Naturium The Smoother Glycolic Acid Body Lotion
Works for
3 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Exfoliation2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“8 fl oz/234 ml Our glycolic acid body lotion exfoliates and resurfaces to reveal softer skin.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid.
Evens skin tone1 ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
“Formulated with high-purity 10% glycolic acid, this lotion effectively works to smooth texture and brighten tone, decreasing the appearance of dark spots.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Moisturizing13 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“Plus, our nourishing shea butter helps boost skin's moisture, revealing healthier looking skin. Developed for all skin types.”
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:
anhydroxylitol, glycerin.
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, dimethicone.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · 3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycolic acid~4.9–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidC12-15 alkyl benzoate~3.8–5.7%
- 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~2.3–3.4%
- 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 alcoholIsopropyl palmitate~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitateSodium hydroxide~1.7–2.6%
Olus oil~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Olus oilVegetable oil~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Vegetable oilButyrospermum parkii butter~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterGlycerin~0.95–1.4%
- 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 GlycerinDimethicone~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeGlyceryl stearate~0.5–1.15%
- 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 stearateC13-15 alkane~0.4–0.95%
Magnesium aluminum silicate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicatePotassium cetyl phosphate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateHippophae rhamnoides fruit/seed oil~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Candelilla cera~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Euphorbia cerifera wax~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Candelilla cera~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Allantoin~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinXanthan gum~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHydrogenated vegetable oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated vegetable oilXylitylglucoside~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosideAnhydroxylitol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolXylitol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Glycolic acid, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Cetearyl alcohol, Isopropyl palmitate, Sodium hydroxide, Olus oil, Vegetable oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Glyceryl stearate, C13-15 alkane, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit/seed oil, Candelilla cera, Euphorbia cerifera wax, Candelilla cera, Allantoin, Xanthan gum, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Isopropyl Isostearatejournals.sagepub.com
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