Natural Instincts 3 Ebony Mocha, Brown Black Semi Permanent Hair Colour
Hair Treatment

Natural Instincts 3 Ebony Mocha, Brown Black Semi Permanent Hair Colour

Natural
64Ingredients
0EU Banned
22Caution
0.3/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.3/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
High Allergens6 fragrance allergens
41% Natural44% 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.

Etidronic Acid.Max 1.5%
Max concentration:1.5%
Product types:(a) Hair product(b) Soap
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
Sodium SulfiteMax 0.2% (as free SO2)
Max concentration:0.2% (as free SO2)
Product types:(a) Oxidative hair dye products(b) Hair straightening products(c) Self-tanning products for the face(d) Other self-tanning products
Conditions: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
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.

Product Type Restrictions

The following ingredients are restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation (Annex III/V) for specific product types — but this product appears to be a Hair Treatment. Verify compliance.

  • MethylchloroisothiazolinoneRestricted to rinse-off products only
    Rinse-off

Ingredient Chemistry

pH

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 4.7 — Suboptimal
4.7
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 4.7
Active ingredients: Glycolic Acid, L-Ascorbic Acid, Salicylic Acid
Glycolic Acid at pH 4.7: likely ineffective — above 4.5
L-Ascorbic Acid at pH 4.7: likely ineffective — above 4
Salicylic Acid at pH 4.7: likely ineffective — above 4.5
Glycolic Acid is at pH 4.7, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 4.7, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Salicylic Acid is at pH 4.7, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5
Salicylic 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

41% natural43% synthetic
26 natural 10 unknown 28 synthetic

Based on 64 ingredients analyzed. 41% natural, 16% unknown and 43% synthetic.

Preservatives3 preservatives
FragranceContains added fragrance
Silicones2 silicones

Functions Overview (15)

fragrance9:Parfum, Fragrance, Disodium Phosphate, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, BHT... +1 more
type of chemical entity8:Citric Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate., Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Sorbate
hair dyeing6:2-Methoxymethyl-p-Phenylenediamine, p-Aminophenol, 2-Methylresorcinol, Resorcinol, m-Aminophenol, 4-Amino-2-Hydroxytoluene

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Concentrated serum or cream — lightweight yet nutrient-dense
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionSlow
Tackiness / ResidueNoticeable
Finish:Clean, manageable hair — not a skin finish

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