ExfoliKate™ Intensive Exfoliating Treatment
Kate Somerville ExfoliKate™ Intensive Exfoliating Treatment scores 7.1/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in formulation safety (9.0) and low irritation risk (8.6).
✶ Hero ingredients
Gentle AHA that hydrates while exfoliating
Plant-derived oil
Holds the formula together
Score breakdown
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes Kate Somerville ExfoliKate™ Intensive Exfoliating Treatment stand out
Kate Somerville ExfoliKate™ Intensive Exfoliating Treatment is a solid serum with an overall score of 7.1/9.8. Positioned in the luxury bracket, it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Lactic Acid, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol — ingredients that actively target skin concerns.
It performs well on low irritation risk (8.6). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger.
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
- ✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula
May not suit
- ⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture
Key ingredients
- ✶Lactic Acid
Works on your skin — #2 in the INCI list
- ✶Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
Softens and smooths — #4 in the INCI list
- ✶Cetearyl Alcohol
Softens and smooths — #6 in the INCI list
- ✶Cetyl Alcohol
Softens and smooths — #9 in the INCI list
- ✶Salicylic Acid
Works on your skin — #14 in the INCI list
Full ingredient list
36 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Works on your skin9
- Softens and smooths8
- Holds the formula together5
- Other ingredient4
- Added scent4
- Keeps the product fresh3
- Draws in moisture2
- Formula balancers1