Listerine Total Care Zero Alcohol Antibacterial Mouthwash Less Intense Taste 250mL
Oral Care

Listerine Total Care Zero Alcohol Antibacterial Mouthwash Less Intense Taste 250mL

Listerine
18Ingredients
0EU Banned
7Caution
0.5/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.5/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Mod. Allergens5 fragrance allergens
39% Natural33% 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 ChlorideMax 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
Benzoic AcidMax a) 2.5% (acid) | b) 1.7% (acid) | c) 0.5% (acid)
Max concentration:a) 2.5% (acid) | b) 1.7% (acid) | c) 0.5% (acid)
Product types:a) Rinse-off products, except oral care products | b) Oral care products | c) Leave-on products
Sodium BenzoateMax a) 2.5% (acid) | b) 1.7% (acid) | c) 0.5% (acid)
Max concentration:a) 2.5% (acid) | b) 1.7% (acid) | c) 0.5% (acid)
Product types:a) Rinse-off products, except oral care products | b) Oral care products | c) Leave-on 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.

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 Oral Care. Verify compliance.

  • CI 16035Restricted to hair products
    Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products

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-FreeContains fluoride
Contains fluoride
SLS-FreeContains SLS
Contains SLS (may cause irritation)
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

39% natural33% synthetic
7 natural 5 unknown 6 synthetic

Based on 18 ingredients analyzed. 39% natural, 28% unknown and 33% synthetic.

Preservatives1 preservative

Functions Overview (15)

fragrance5:Sorbitol, Benzoic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Saccharin, Thymol
denaturant5:Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Eucalyptol, Thymol, Methyl Salicylate, CI 42090 Active Ingredients: Eucalyptol
perfuming4:Sorbitol, Eucalyptol, Methyl Salicylate, CI 42090 Active Ingredients: Eucalyptol

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. Noticeable cooling / tingling sensation upon application.