Vitamin C Skin Boost Instant Smoother

primer · 30 ml · Makeup

The Body Shop Vitamin C Skin Boost Instant Smoother is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 24-ingredient list, with glycerin, vitamin c and dimethicone. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum), labelled fragrance allergens (Linalool, Limonene) and silicones (Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone).

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

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Key ingredients in Vitamin C Skin Boost Instant Smoother

Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
Vitamin C
An antioxidant that brightens and evens tone.
Dimethicone
A skin protectant that forms a breathable barrier.
Vitamin E
An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

1CyclopentasiloxaneA lightweight silicone that helps products spread smoothly and then evaporates, leaving…Silicones
2DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
3CyclohexasiloxaneSilicones
4Dimethicone CrosspolymerDimethicone Crosspolymer is a flexible, network-like silicone that gives a soft, smooth…Silicones
5Synthetic FluorphlogopiteA lab-made mica, a thin, plate-like mineral that gives makeup and skincare a soft…
6MicaMica is a group of shiny minerals that break into thin, flat plates. In cosmetics it…
7HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
8Ascorbic AcidAscorbic Acid is a form of vitamin C used as an antioxidant that helps brighten and…
9Bertholletia Excelsa Seed Oil
10TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
11GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
12ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
13Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate
14Polysilicone-11Silicones
15LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
16LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
17SilicaSilica is a fine, white powder made of silicon and oxygen that mainly helps control…
18Benzyl BenzoateBenzyl Benzoate is a clear, oily liquid with a mild, sweet scent. It mainly helps…Labelled fragrance allergens
19CitralCitral is a lemon-scented compound found in lemongrass and other citrus oils, used…Labelled fragrance allergens
20AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
21Hexyl CinnamalHexyl Cinnamal is a synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, floral scent. Its main…Labelled fragrance allergens
22Myrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract
23CitronellolCitronellol is a fragrance ingredient found naturally in plants like rose and…Labelled fragrance allergens
24CI 77891Titanium dioxide is a white mineral powder that scatters ultraviolet light, serving…

Source: The Body Shop product page, www.thebodyshop.com/products/vitamin-c-skin-boost-instant-smoother, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	Contains	Parfum (#12)
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	Contains	Linalool (#15), Limonene (#16), Benzyl Benzoate (#18), Citral (#19), Hexyl Cinnamal (#21), Citronellol (#23)
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	Contains	Cyclopentasiloxane (#1), Dimethicone (#2), Cyclohexasiloxane (#3), Dimethicone Crosspolymer (#4), Polysilicone-11 (#14)
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	None listed	—
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	None listed	—

Frequently asked questions

Is The Body Shop Vitamin C Skin Boost Instant Smoother fragrance-free?

No. The Body Shop Vitamin C Skin Boost Instant Smoother contains Parfum (ingredient 12 of 24).

Does The Body Shop Vitamin C Skin Boost Instant Smoother contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is The Body Shop Vitamin C Skin Boost Instant Smoother good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and dry skin: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Glycerin, Vitamin C, Dimethicone and Vitamin E.