L'Oreal Paris Preference 11.21 Ultra Light Cool Pearl Blonde
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L'Oreal Paris Preference 11.21 Ultra Light Cool Pearl Blonde

LOreal
66Ingredients
1EU Banned
23Caution
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
High Allergens10 fragrance allergens
39% 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.

BENZYL ALCOHOLMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
Product types:(a) Solvent(b) Fragrance/ aromatic compositions/ their raw materials
Conditions:For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds:— 0,001 % in leave-on products— 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
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
AMMONIUM HYDROXIDEMax 6.0%
Max concentration:6.0%
Product types:All cosmetic products
Label warnings: Above 2%: Contains ammonia
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 unknown

No pH-dependent actives detected in this formula.

Ingredients like Vitamin C (L-AA), AHA/BHA, and retinoids are influenced by pH. If your product contains one, check the label or brand website for pH info.

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

39% natural38% synthetic
26 natural 15 unknown 25 synthetic

Based on 66 ingredients analyzed. 39% natural, 23% unknown and 38% synthetic.

Preservatives3 preservatives
FragranceContains added fragrance
Silicones1 silicone

Functions Overview (15)

fragrance10:OCTYLDODECANOL, PARFUM, FRAGRANCE., LIMONENE, LINALOOL, HEXYL CINNAMAL, AMYL CINNAMAL, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL... +2 more
solvent7:AQUA, WATER, ALCOHOL DENAT., TOLUENE-2, DEVELOPER CREAM: AQUA, 1217043 A- SHINE PROTECT CONDITIONER: AQUA, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL
skin conditioning7:CETYL ESTERS, SODIUM PCA, CAMELINA SATIVA SEED OIL, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL, SUNFLOWER SEED OIL, COCOS NUCIFERA OIL, CAMELLIA OLEIFERA SEED OIL.

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Soft hydrating gel — water-based, lightweight feel
SpreadabilityModerate
AbsorptionVery fast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow

Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish. Cooling sensation on application with rapid dry-down.