Nécessaire Body Exfoliant Bar 140 g — 2% Physical Exfoliant, 5 Ceramides, Fragrance-Free

Nécessaire The Body Exfoliant Bar is a fragrance-free, 2% physical exfoliant bar formulated with five ceramides, niacinamide, and nourishing oils to smooth rough skin and reduce the appearance of keratosis pilaris, ingrown hairs, and dry patches.

This solid exfoliant combines a mechanical 2% physical exfoliant with skin-conditioning ingredients like five ceramides, niacinamide, cacay, marula, and meadowfoam oils. Designed for body use, the bar buffs away dead skin cells while leaving skin hydrated and supported by barrier-friendly ingredients. It is fragrance-free, made with eco-conscious components, and recognized as an Allure Best of Beauty winner.

How does this bar exfoliate without over-drying?

The bar uses a measured 2% physical exfoliant to lift and remove surface dead skin without stripping natural oils. Ceramides and nourishing botanical oils help replenish lipids and maintain skin barrier integrity while niacinamide soothes and refines texture.

• 2% physical exfoliant for controlled buffing
• Five ceramides to support the skin barrier
• Niacinamide to promote even texture and tone
• Cacay, marula, and meadowfoam oils for hydration and antioxidants

Will it help with keratosis pilaris, ingrown hairs, or rough patches?

This bar is formulated to address common body texture concerns by combining exfoliation with barrier-supporting actives. Regular, gentle use can smooth bumps and reduce the look of rough areas while helping to free trapped hairs.

• Targets rough follicles and bumps associated with keratosis pilaris
• Mechanical exfoliation to minimize ingrown hairs over time
• Hydrating oils to prevent rebound dryness after exfoliating
• Fragrance-free formula to limit irritation on sensitive areas

How do I use the bar for best results?

Use the bar in the shower on wet skin: lather, massage over areas with rough texture or ingrowns, then rinse. Start with 2–3 times per week and adjust frequency based on skin tolerance; follow with a moisturizer to lock in hydration.

• Wet skin, lather, and gently massage desired areas
• Rinse thoroughly and pat skin dry
• Apply a hydrating body moisturizer afterward
• Use 2–3 times weekly, more or less as tolerated

What’s notable about the formula and sustainability?

The bar combines effective skincare ingredients with sustainable sourcing choices and a clean-ingredient philosophy. It avoids SLS/SLES, silicones, phthalates, parabens, and PEGs, and includes RSPO-certified palm derivatives and upcycled wood pulp for a lower-impact solid format.

• RSPO-certified palm and palm kernelate for responsible sourcing
• Upcycled wood pulp contributes to the solid bar base
• Free from common harsh surfactants and controversial additives
• Award-winning recognition (Allure Best of Beauty 2023)

Who is this for: The Nécessaire Body Exfoliant Bar is suited for anyone seeking a fragrance-free, solid exfoliant that smooths body texture—particularly people with keratosis pilaris-prone skin, rough or dry patches, and those prone to ingrown hairs. It’s also a good fit for shoppers who prefer concentrated, low-waste personal care and want barrier-supporting actives like ceramides and niacinamide together with nourishing plant oils.

Ingredients

Sodium Palmate (RSPO) Sodium Palm Kernelate (RSPO) Aqua/Water/Eau Glycerin Cellulose Acetate* Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil Ceramide AP Ceramide AG Ceramide EOP Ceramide NG Ceramide NP Niacinamide Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil Sodium Gluconate Tocopherol Linoleic Acid Linolenic Acid Cholesterol Cetearyl Alcohol Sodium Chloride Dipropylene Glycol Hydrogenated Lecithin Glyceryl Stearate