Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Mask
Mask

Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Mask

BIOSSANCE
16Ingredients
0EU Banned
3Caution
0.6/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.6/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Low Allergens1 fragrance allergen
75% Natural19% 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.

Citronellol
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
Rosa Gallica Flower Powder
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
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 4.2 — Suboptimal
4.2
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 4.2
Active ingredients: L-Ascorbic Acid, Ferulic Acid
L-Ascorbic Acid at pH 4.2: likely ineffective — above 4
Ferulic Acid at pH 4.2: optimal range (3–4.5)
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 4.2, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Detected actives & ideal pH
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5
Ferulic AcidpH 3–4.5

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

75% natural19% synthetic
12 natural 1 unknown 3 synthetic

Based on 16 ingredients analyzed. 75% natural, 6% unknown and 19% synthetic.

Preservatives1 preservative
Fragrance1 essential oil

Functions Overview (15)

type of chemical entity3:Ascorbic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate
solvent2:Water/​Aqua/​Eau, Propanediol
group of stereoisomers2:Squalane, Citronellol

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Variable — clay masks are thick and drying, sheet masks are wet and cooling, cream masks are rich and hydrating
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionSlow
Tackiness / ResidueNoticeable
Finish:Variable — clay masks dry matte, hydrating masks leave dewy finish

Variable — clay tightens as it dries, hydrating masks feel cool and plumping. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.