Overview
Jan Marini Bioglycolic Resurfacing Body Scrub falls into the category of products that are meant to be rinsed off, peeled off, or taken off. We believe that the moisturizing effects of these products end as soon as they are removed from the skin, no matter how many moisturizing ingredients are on the ingredient list. This is why we don’t provide a moisturizing rating for them.
- ALCOHOL-FREE
- NON-COMEDOGENIC
- PHTHALATE-FREE
- SILICONE-FREE
- PARABEN-FREE
- ESSENTIAL OIL-FREE
- OIL-FREE
| Ingredient | Origin | Functions |
|---|---|---|
| Water | Naturally occurring | Formula Helper |
| Polylactic Acid | Botanical, Synthetic | Abrasive |
| Glycolic Acid | Synthetic | Anti-wrinkle,Anti-acne,Exfoliant,Soothing,Formula Helper |
| C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate | Synthetic | Emollient,Antimicrobial,Formula Helper |
| Cetyl Ethylhexanoate | Botanical, Synthetic, Animal | Emollient,Formula Helper |
| Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate | Botanical, Synthetic | Cleansing,Formula Helper |
| Cetyl Alcohol | Botanical, Animal | Emollient,Fragrance,Formula Helper |
| Glyceryl Stearate | Botanical, Synthetic | Emollient,Fragrance,Formula Helper |
| PEG-100 Stearate | Synthetic | Cleansing,Formula Helper |
| C12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester | Synthetic | Formula Helper |
| Sodium Hydroxide | Synthetic | Formula Helper |
| Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice | Botanical | Moisturizing (humectant),Antioxidant,Soothing,Emollient |
Ingredients explained
The most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
The second most used AHA (after lactic acid) with potent exfoliating and smoothing effects. It increases skin cell turnover, which is beneficial for acne and rosacea and decreases inflammation. When used in peels, GA may have an anti-wrinkle activity.
A synthetic emollient ester. It works to improve the appearance of the skin by filling in the microcracks on the surface, thereby making the skin appear softer and smoother. It imparts a lightweight, velvety feel.
A clear, pale yellow liquid, that functions as an emollient and a solvent, meaning that it is useful for dissolving oil-soluble ingredients.