The Body Shop Drops of Light Pure Resurfacing Liquid Peel
Works for
CleansingCarbomer, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Transforming gel-to-peel technology that traps and gently peels off impurities and dead skin cells to unveil healthy-looking skin that feels resurfaced from first use*.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, cetrimonium chloride, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil) 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: cetrimonium chloride
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Drops of Light™ Pure Resurfacing Liquid Peel”
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: Alcohol denat., Parfum + 1 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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Water~40–60%
Alcohol denat.~7.4–11.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Propylene glycol~3.5–5.2%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~2.8–4.1%
- 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 GlycerinCarbomer~2–3%
- 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 CarbomerPpg-26-buteth-26~1.7–2.5%
Palmitamidopropyltrimonium chloride~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilQuaternium-80~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidParfum~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSclerocarya birrea seed oil~0.4–1%
- 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 oilBehentrimonium chloride~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Palmaria palmata extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Palmaria palmata extractCetrimonium chloride~0.05–0.1%
Isopropyl alcohol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A drying alcohol. Can increase skin's sensitivity and cause dryness and irritation
More about Isopropyl alcoholLinalool~0.05–0.15%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Alcohol denat., Propylene glycol, Glycerin, Carbomer, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Palmitamidopropyltrimonium chloride, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Quaternium-80, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Parfum, Sclerocarya birrea seed oil, Behentrimonium chloride, Palmaria palmata extract, Cetrimonium chloride, Isopropyl alcohol, Linalool, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| The Body ShopDrops of Light Pure Resurfacing Liquid PeelYOUR PRODUCT | Wish FormulaC200 Bubble Peeling Pad 1pc | GleaminClarifying Brightening Cleanser | Medica ForteThe Perfect Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% | 49% | 44% |
| Price | — | $8.20 | $22.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Glycolic Acid | Lactobionic Acid | Azelaic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | Contains 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 10 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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