Drunk Elephant Scrubbi Bamboes Body Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Coco-glucoside + 7 moreCleanses gently
“What it is: An exfoliating, antioxidant-rich jelly-to-foam body cleanser that cleanses, visibly softens, hydrates, and soothes with a natural sweet vanilla scent.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (acrylates crosspolymer-4, cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, lauryl glucoside, linoleic acid, linolenic acid, sodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, sodium methyl oleoyl taurate) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside
ExfoliationGluconolactone ~0.1–0.15%, below the ~1% it needsUnder-dosed
“What it is: An exfoliating, antioxidant-rich jelly-to-foam body cleanser that cleanses, visibly softens, hydrates, and soothes with a natural sweet vanilla scent.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Vanilla planifolia fruit extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~7.6–9.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineCoco-glucoside~5.8–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinSodium lauroyl methyl isethionate~2.5–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionateSodium methyl oleoyl taurate~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium methyl oleoyl taurateBambusa arundinacea stem extract~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propanediol~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolAcrylates crosspolymer-4~1.2–1.5%
Sodium cocoyl glutamate~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamateLauryl glucoside~0.75–1.1%
Salvia hispanica seed oil~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chia seed oil. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might be helpful in repairing skin barrier
More about Salvia hispanica seed oilSodium pca~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideTocopherol~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolSclerocarya birrea seed oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.
More about Sclerocarya birrea seed oilLinum usitatissimum seed oil~0.3–0.55%
Squalane~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneVanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractSodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSodium lactate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactatePca~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about PcaAlanine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineArginine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineGlycine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineHistidine~0.2–0.4%
Isoleucine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function
More about IsoleucinePhenylalanine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Proline~0.25–0.4%
Serine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineThreonine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about ThreonineValine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pseudozyma epicola/camellia sinensis seed oil ferment extract filtrate~0.2–0.4%
Linoleic acid~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
More about Linoleic acidLinolenic acid~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and calm down inflammation
More about Linolenic acidCalcium gluconate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product
More about Calcium gluconateAspartic acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps increase skin hydration and might help to slightly improve skin firmness, potentially reducing lines and wrinkles
More about Aspartic acidCitric acid~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidGluconolactone~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneSodium chloride~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Coco-glucoside, Glycerin, Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, Sodium methyl oleoyl taurate, Bambusa arundinacea stem extract, Propanediol, Acrylates crosspolymer-4, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Lauryl glucoside, Salvia hispanica seed oil, Sodium pca, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Tocopherol, Sclerocarya birrea seed oil, Linum usitatissimum seed oil, Squalane, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium lactate, Pca, Alanine, Arginine, Glycine, Histidine, Isoleucine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Serine, Threonine, Valine, Pseudozyma epicola/camellia sinensis seed oil ferment extract filtrate, Linoleic acid, Linolenic acid, Calcium gluconate, Aspartic acid, Citric acid, Gluconolactone, Sodium chloride, Sodium benzoate
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Drunk ElephantScrubbi Bamboes Body CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | EveredenKids Multi-Vitamin Body Wash Mini - . / Cool Peach | NaturiumThe Calmer Ceramide Body Wash | SVRCicavit+ Foaming Gel Soothing Purifying | |
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| Match | — | 37% | 33% | 33% |
| Price | $22.00 | $9.00−$13.00 | $14.15−$7.85 | $13.12−$8.88 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 15 of 26 | 8 of 26 | 2 of 26 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Ceramide Eop | Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 34 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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