Laura Mercier Ambre Vanille Exfoliating Body Wash
Works for
CleansingSodium cocoyl isethionate, Lauryl glucoside + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Indulge with Laura Mercier's exfoliating Body Wash.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate, lauryl glucoside, peg-100 stearate, sodium cocoyl isethionate) 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.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Indulge with Laura Mercier's exfoliating Body Wash.”
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?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Parfum, Benzyl salicylate + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Glycerin~22–33%
- 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 GlycerinSucrose~7–10.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion
More about SucroseWater~4.2–6.3%
Sodium cocoyl isethionate~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateRicinus communis seed oil~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Ricinus communis seed oilLauryl glucoside~2.1–3.2%
C12-15 alkyl benzoate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateCetearyl alcohol~1.4–2.2%
- 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 alcoholParfum~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumGlyceryl stearate~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateFragaria vesca seed~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hectorite~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prunus domestica seed oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus domestica seed oilBorago officinalis seed oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
More about Borago officinalis seed oilOlea europaea leaf extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties but evidence for effectiveness in skin is missing
More about Olea europaea leaf extractPorphyridium cruentum extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A red algae extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have an antioxidant effect
More about Porphyridium cruentum extractTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate1,2-hexanediol~0.4–0.9%
Caprylyl glycol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCitric acid~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSea water~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dissolves other ingredients. It does not have additional skin benefits compared to plain water
More about Sea waterPropanediol~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolBenzyl salicylate~0.1–0.35%
Coumarin~0.05–0.25%
Limonene~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimonenePotassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.2%
Benzyl alcohol~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholIngredient list view
Glycerin, Sucrose, Water, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Ricinus communis seed oil, Lauryl glucoside, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Cetearyl alcohol, Parfum, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Fragaria vesca seed, Hectorite, Prunus domestica seed oil, Borago officinalis seed oil, Olea europaea leaf extract, Porphyridium cruentum extract, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Citric acid, Sea water, Propanediol, Benzyl salicylate, Coumarin, Limonene, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Benzyl alcohol
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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.
| Laura MercierAmbre Vanille Exfoliating Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeDiabetics' Dry Skin Relief Cleansing Body Wash Fragrance Free | ATTITUDEShower Gel : SENSITIVE SKIN | KosasGood Body Skin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 36% | 36% |
| Price | $52.00 | — | $9.12−$42.88 | $22.00−$30.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 2 of 9 | 2 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil | Glycolic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | 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 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
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