Lush Easy Peeler

Lush Easy Peeler

Review

Does Lush Easy Peeler work?

Lush Easy Peeler is a type of skincare product designed to be rinsed off, peeled off, or otherwise removed from the skin. Research confirming the moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, and soothing effects of such products is very limited. Therefore, we do not provide efficacy ratings for these types of skincare products.

However, you can explore the roles of specific ingredients in the Ingredients Explained section below.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
45
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.15
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Sodium Chloride
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Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
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Sodium Bicarbonate
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Solanum Tuberosum (Potato) Starch
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Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
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Sodium Coco-Sulfate
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Potassium Bitartrate
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Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit
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Limonene
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Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Oil
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Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Leaf Oil
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Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil
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Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
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Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Wax
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Water
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Cocamidopropyl Betaine
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Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
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Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
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Sodium Polyacrylate
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Citral
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Linalool
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Fragrance
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Orange 4 (CI 15510)
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Yellow 5 (CI 19140)
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Blue 1 (CI 42090)
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Ingredients explained

Sodium Chloride
Est. %45
Function
Origin
Sodium Chloride

You’re definitely familiar with sodium chloride, even if you don’t think you are. It’s table salt! Salt works well with some cleansing ingredients (surfactants) to thicken them into gels. It also acts as a stabilizer for water-in-oil emulsions.

Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed ButterAlso known as cocoa seed butter, it is a popular emollient and occlusive moisturizer. Skincare products with cocoa butter as their main ingredient have a sweet, chocolatey scent. Cocoa butter is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Sodium Bicarbonate
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Sodium BicarbonateA sodium salt that increases pH and removes dead skin cells.
Solanum Tuberosum (Potato) Starch
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Solanum Tuberosum (Potato) Starch
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) ButterA semi-solid, buttery fat extracted from the seeds of the Shea tree that is a wonderful occlusive and emollient ingredient mainly comprised of fatty acids. Shea butter contains a large amount of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds.
Sodium Coco-Sulfate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Sodium Coco-Sulfate
Potassium Bitartrate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Potassium Bitartrate
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit
Limonene
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Limonene

One of the most used fragrances in skincare products. It is produced from the peels of citrus fruits and has a fresh, pleasant, citrusy smell. People who are sensitive to citrus should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.

Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Oil
Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Leaf Oil
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil

An essential oil expressed from the peels of the bergamot orange. The scent of bergamot oil is woodier than those of other citrus essential oils. This essential oil is still not recommended if you are sensitive to citrus fruits.

Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel OilA fatty oil expressed from the seed kernels of apricot fruits. This oil is an emollient and occlusive moisturizer comprised of around 60% oleic acid, followed by linoleic and palmitic acid, carotenoids, vitamin E, and other antioxidant compounds.
Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed ButterA fat obtained from the kernel of the mango seed. It is a semi-solid, plant-based butter that is used for consumption, and as an emollient and occlusive moisturizer in skincare.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Wax
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Wax
Water
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
WaterThe 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.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mildly cleansing ingredient derived from coconut. It also produces the foam that tells us our soap is actually working to remove dirt and oils.
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Lauryl SulfateA synthetic soap-like ingredient that is used in cleansing products. It foams very well and is able to remove dirt and oil from the skin. It can be irritating.
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydroxypropyl MethylcelluloseA natural viscosity controlling agent that is commonly used in skin cleansing products to thicken the consistency. It also functions as an emulsion stabilizing agent and binding agent.
Sodium Polyacrylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium PolyacrylateThis white powder is primarily used as a viscosity controlling agent. It is added to the water phase, which then thickens to form a clear gel. Sodium polyacrylate can also serve as an emollient, absorbent, and emulsion stabilizer.
Citral
Est. %0.15
Function
Origin
Citral

A fragrant compound found in many essential oils (especially lemon myrtle and lemongrass essential oil). It has a sweet, lemon-like scent. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid products with citral, or at least do a patch test before using.

Linalool
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LinaloolA fragrant, volatile compound naturally present in many essential oils. It has a pleasant scent and is often used in skincare products as a fragrance. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.
Orange 4 (CI 15510)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Orange 4 (CI 15510)
Yellow 5 (CI 19140)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Yellow 5 (CI 19140)A bright yellow colorant that is often also listed as FD&C Yellow 5.
Blue 1 (CI 42090)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Blue 1 (CI 42090)A synthetic dye commonly known as Brilliant Blue FCF that produces rich blue colors for various cosmetic uses. FD&C Blue #1 can also be found in foods, medications, and dietary supplements, as it is considered non-toxic and safe for use.