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.
SODIUMSALICYLATEMax Salicylic acid: 0,5 % (acid) | Salicylic acid salts: 0,5 % (acid)
Max concentration:Salicylic acid: 0,5 % (acid) | Salicylic acid salts: 0,5 % (acid)
Product types:(a) Rinse-off hair products(b) Other products except body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant(c) Body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant
Conditions:(a) (b) (c)Not to be used in preparations for children under 3 years of age. Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation. Not to be used in oral products. For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product.These levels are inclusive of any use of salicylic acid.
Label warnings: Salicylic acid: | Not to be used for children under 3 years of age** | **Solely for products which might be used for children under 3 years of age. | Salicylic acid salts: | Not to be used for children under 3 years of age*** | ***Solely for products which might be used for children under 3 years of age and which remain in prolonged contact with the skin.
ETHANOLAMINEMax 0.5%
Max concentration:0.5%
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:- Do not use with nitrosating systems- Minimum purity: 99% - Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% (applies to raw materials) - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 microgram/kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers
TOLUENE-2
Product types:(a) Products intended for colouring eyelashes(b) Products intended for colouring eyelashes
Conditions:(a) (i) General use(a) (ii) Professional use(b) Professional useFor (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair or eyelashes must not exceed 2,0 % (calculated as free base) or 3,6 % (calculated as sulfate salt)
Label warnings: (a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio.' Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16.Temporary “black henna” tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if:— you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp,— you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair,— you have experienced a reaction to a temporary “black henna” tattoo in the past.Contains phenylenediamines (toluenediamines)(a) (i) Do not use to dye eyelashes.(a) (ii) Wear suitable gloves. For professional use only.’(b) As from 3 March 2018, to be printed on the label: The mixing ratio.' This product can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions.This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary “black henna” tattoos may increase the risk of allergy.Eyelashes shall not be coloured if the consumer:— has a rash on the face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp,— has experienced any reaction after colouring hair or eyelashes,— has experienced a reaction to a temporary “black henna” tattoo in the past.Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them.Contains phenylenediamines (toluenediamines).Wear suitable gloves.For professional use only’.
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.
Nanomaterial Ingredients
These ingredients are in nanomaterial form. EU law requires [nano] labelling in the ingredient list and pre-market notification to the Commission.
- nanoSILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE [NANO]Nanomaterial — requires mandatory labelling as [nano] per EU Regulation No 1223/2009 Art. 19.
Ingredient Chemistry
pH Efficacy
pH Efficacy
5.1
0Neutral 714
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 5.1, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Detected actives & ideal pH
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5
Microbiome
Composition & Ethics
Product Details
Attributes
Ethics
VeganUnknown
Formula contains banned substances
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
Cannot confirm due to banned substances
Safety
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
26 natural 10 unknown 22 synthetic
Based on 58 ingredients analyzed. 45% natural, 17% unknown and 38% synthetic.
Preservatives2 preservatives
FragranceContains added fragrance
Functions Overview (15)
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Concentrated serum or cream — lightweight yet nutrient-dense
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueNoticeable
Finish:Clean, manageable hair — not a skin finish
Lather and slip — designed for even distribution through hair strands. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.