The Expert Exfoliator
Exfoliant

The Expert Exfoliator

Novexpert
25Ingredients
0EU Banned
0Caution
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
80% Natural20% synthetic

Ingredient Chemistry

pH

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 3.6 — Suboptimal
3.6
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 3.6
Active ingredients: Gluconolactone, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Glycolic Acid
Gluconolactone at pH 3.6: optimal range (3.5–4.5)
Ascorbyl Glucoside at pH 3.6: very acidic — may increase irritation risk
Glycolic Acid at pH 3.6: optimal range (3–4)
Ascorbyl Glucoside at pH 3.6 is below the ideal range (5–7).
Detected actives & ideal pH
GluconolactonepH 3.5–4.5
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

80% natural20% synthetic
20 natural 5 synthetic

Based on 25 ingredients analyzed. 80% natural and 20% synthetic.

FragranceContains added fragrance

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning10:Gluconolactone, Jojoba Esters, Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Extract, Arginine, Sclerotium Gum, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Glucosyl Hesperidin, Volcanic Sand... +2 more
humectant3:Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Glucosyl Hesperidin
chelating3:Gluconolactone, Sodium Citrate, Phytic Acid

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Grainy scrub or thin chemical liquid — physical exfoliants feel gritty, chemical ones feel like water
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Smooth, refined — skin feels polished after rinsing

Gritty (physical) or tingling (chemical) — exfoliation sensation on skin. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.