on 24 ingredients analyzed. 46% natural, 17% unknown and 37% synthetic.

Preservatives2 preservatives
FragranceContains added fragrance

Functions Overview (15)

fragrance5:Sodium Benzoate, Parfum, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene
solvent3:Aqua, PEG-32, PEG-40
propellant3:Butane, Propane, Isobutane

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Variable — gels are stiff and hold-focused, creams are pliable, waxes are firm and moldable
SpreadabilityModerate
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Clean, manageable hair — not a skin finish

Lather and slip — designed for even distribution through hair strands.