Payot Exfoliating Oil Gel

Payot

Exfoliating Oil Gel

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General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
71%
Combination (dry)
71%
Balanced
99%
Combination (oily)
69%
Oily
69%

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Ingredients
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Benefits
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The transforming exfoliator for radiant, comfortable skin. This melting facial scrub harnesses real raspberry seeds for an ultra-gentle exfoliation. On contact, its gel texture transforms beneath your fingertips into a sumptuous oil that lifts away impurities without harshness. Add water, and it becomes a generous milk that leaves the skin soft, glowing and beautifully comfortable.

Key Insights

Benefits

3
Anti-Aging
Hydration
Soothing

Active Ingredients

1
AHA

About Exfoliating Oil Gel

Overview

Exfoliating Oil Gel is a cushioning scrub from Payot. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 20 ingredients, each broken down in full below.

Texture and finish

By its ingredient list the formula reads as moderately cushioned — emollient enough to feel like a cream, without the heaviest occlusives near the top. The oils in it point to a dewy, emollient finish rather than a matte one. Hydration is handled by Glycerin, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride and Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.

What the formula does

Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Glycerin, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil and Sucrose Stearate.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry), Combination (oily) and Oily skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.

What it does not target

The formula contributes little or nothing on barrier support, antioxidant protection, oil control and brightening and tone. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.

What is not in it

Reading the full list, the formula is essential-oil-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free, microplastic-free and sulfate-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging. It does contain fragrance, worth knowing if your skin reacts to any of them.

Where it fits in a routine

Use it in the evening. In a routine it goes after cleansing, before serums. Start at once or twice a week and build up only if skin stays comfortable. Wear sunscreen the next morning — fresh exfoliation raises UV sensitivity.

This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.

Pros and cons

Drawn purely from the ingredient list

Pros

  • No essential oils
  • No drying alcohol
  • Silicone-free
  • No microplastics
  • Strong humectant content for hydration
  • No common irritants flagged in the list

Things to know

  • Contains fragrance or declared fragrance allergens
  • 4 ingredients could feed malassezia (fungal acne)

Which skin types it suits

Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.

Suitable for

  • Balanced skin

Less suitable for

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin
  • Combination (oily) skin
  • Oily skin

Sensitive skin

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Skin concerns

Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.

Helps with

  • Hydration 5 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Anti-Aging 3 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Soothing 1 ingredient

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

Does not target

Anti-Acne Blackhead Reducing Dark Spot Fading Evens Skin Tone Oil Control Pore Minimizer Smooths Bumpy Skin

None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.

Key ingredients

The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.

Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl

Hydration

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Sunflower, Helianthus annuus L., Compositae

Anti-Aging Hydration

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Sucrose stearate

Hydration

8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Sucrose laurate

Hydration

15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-yl acetate

Anti-Aging Soothing

16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid

Formula analysis

Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.

Hydration High

Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin

Barrier support None

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support None

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control None

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening None

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing Low

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal None

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling None

Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support

Active and supporting ingredients

"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.

Active ingredients (1)

Supporting ingredients (19)

Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.

Caprylic/capric Triglyceride Glycerin Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Propylene Glycol Dipelargonate Cellulose Acetate Sucrose Stearate Aqua Sucrose Laurate Parfum Ribes Nigrum Fruit Rubus Idaeus Seed Powder Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Powder Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract Tocopheryl Acetate Potassium Sorbate Sodium Benzoate CI 14700 CI 17200

What is and is not in it

Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.

Free from

  • Essential-oil-free
  • No drying alcohol
  • Paraben-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Microplastic-free
  • Sulfate-free
  • No animal-derived ingredients

Contains

  • Fragrance

    Parfum

  • Added colour

    CI 14700, CI 17200

  • Facial oils

    Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil

What to layer it with

Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.

Compatible with

  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
  • Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
  • AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
  • BHA (salicylic acid)
  • PHAs (gluconolactone)
  • Benzoyl peroxide
  • Azelaic acid
  • Copper peptides
  • Bakuchiol
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Ceramides
  • Signal peptides
  • Panthenol
  • Sunscreen

Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.

Where it fits in a routine

Evening
  1. Cleanse
  2. Exfoliate
  3. Treat
  4. Moisturise

This product is the "Exfoliate" step.

  • Start at once or twice a week and build up only if skin stays comfortable.
  • Wear sunscreen the next morning — fresh exfoliation raises UV sensitivity.

Safety and suitability

Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
Fungal acne (malassezia)
4 ingredients could feed malassezia: Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sucrose Stearate, Sucrose Laurate, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil. That is about the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that you will break out.
Sensitive and reactive skin
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 20 ingredients on the label.

5
Emollient

Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells

3
Fragrance / colour

Changes how the product smells or looks

2
Antioxidant

Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution

2
Exfoliant

Loosens or dissolves dead surface cells

2
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

2
Preservative

Keeps the product free of microbial growth

2
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

2
Surfactant

Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together

2
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

1
Active

Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels

1
Humectant

Draws water into the upper layers of skin

1
Chelator

Binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula

1
pH adjuster

Sets the acidity the formula needs to work

1
Plant extract

Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent

Ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.

Estimated level
10–40%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.

Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2020, pages 34-35
  • Periodica Polytechnica Chemical Engineering, 2014, pages 43-48
  • International Journal of Toxicology, January 2003, pages 4-5
  • Food and Chemical Toxicology, January 2000, pages 79-98
  • Journal of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists, August 1985, pages 303-311
2 Glycerin Humectant
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Occlusive, Texture agent, Solvent

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation, March 2021, pages 223-231
  • International Journal of Toxicology, November/December 2019, Volume 38, Supplement 3, pages 6S-22S
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2016, ePublication
  • British Journal of Dermatology, July 2008, pages 23-34
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2007, pages 75-82
  • Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, June 2003, pages 7, 360-7, 365
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Sunflower, Helianthus annuus L., Compositae

Anti-Aging Hydration
4 scientific references
  • Pediatric Dermatology, August 2018, ePublication; and January-February 2013, pages 42-50
  • Chemicke Zvesti, May 2018, pages 2, 607-2, 615
  • International Journal of Molecular Sciences, December 2017, ePublication
  • Dermatology, October 2014, pages 230-239
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Texture agent

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Propylene dinonanoate

Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive

5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Cellulose, acetates

6 Sucrose Stearate Emollient
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Sucrose stearate

Hydration
7 Aqua Solvent
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Water

8 Sucrose Laurate Emollient
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant

8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Sucrose laurate

Hydration
9 Parfum Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

9th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Parfum is a term for ingredient labelling used to identify that a product contains a material or a combination of materials normally added to a cosmetic to produce or to mask a particular odour. According to Article 19 of the Cosmetics Regulation, 'Perfume and aromatic compositions and their raw materials shall be referred to by the terms ‘parfum’ or ‘aroma’. '

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

10th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Ribes Nigrum Fruit is the fruit of the Black Currant, Ribes nigrum L., Saxifragaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Exfoliant

11th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Rubus Idaeus Seed Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground seeds of the Raspberry, Rubus idaeus L., Rosaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

12th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground fruits of the Cranberry, Vaccinium macrocarpon, Ericaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

13th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the seeds of the Raspberry, Rubus idaeus L., Rosaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Exfoliant, Plant extract

14th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Rubus idaeus fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Raspberry, Rubus idaeus L., Rosaceae

15 Tocopheryl Acetate Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-yl acetate

Anti-Aging Soothing
8 scientific references
  • 5 Super Anti-Aging Antioxidants Your Skin Needs
  • How to Keep Your Neck & Chest Looking Young
  • Acne & Aging Skin
  • How to Diminish Uneven Skin Tone and Get Your Glow Back
  • What Are Peptides and What Do They Do for Skin?
  • The Truth About Firming Creams
  • Top 5 Reasons to Add Antioxidants to Your Skin Care Routine
  • Anti-Aging Superstars
16 Citric Acid Active
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active, Chelator, pH adjuster

16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid

17 Potassium Sorbate Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Potassium (E,E)-hexa-2,4-dienoate

18 Sodium Benzoate Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

18th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sodium benzoate

19 CI 14700 Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Disodium 3-[(2,4-dimethyl-5-sulphonatophenyl)azo]-4-hydroxynaphthalene-1-sulphonate

20 CI 17200 Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

20th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Disodium 5-amino-4-hydroxy-3-(phenylazo)naphthalene-2,7-disulphonate

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Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in Exfoliating Oil Gel?

CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, GLYCERIN, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL, PROPYLENE GLYCOL DIPELARGONATE, CELLULOSE ACETATE, SUCROSE STEARATE, AQUA, SUCROSE LAURATE, PARFUM, RIBES NIGRUM FRUIT, RUBUS IDAEUS SEED POWDER, VACCINIUM MACROCARPON FRUIT POWDER, RUBUS IDAEUS SEED OIL, RUBUS IDAEUS FRUIT EXTRACT, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, CITRIC ACID, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, CI 14700, CI 17200.

What are the active ingredients in Exfoliating Oil Gel?

CITRIC ACID.

How do I use Exfoliating Oil Gel?

Once or twice a week, on dry skin, in figure-of-eight movements.

What skin types is Exfoliating Oil Gel good for?

Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry), Combination (oily), Oily skin.

Is Exfoliating Oil Gel good for sensitive skin?

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Is Exfoliating Oil Gel fungal acne safe?

4 ingredients could feed malassezia: Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sucrose Stearate, Sucrose Laurate, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.

Can I use Exfoliating Oil Gel while pregnant?

Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.

Is Exfoliating Oil Gel fragrance free?

No — it contains Parfum.

Does Exfoliating Oil Gel contain alcohol?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.

Is Exfoliating Oil Gel silicone free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.

Does Exfoliating Oil Gel contain essential oils?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.

Is Exfoliating Oil Gel paraben free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.

What can I layer with Exfoliating Oil Gel?

It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.

When should I apply Exfoliating Oil Gel?

Use it in the evening, after cleansing, before serums.

How many ingredients does Exfoliating Oil Gel have?

It lists 20 ingredients, of which 1 are recorded as actives.

Who makes Exfoliating Oil Gel?

Payot.

Brand
Payot

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