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.
Potassium SorbateMax 0.6% (acid)
Max concentration:0.6% (acid)
Sodium BenzoateMax a) 2.5% (acid) | b) 1.7% (acid) | c) 0.5% (acid)
Max concentration:a) 2.5% (acid) | b) 1.7% (acid) | c) 0.5% (acid)
Product types:a) Rinse-off products, except oral care products | b) Oral care products | c) Leave-on products
PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
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
4.6
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 4.6, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7
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
29 natural 2 unknown 9 synthetic
Based on 40 ingredients analyzed. 73% natural, 5% unknown and 22% synthetic.
Preservatives4 preservatives
FragranceContains added fragrance
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning11:Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Clitoria Ternatea Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment Lysate Filtrate, Cymbopogon Citratus (Lemon Grass) Extract, Maris Sal, Arginine Pca... +3 more
fragrance7:Beta-Sitosterol, Cellulose Gum, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool
type of chemical entity7:Ascorbyl Palmitate, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Potassium Sorbate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzyl Alcohol, Geraniol
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Watery liquid — absorbs instantly, may feel slightly sticky if glycerin-rich
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionVery fast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Fresh, weightless — absorbs completely leaving no residue
Watery, refreshing — absorbs in seconds with no residue. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.