Velvet Yam Pressed Serum
Serum

Velvet Yam Pressed Serum

Blithe
26Ingredients
0EU Banned
3Caution
0.6/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.6/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Low Allergens2 fragrance allergens
58% Natural38% synthetic
Ingredient Analysis

Key Ingredients

Proven ActivesBeneficial ingredients with clinical evidence
Dioscorea Villosa (Wild Yam) Root ExtractGOODCaprylic/​Capric TriglycerideEXCELLENTGlycerinEXCELLENTButylene Glycol (Humectant)GOOD2-HexanediolGOODMacadamia Integrifolia Seed OilGOOD

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.

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated as ‘Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil’ in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when the concentration of the substance or substances exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions: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.
Potassium HydroxideMax 5.0%
Max concentration:5.0%
Product types:(a) Nail cuticle solvent(b) Hair straightener(c) pH adjuster for depilatories(d) Other uses as pH adjusterCallosity softener/remover (entry 15d)
Conditions:(b)1. General use2. Professional use(c) up to pH 12.7(d) up to pH 1115 d Contains alcakali, Avoid contact with eyesKeep out of reach of chindren ans Read directions for use carefully
Label warnings: (a) Contains alkali Avoid contact with eyes Can cause blindness Keep out of reach of children(b) 1. Contains alkaliAvoid contact with eyes Can cause blindness Keep out of reach of children2. For professional use only Avoid contact with eyes Can cause blindness(c) Keep out of reach of children Avoid contact with eyes
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
Fragrance-FreeLikely
No fragrance ingredients detected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

58% natural38% synthetic
15 natural 1 unknown 10 synthetic

Based on 26 ingredients analyzed. 58% natural, 4% unknown and 38% synthetic.

Fragrance1 essential oil
Silicones1 silicone

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning6:Dioscorea Villosa (Wild Yam) Root Extract, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
fragrance5:Hydrogenated Polydecene, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Aniba Rosaeodora (Rosewood) Wood Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
solvent3:Caprylic/​Capric Triglyceride, 2-Hexanediol, Hydrogenated Polydecene

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Viscous, serum-like — slightly "thick water" feel
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow

Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.