AHA Exfoliator Body Scrub

exfoliant · 250 ml · Skincare

Q+A AHA Exfoliator Body Scrub is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 22-ingredient list, with glycerin, glycolic acid and lactic acid. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum (Fragrance)) and labelled fragrance allergens (Benzyl Cinnamate, Coumarin).

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

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Key ingredients in AHA Exfoliator Body Scrub

Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
Glycolic acid (AHA)
A small-molecule exfoliant for dullness and texture.
Lactic acid (AHA)
A gentler, hydrating exfoliant.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

1Aqua (Water)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
2Zea Mays (Corn) Cob Powder
3GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
4Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
5Lactic AcidLactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid, a mild acid that loosens dead skin cells and…
6Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
7Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
8Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
9Glycolic Acid
10Hippophas Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit Oil
11Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilJojoba seed oil is a light, liquid oil pressed from the seeds of a desert shrub. It…
12Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
13CarbomerA synthetic polymer made from acrylic acid that thickens water-based products and keeps…
14Sodium Stearoyl GlutamateA mild emulsifier and cleansing agent made from a fatty acid and an amino acid. It…
15Coco-GlucosideCoco-Glucoside is a mild, plant-based cleanser made from coconut-derived fatty alcohols…
16Sodium GluconateSodium Gluconate is the sodium salt of gluconic acid, made from sugar, and its main job…
17Potassium SorbatePotassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, a mild preservative that helps…
18Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
19Parfum (Fragrance)Aroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
20Coconut Alcohol Sodium Hydroxide
21Benzyl CinnamateLabelled fragrance allergens
22CoumarinCoumarin is a naturally occurring aromatic compound with a sweet, hay-like scent, used…Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/5060486266265, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	Contains	Parfum (Fragrance) (#19)
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	Contains	Benzyl Cinnamate (#21), Coumarin (#22)
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	None listed	—
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 Q+A AHA Exfoliator Body Scrub fragrance-free?

No. Q+A AHA Exfoliator Body Scrub contains Parfum (Fragrance) (ingredient 19 of 22).

Does Q+A AHA Exfoliator Body Scrub contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

What is Q+A AHA Exfoliator Body Scrub 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, Glycolic acid (AHA) and Lactic acid (AHA).