Schwarzkopf LIVE Colour Red Embers Semi Permanent 75ml
Hair Treatment

Schwarzkopf LIVE Colour Red Embers Semi Permanent 75ml

Schwarzkopf
21Ingredients
0EU Banned
6Caution
0.3/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.3/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
38% 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.
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1)g when its concentration exceeds: - 0.001% in leave-on products- 0.01% in rinse-off products
PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
PropylparabenMax - 0,14% (as acid) for the sum of the individual concentrations | - 0,8% (as acid) for mixtures of substances mentioned in entry 12 and 12a, here the sum of the individual concentrations of butyl and propylparaben and their salts does not exceed 0,14%
Max concentration:- 0,14% (as acid) for the sum of the individual concentrations | - 0,8% (as acid) for mixtures of substances mentioned in entry 12 and 12a, here the sum of the individual concentrations of butyl and propylparaben and their salts does not exceed 0,14%
Label warnings: For leave-on products designed for children under three years of age: "Do not use on the nappy area"
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

38% natural38% synthetic
8 natural 5 unknown 8 synthetic

Based on 21 ingredients analyzed. 38% natural, 24% unknown and 38% synthetic.

Preservatives3 preservatives
FragranceContains added fragrance

Functions Overview (15)

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

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

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