Colgate Optic White Teeth Whitening Mouthwash with Optic Brightener, Alcohol Free 500mL
Oral Care

Colgate Optic White Teeth Whitening Mouthwash with Optic Brightener, Alcohol Free 500mL

Colgate
13Ingredients
0EU Banned
2Caution
0.0/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
0.0/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
Low Allergens1 fragrance allergen
46% Natural31% 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.

Zinc CitrateMax 72.0%
Max concentration:72.0%
Product types:(a) Toothpaste intended for users above 1 year of age(b) Toothpaste intended for children between 6 months and 1 year of age(c) Mouthwash intended for users above 6 years of age(d) Other products
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.
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
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fluoride-FreeLikely
No fluoride detected
SLS-FreeLikely
SLS-free formula
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

46% natural31% synthetic
6 natural 3 unknown 4 synthetic

Based on 13 ingredients analyzed. 46% natural, 23% unknown and 31% synthetic.

Preservatives1 preservative

Functions Overview (15)

oral care4:Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate, Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate, Zinc Citrate, Sodium Saccharin
humectant2:Glycerin, Sorbitol
fragrance2:Sorbitol, Sodium Saccharin

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Paste or gel — thick enough to stay on brush, foams with brushing
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionSlow
Tackiness / ResidueNoticeable
Finish:Clean, fresh mouth feel

Minty or neutral — foaming action provides cleaning sensation. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.