Shankara Gheesutra Nourishing Exfoliator

Shankara Gheesutra Nourishing Exfoliator

Review

Does Shankara Gheesutra Nourishing Exfoliator work?

Shankara Gheesutra Nourishing Exfoliator 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.

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Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
80
6
4
3
2
1.5
1.3
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0.3
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0.3
0.3
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0.3
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
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Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum
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Bambusa Vulgaris Extract
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Rosa Centifolia Extract
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Seed
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Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
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Water
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Silica
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Sodium Hyaluronate
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Agar
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Sodium Gluconate
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Glycerin
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Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract
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Xanthan Gum
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Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba (Guar) Gum
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Callus Powder
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Tocopherol
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Ingredients explained

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Est. %80
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceA gelatinous juice from Aloe vera leaves that acts as a powerful humectant, emollient, and antioxidant. It contains enzymes, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals that soothe irritated skin and have wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum
Bambusa Vulgaris Extract
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Bambusa Vulgaris ExtractA soothing extract derived from bamboo stems and leaves with various antioxidant flavonoids. It also contains some silica that our hair and skin need in order to maintain their proper structure and strength.
Rosa Centifolia Extract
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Rosa Centifolia Extract
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Seed
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Seed
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root ExtractAn extract from the licorice root. It contains a well-researched anti-inflammatory compound called glycyrrhizin that can reduce inflammation. Licorice root extract is also used for its powerful antioxidant effects and ability to treat pigmentation.
Water
Est. %1.3
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.
Silica
Est. %1
Function
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SilicaA widely used cosmetic ingredient with the same chemical composition as the sand found on beaches. A common function of silica is its ability to control viscosity. In certain chemical forms, it can effectively thicken cream-style products.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Agar
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AgarA multifunctional jelly derived from red algae that can thicken water-based products.
Sodium Gluconate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium GluconateA chelating ingredient that ensures that the harmful metal ions in a formula are unreactive. It also protects other ingredients from degrading.
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
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Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Populus Tremuloides Bark ExtractAn extract from the bark of the American aspen with anti-inflammatory and sebum controlling properties.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba (Guar) Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba (Guar) GumA plant-based gum extracted from the seeds of guar or cluster bean. It is comprised of various polysaccharides and is used as a thickening and gelling agent.
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilA liquid plant wax, also known as Jojoba oil, pressed from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis. These seeds can contain up to 50% of liquid wax. It is used as an occlusive moisturizer, emollient, and emulsifier.
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Callus Powder
Est. %0.3
Function
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Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Callus Powder
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
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Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
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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.