Smoothing Solution
Calming Gel Exfoliant
- for body
- 5 fl oz
- fragrance free
Finally: a chemical exfoliant made specifically for body. It’s formulated with premium ingredients normally reserved for the face (tried-and-true lactic acid and soothing agents like centella) to address common tone and texture concerns below the neck. The gelled serum applies neatly and absorbs quickly, incorporating easily under your preferred body lotion, allowing you to maintain visibly and physically smoothed skin.
- CONTAINS
- 10%
LACTIC ACID
[exfoliant]
- 5%
UREA
[moisturizer, exfoliant]
Aqua/Water/Eau, Lactic Acid, Urea, Glycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Trehalose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Panthenol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sclerotium Gum, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin.
Aqua/Water/Eau [solvent], Lactic Acid [exfoliant], Urea [moisturizer, exfoliant], Glycerin [humectant], Sodium Hydroxide [pH adjuster], Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate [viscosity increasing agent], Trehalose [skin-conditioning agent], Sodium Hyaluronate [skin-conditioning agent], Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice [skin-conditioning agent], Panthenol [skin-conditioning agent], Centella Asiatica Extract [skin-conditioning agent], Arnica Montana Flower Extract [skin-conditioning agent], Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate [chelating agent], Sclerotium Gum [viscosity increasing agent], Hydroxyethylcellulose [emulsifier], Phenoxyethanol [preservative], Ethylhexylglycerin [preservative].
This is a cloudy, spreadable gel containing alpha hydroxy acids that dissolve build-up of dead skin cells with soothing ingredients that help calm visible irritation.
pH Level is 3.7
This formula is vegan.
Soft Services does not test on animals.
Use on clean, dry skin before moisturizer. Apply a thin layer on areas of the body that are uneven in texture or color. Applying a thick layer or multiple layers will not increase efficacy and is not recommended.
For best results use after each shower, no more than once per day.
- keratosis pilaris—bumps on back of arms, thighs, and hips
- crepey skin
- areas prone to ingrown hair
- discoloration of elbows, knees, and underarms
- gentle exfoliation of neck and chest
Not Good For
- highly sensitive skin
- sunburned skin
- irritated skin
- active breakouts
- using prior to waxing
Sunburn alert: This product contains an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that may increase your skin’s sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards.
Warning: Use only as directed. Avoid contact with the eyes and intimate areas. If irritation occurs, discontinue use and consult a physician.
Do not use before waxing. If planning to wax, wait at least one week from last use of an AHA product like Smoothing Solution to avoid irritation.
Tube: 100% aluminum
Cap: 100% polypropylene plastic
Carton: 100% responsibly sourced, FSC-certified paper
Carton Liner: 100% paper
See this page for recycling instructions.
Reviews
13 Customer Reviews
average 4.3 rating
92% recommend this product
Janine
Gender: Male
Age: 38
Skin Tone: Medium
Relevant Concerns: only KP, thankfully
Verified Purchase
I recommend this product
Post-baby KP worse than ever. This works! I've had KP for most of my life and been able to manage more or less with Cerave SA lotion but after having a baby last year my KP was worse than ever before. After 2 uses I could notice the smoothing solution working. After seeing how well this worked I then ordered the buffing bar and my arms are smoother than I can ever remember them being. (I have been using both products 2x a week. The KP is not 100% gone, but like 85% gone so far. To say I am impressed is an understatement.)
I would recommend this product to: Anyone with KP, mild or severe.
Danielle
Gender: Female
Age: 26
Skin Tone: Medium
Relevant Concerns: Post shave bumps
Verified Purchase
I recommend this product
Hello silky soft skin!... Hello silky soft skin! I absolutely love the quick to absorb formulation of this product. My legs have never felt softer and even prevented any post shaving bumps. Don’t walk, run to get this in your body care routine!
I would recommend this product to: Any skin type since this formula has skin soothing ingredients! I gave pretty sensitive skin and didn’t experience any irritation from the lactic acid
Nicole
Gender: Female
Age: 26
Skin Tone: Light
Relevant Concerns: KP, dry skin, discoloration
I recommend this product
Love this body gel! First off the bottle is much bigger than I expected! Love that. It also is fragrance free and the application is easy and soaks into skin nicely! I’ve used this product twice already and I think it is helping a lot with my dry skin on my legs, and also with my KP. I can’t wait to see what my skin looks like after two weeks of use it’s going at such a good rate right now.
I would recommend this product to: Anyone who wants soft or even skin!
Rachel
Gender: Female
Age: 37
Skin Tone: Light
Relevant Concerns: KP, ingrown hairs
I recommend this product
Overall wonderful - fills a niche A bit sticky if applied too thickly, but otherwise a lovely exfoliant. As somebody with propensity toward ingrown hairs and KP, but who also has eczema, I have to be careful about acids. This one has never irritated my skin, but I do notice a significant decrease in bumpy texture and ingrown hairs. Will re-purchase to use nightly!
I would recommend this product to: Anyone
Sadie
Gender: Female
Age: 30
Skin Tone: Fair
Relevant Concerns: KP and sensitivity.
Verified Purchase
too tacky! I wanted to love this because I have severe KP on my arms and am always looking to find ways to get rid of it. I didn't see much of a change at all and the texture was extremely tacky. Too bad - I really wanted to love this.
I would recommend this product to: not really anybody.
Jill
Gender: Female
Age: 22
Skin Tone: Light
Relevant Concerns: body acne, uneven texture
Verified Purchase
I recommend this product
Getting over a rough patch (of skin) If you have any areas of rough skin or uneven texture on your body, this will help smooth them. Some of the rough patches I've been dealing with for years and have never had any success with have finally shown results with this gel. A small amount goes a long way, as does using it on a regular basis.
I would recommend this product to: anyone with skin texture concerns
Kim
Gender: Female
Age: -
Skin Tone: Medium
Relevant Concerns: Ingrown hair
Tester
I recommend this product
Holy grail. Have been looking for a product like this and been through so many different oils, scrubs, gels etc for stubborn ingrowns. I use this a few times a week and it's super gentle but very powerful. *This person tested the samples for three weeks pre-launch. Soft Services products were provided as compensation for their honest review.
I would recommend this product to: -
Tyler
Gender: Female
Age: 27
Skin Tone: Medium
Relevant Concerns: Body acne, bumpy skin
Tester
I recommend this product
I really like the ingredients in this gel and although I think it'll probably have more results after long term use I do notice my skin is generally brighter and softer in the areas I use it. Would be improved if it were even slightly stronger. *This person tested the samples for three weeks pre-launch. Soft Services products were provided as compensation for their honest review.
I would recommend this product to: -
Natasha
Gender: Female
Age: 33
Skin Tone: Dark
Relevant Concerns: Dry skin
Tester
I recommend this product
The smoothing solution overall was great. It was like a primer for the skin. At times it did feel sticky and I think it would work best if you give it time to absorb before applying moisturizer. I noticed that my skin had a whitish residue when I used the gel and moisturizer together. The gel definitely needs time to absorb. *This person tested the samples for three weeks pre-launch. Soft Services products were provided as compensation for their honest review.
I would recommend this product to: -
Lynne
Gender: Female
Age: 58
Skin Tone: Light
Relevant Concerns: Crepey Skin
Tester
I recommend this product
This clear gel gently smoothed the texture of my skin after just a few uses. I was impressed with how quickly it worked! *This person tested the samples for three weeks pre-launch. Soft Services products were provided as compensation for their honest review.
I would recommend this product to: Anyone with dry patches or uneven texture.
Rinaldy
Gender: Male
Age: 34
Skin Tone: Dark
Relevant Concerns: Dry skin, tinea versicolor
Tester
I recommend this product
Never used a gel like this before. Felt great going on, and you can feel it activating on the skin right away. *This person tested the samples for three weeks pre-launch. Soft Services products were provided as compensation for their honest review.
I would recommend this product to: -
Umaimah
Gender: Female
Age: 33
Skin Tone: Medium
Relevant Concerns: Dry skin
Tester
I recommend this product
I love that you can apply this daily to trouble areas. I've been applying it to my elbows and my dry spots and it had some peeling but generally helped remove the dead skin. *This person tested the samples for three weeks pre-launch. Soft Services products were provided as compensation for their honest review.
I would recommend this product to: -
Michelle
Gender: Female
Age: 30
Skin Tone: Dark
Relevant Concerns: Dry skin
Tester
I recommend this product
Feels good. Didn't really notice a difference but like texture and will keep using! *This person tested the samples for three weeks pre-launch. Soft Services products were provided as compensation for their honest review.
I would recommend this product to: -
