Emma Lewisham Illuminating Exfoliant with AHA/BHA 24 Hour Hydration
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MoisturizingCoco-caprylate, Cetearyl alcohol + 12 moreWorks
“Illuminating Exfoliant with AHA/BHA 24 Hour Hydration”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, saccharide isomerate.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: helianthus annuus seed oil, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.
ExfoliationLactic acid ~0.4–0.95%Under-dosed
“Illuminating Exfoliant with AHA/BHA 24 Hour Hydration”
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?
Irritancy13 strong irritants: Parfum, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract + 11 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Aloe barbadensis leaf extract~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractWater~11–17%
Coco-caprylate~5.3–7.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Coco-caprylateCetearyl alcohol~3.1–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholHelianthus annuus seed oil~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilGlyceryl stearate citrate~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citrateHydrogen~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilParfum~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumGlycerin~1–1.5%
- 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 GlycerinPentylene glycol~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolKaolin~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinSalix alba bark extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractHibiscus sabdariffa flower extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It might contain a compound anthocyanin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extractMentha piperita leaf extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Mentha piperita leaf extractLactic acid~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidPrimula veris extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Leontopodium alpinum flower/leaf extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saccharide isomerate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateAchillea millefolium extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Achillea millefolium extractAlaria esculenta extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a humectant helping to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be effective as an anti-oxidant.
More about Alaria esculenta extractAlchemilla vulgaris extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has astringent properties. In other words, it might be able to interact with keratin in the uppermost layer of the skin to reduce swelling and create a temporal tightening effect. It can be irritating
More about Alchemilla vulgaris extractMalva sylvestris extract~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Salvia hispanica seed oil~0.35–0.75%
- 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 oilCitrus grandis peel oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilMelissa officinalis leaf extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Melissa officinalis leaf extractVeronica officinalis extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mica~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaTitanium dioxide~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideXanthan gum~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumGlyceryl caprylate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.3–0.75%
- 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 triglycerideIron oxides~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesDehydroacetic acid~0.3–0.6%
Iron oxides~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesBenzyl alcohol~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholBenzyl benzoate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateCitral~0.1–0.45%
Citronellol~0.1–0.4%
Farnesol~0.1–0.4%
Geraniol~0.1–0.35%
Limonene~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.3%
Ingredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Water, Coco-caprylate, Cetearyl alcohol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Hydrogen, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Parfum, Glycerin, Pentylene glycol, Kaolin, Salix alba bark extract, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Mentha piperita leaf extract, Lactic acid, Primula veris extract, Leontopodium alpinum flower/leaf extract, Saccharide isomerate, Achillea millefolium extract, Alaria esculenta extract, Alchemilla vulgaris extract, Malva sylvestris extract, Salvia hispanica seed oil, Citrus grandis peel oil, Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Veronica officinalis extract, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Xanthan gum, Glyceryl caprylate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Iron oxides, Dehydroacetic acid, Iron oxides, Benzyl alcohol, Benzyl benzoate, Citral, Citronellol, Farnesol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| Emma LewishamIlluminating Exfoliant with AHA/BHA 24 Hour HydrationYOUR PRODUCT | NaturiumVegan Lactic Acid Emulsion 5% | Herbivore BotanicalsMilky Way 10% AHA + Oat Soothing Exfoliating Serum | HerbivoreMilky Way 10% AHA + Oat Soothing Exfoliating Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 53% | 51% | 51% |
| Price | — | — | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Gluconolactone | Gluconolactone |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extractonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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