e.l.f. Cosmetics e.l.f. Gentle Peeling Exfoliant
Works for
CleansingCarbomerCan be harsh
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
ExfoliationMicrocrystalline celluloseNot delivered
“e.l.f. Gentle Peeling Exfoliant”
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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Carica papaya leaf extract, Citrus reticulata fruit extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propylene glycol~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolMicrocrystalline cellulose~3.7–5.5%
Quaternium-60~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~2.1–3.2%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolCarbomer~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateCarica papaya leaf extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus reticulata fruit extract~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Caprylyl glycol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.2%
Parfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Propylene glycol, Microcrystalline cellulose, Quaternium-60, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Carbomer, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Carica papaya leaf extract, Citrus reticulata fruit extract, Caprylyl glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| e.l.f. Cosmeticse.l.f. Gentle Peeling ExfoliantYOUR PRODUCT | Skin GenericsChamomile Micellar 7% Active Complex | REVOLUTION SKINCAREVitamin C Brightening Micellar Water | Elizabeth ArdenVisible Difference Exfoliating Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 38% | 37% |
| Price | $11.00 | — | $5.34−$5.66 | $17.40+$6.40 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 3 | 1 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Decyl Glucoside | Ceramide 1 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"e. L. F. Cosmetics - e. L. F. Gentle Peeling Exfoliant" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate in this product (0.85% - 1.30%) can also further help improve the skin barrier. It might be able to calm down inflammation and reduce sensitivity. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate is an active compound from the licorice root.
- Humectants (glycerin 2.10% - 3.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails at around 11.70£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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