Illuminating Exfoliant

Name: Illuminating Exfoliant
Brand: Emma Lewisham
SKU: ELSCLE1050

€55 • 100mL

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This triple action exfoliation treatment combines both physical and plant-based chemical exfoliants with an innovative, rinse-resistant hydration complex for advanced skin resurfacing without aggravation. An instant complexion boost, it delivers unparallelled smoothing, brightening and hydration for clearer, more even and radiant skin.

97%

Agree that their skin is deeply exfoliated without feeling scoured or irritated after using the Illuminating Exfoliant
90%

Agree that they want to continue purchasing Illuminating Exfoliant
81%

Agree that their complexion is clearer since using Illuminating Exfoliant
Source: Consumer Survey July 2022. Based on 30 respondents.

“Next-level exfoliation without the kitchen scourer effect… Biodegradable jojoba wax beads buff away without irritating the skin. It’s particularly good at removing suncream.”

Illuminating Exfoliant 100mL

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Intelligent Beauty

Skincare that works the way your skin does, formulated around the skin as a whole – not a single ingredient. Built on science, not trends. Our approach has earned recognition from some of the world’s most respected scientific minds, including a Nobel Prize Laureate. This is skincare your skin would choose.

Testing & Mechanism

Antioxidant protection

— Proven to provide antioxidant protection at a cellular level.

Source:

Independent in-vitro test (2021) investigating the inhibitory effect of product on macrophage cells.

Key Ingredient Complexes

14 Key ingredients | 74% Organic

Triple Action Exfoliation

Gentle acids, AHA from Lactic Acid and BHA from Willow Bark, draw out impurities and daily surface build up, while biodegradable Jojoba Wax Beads gently buff away debris without causing micro-tears. This chemical-physical exfoliant provides deep exfoliating action without aggravation for smoother, brighter and more even skin.

Hydrating and Protecting Complex

Saccharide Isomerate harnesses innovative ‘rinse-resistant’ hydration technology designed to provide deep 24-hour hydration, antioxidant rich botanicals visibly improve skin tone and texture, and Aloe barbadensis leaf juice and Glycerin calm and hydrate the skin to enable deep exfoliation without irritation. This innovative complex provides superior hydration long after the exfoliant is removed.

Clarifying Complex

Willow Bark and Kaolin work together to help target congestion. Willow bark, a naturally occurring BHA, exfoliates and prevents dead skin cells from congesting pores while Kaolin effectively absorbs excess oil that can lead to break outs.

Full Ingredient List

Aloe barbadensis leaf juice • Aqua / water / eau • Coco-caprylate • Cetearyl alcohol • Helianthus annuus seed oil • Hydrogenated jojoba oil • Glyceryl stearate citrate • Jojoba esters • Parfum (fragrance) • Glycerin • Pentylene glycol • Kaolin • Saccharide isomerate • Salix alba bark extract • Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract • Salvia hispanica seed oil • Malva sylvestris flower / leaf/ stem extract • Melissa officinalis flower / leaf/ stem extract • Leontopodium alpinum flower/leaf extract • Mentha piperita (peppermint) leaf extract • Primula veris extract • Veronica officinalis flower / leaf/ stem extract • Alaria esculenta extract • Alchemilla vulgaris flower / leaf/ stem extract • Citrus grandis peel oil • Achillea millefolium flower / leaf/ stem extract • Lactic acid • Mica • CI77491 (Iron oxides) • CI 77891 (Titanium dioxide) • Xanthan gum • Glyceryl caprylate • Caprylic/capric triglyceride • Citric Acid • Benzyl alcohol • Dehydroacetic acid • Linalool • Citral

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Application

Massage 2 pumps of Illuminating Exfoliant onto damp skin for 20 seconds before rinsing thoroughly with lukewarm water. Use 2-3 times a week in the evening.

For the best results, visit our Routines page to understand how to best incorporate this into your skincare routine.

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Emma's Tips

To supercharge your exfoliation, you can use your Illuminating Exfoliant as a mask. Apply it to dry skin and leave it on for 5-10 minutes to allow the AHAs and BHAs to deeply exfoliate. I then add a little water and massage the formulation into my face and neck for 1 minute before rinsing.

If exfoliating in the shower, I recommend cooling the water temperature slightly when cleansing your face to avoid drying out your skin.

Designed to be refilled

All our products are designed to be refilled, reducing their carbon footprint.

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Love

Love this exfoliant! Have also been using on my arms for kerastosis Polaris and it’s cleared up so quickly!!

Luxury

The best exfoliant ever, gentle on your skin but the best part is that it leaves your skin feeling more hydrated than before. Love how this makes me feel 💓

Polished

I’ve really enjoyed this. Used the one bottle and I def think my skin is brighter, less pores and smooth.

Gentle Exfoliater

This is the perfect exfoliator without stripping your skin, helps to keep my skin smooth when I get build up. It has a lovely creamy texture and beautiful smell too.

Used this for two years and never going back

This was my first ever purchase from Emma Lewisham and what got me interested in this brand. I use to have congestion build up in my t zone and around my chin but since using this three times a week I never have congestion.

My fav Emma lewisham product!!

I use this two to three times a week and it makes such a difference for my skin!! I love this product

3rd bottle, still a charm

Smells lovely and doesn't strip my skin. My permanent exfoliant now, onto my 3rd bottle.

Lovely to use

This does the job well gentle but effective well worth purchasing.

My fav!

Have been using this 2-3 times a week for over a year and it leaves my skin feeling so soft! The texture of my skin has also improved!! Would highly recommend!!

This exfoliant delivers a gentle yet effective glow boost without irritating the skin. After rinsing, skin feels softer, looks brighter, and has that fresh, just-had-a-facial radiance. It’s a great option if you want noticeable smoothing and luminosity without harsh scrubs or over-drying effects. This was my first ever EL purchase that got me hooked!