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Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash

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Elemis

Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash

cleanser · 200 ml · Skincare

Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash is free of essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 38-ingredient list, with glycerin, lactic acid and shea butter. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Fragrance (Parfum)).

  • Contains fragrance
  • No essential oils
  • No labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom

Key ingredients in Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Lactic acid (AHA)

    A gentler, hydrating exfoliant.

  • Shea butter

    A rich emollient for dry skin and hair.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

38 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1Aqua/Water/EauAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Sodium Lauroyl SarcosinateSodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate is a gentle cleansing agent, called a surfactant, that lifts…
  3. 3GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  4. 4Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  5. 5Acrylates CopolymerA film-forming polymer made from linked acrylic building blocks. Its main job is to…
  6. 6Polysorbate 20Polysorbate 20 is a mild, water-soluble emulsifier made from sorbitol and a lauric-type…
  7. 7Coco-GlucosideCoco-Glucoside is a mild, plant-based cleanser made from coconut-derived fatty alcohols…
  8. 8Glycol DistearateGlycol Distearate is a waxy solid made by joining glycol with stearic acid. Its main…
  9. 9Glyceryl OleateGlyceryl Oleate is a gentle, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and helps oil and…
  10. 10Sodium LactateSodium Lactate is the sodium salt of lactic acid, a mild alpha hydroxy acid. It mainly…
  11. 11Dicaprylyl EtherA light, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and hair and helps products spread…
  12. 12PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  13. 13Lauryl Alcohol
  14. 14Fragrance (Parfum)Aroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  15. 15Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  16. 16Orbignya Oleifera (Babassu) Seed Oil
  17. 17Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  18. 18Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
  19. 19Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
  20. 20Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  21. 21ChlorphenesinChlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative that mainly keeps mold and yeast from growing…
  22. 22Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  23. 23Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
  24. 24Papain
  25. 25Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
  26. 26Galactoarabinan
  27. 27Behenyl AlcoholBehenyl alcohol is a long-chain fatty alcohol, a waxy solid that softens skin and hair…
  28. 28Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
  29. 29Benzoic AcidA small, naturally occurring acid that helps keep formulas fresh by slowing the growth…
  30. 30Moringa Pterygosperma Seed Extract
  31. 31Hydrogenated Castor OilA plant-derived wax made from castor oil with added hydrogen. Its main job is to…
  32. 32Disodium PhosphateDisodium Phosphate is a salt of phosphoric acid and sodium. In skincare and haircare it…
  33. 33Stearyl AlcoholStearyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol, often made from plant oils, that thickens…
  34. 34Protease
  35. 35Subtilisin
  36. 36TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  37. 37Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides CitrateA palm-derived emulsifier made from hydrogenated glycerides reacted with citric acid,…
  38. 38Poria Cocos (White Truffle) Extract

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/0641628005208, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsFragrance (Parfum) (#14)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash fragrance-free?

No. Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash contains Fragrance (Parfum) (ingredient 14 of 38).

Does Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, body acne and pregnancy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Glycerin, Lactic acid (AHA), Shea butter and Vitamin E.

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