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Little too early for any
"Little too early for any substantial results but a little goes a long way. The serum feels beautiful on application but a little sticky afterwards. Possibly I’m using too much. Definitely value for money."
Fruit Smooth Gentle Resurfacing Serum
£44.00
For Ageing Skin
Refillable
Cosmos Organic
Exfoliates
Visibly Brightens
Free Returns Within 90 Days
Free Delivery £40+
Product Description
WHAT IS IT?
Bursting with natural acids, this facial exfoliating serum gently gets rid of dead skin cells and reduces dullness.
WHAT DOES IT DO?
We’ve used an intelligent trio of alpha, beta, and polyhydroxy acids in this powerful formula. The acids exfoliate at different levels due to their varying molecular size (which also means less sensitivity), effectively removing build-up and boosting cell renewal.
Also infused with refining papaya enzymes and brightening Australian lime pearl, you’ll reveal healthier, more radiant looking skin within 24 hours.
30ml
Clinical Results
In a 28-day independent clinical study. Users' skin showed an average 41% improvement in skin texture.
Independent clinical study. Measurement of skin smoothness. Average results after 28 days.
How To Use
Apply a generous layer to your face, neck and décolletage after cleansing and toning.
If you have slightly sensitive skin, start slow and use it just once a week, but if you use this product regularly or have resilient skin, you can opt for alternate evenings/three times a week.
Avoid the eye area and don’t worry if you feel a slight tingling, this is just the exfoliating enzymes working their magic. If you have very sensitive or irritated skin, we wouldn’t recommend this product for you.
Leave for up to 10 minutes before applying your favourite moisturiser and oil.
And don’t forget your SPF!
If you use Glow Berry or Pure Lagoon in your routine, we recommend leaving twelve hours before using Fruit Peel.
So, apply either Glow Berry or Pure Lagoon in the morning, and use Fruit Smooth in the evening.
If you use Sun Drops, apply this product on the evenings you don’t use Fruit Smooth.
Recommended minimum age:
Age 12+
Ingredients
Papaya Enzymes
Breaking down and dissolving keratin protein that causes skin to be lumpy and bumpy as well as loosening dead skin cells that clog pores and cause flakiness, this natural skin smoother can also improve hyper-pigmentation.
Lime Pearl Extract
Native to Australia, this beautifully named fruit doesn’t just contain AHAs that leave skin feeling smooth, it has a heap of citric acids in it too that brighten and even complexions. Plus it’s well tolerated so even sensitive skin types can get involved in the exfoliation process.
Hydroxy Acids
Using a variety of alpha, beta and polyhydroxy acids in all shapes and sizes, 9% of this peel is dedicated to these amazing exfoliating agents. Sweeping away build up and stimulating new cells, they dispose of debris so you can start afresh with a cleaner complexion than before.Delivery & Returns
UK Delivery
Standard Delivery: £3.95
FREE when you spend £40+
Delivery time: 3-5 working days
Priority Delivery: £6.95
Delivery time: 24-hour tracked service (excluding Saturday, order before 12pm)
Returns
We believe in our products so much that we offer an extended 90-day happiness guarantee so you can shop with confidence this festive season. If you're not completely satisfied, you can return your purchase within 90 days for a full refund or exchange.
Sustainability
We believe you deserve to know exactly what goes into our products and the values behind them. That's why we use Provenance® to share clear, accessible information about our ethics and sustainability practices. Verified Proof Points are backed by independent third parties, while Evidenced Proof Points are supported by our own data.
Product proof points
Cosmos Organic - Soil Association
Verified
Cosmos Organic - Soil Association
Verified
The Cosmos standard sets the criteria companies must meet to ensure products are truly organic or natural cosmetics. Soil Association is the certifier
Cruelty Free International
Verified
Cruelty Free International
Verified
This provides an assurance that the company’s commitment to helping end testing on animals has met Leaping Bunny’s criteria.
The Vegan Society- Vegan
Verified
The Vegan Society- Vegan
Verified
Certified to contain no animal products or byproducts and has not been tested on animals.
Partly Recyclable Packaging
Evidenced
Partly Recyclable Packaging
Evidenced
Recyclable parts: bottle, box, pipette (glass & plastic) Non-recyclable parts: pipette (silicone) To ensure recyclability please separate the components before recycling.
Clinically Tested for Efficacy
Evidenced
Clinically Tested for Efficacy
Evidenced
In a 28-day independent clinical study, skin smoothness increased by an average of 41%.
Refill Solution
Evidenced
Refill Solution
Evidenced
Once the product is finished and the packaging is empty, you can buy a refill of the same product from tropicskincare.com and reuse your original packaging.
Brand proof points
Cruelty Free International
Verified
Cruelty Free International
Verified
Tropic is Leaping Bunny International certified — no animal testing on ingredients or finished products across Tropic's supply chain. Independently audited annually.
Buy Women Built
Verified
Buy Women Built
Verified
Founded in 2022 by Sahar Hashemi OBE, Buy Women Built verifies that each member is founded, partially owned by a woman who is also involved in the day to day management of the business. and licenses use of its mark to member brands, helping consumers support female-founded businesses in everyday shopping.
Reducing Material Waste
Evidenced
Reducing Material Waste
Evidenced
We've implemented various initiatives to ensure that none of our waste goes to landfill or gets incinerated without recovery Our solutions include: recycling (51.66%), waste recovery -eg: incineration to produce energy- (48.32%), and reuse (0.02%) From 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2022, Tropic produced 314.466 tonnes of waste
Female-Led Business
Evidenced
Female-Led Business
Evidenced
Susan Ma owns a majority of Tropic.
Carbon Measured
Evidenced
Carbon Measured
Evidenced
This includes scope 1, 2 & 3 emissions. The assessment was carried out by Nature Positive using a combination of activity-based and spend-based assessment following the GHG Protocol's core principles where possible.
Made in Britain
Evidenced
Made in Britain
Evidenced
Tropic carries the Made in Britain trademark — manufactured in the United Kingdom. Subject to facility verification and annual renewal.
Donates to Charity
Evidenced
Donates to Charity
Evidenced
In 2025, Tropic donated £343,850 to United World Schools (UWS) In 2025, Tropic donated £25,200 to The Trussell Trust
Fruit Smooth Gentle Resurfacing Serum
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Worth £354
Bergamot Peel & Crushed Leaf eau de parfum
This alcohol-free, water-based eu de parfum delivers fragrance in a fresh, lightweight mist.
Youth Potion
Our world-first certified natural retinal serum visibly reduces signs of ageing including
Eye Lift
Works in synergy with your skin's overnight recovery processes to visibly firm and smooth the eye area.
Sun Day Facial SPF 50
Our all-time bestseller, infused with a limited edition zesty, uplifting, and sophisticated fragrance blend.
Rainforest Dew
Promising intense daily hydration, this refreshing serum harnesses lush botanical extracts and reparative plant peptides from the world's tropical rainforests.
Cocoa Comfort Ganache Mask
This deliciously comforting, antioxidant-rich face mask conditions, softens and revitalises skin.
Limited Edition Lip Silk
Our much-loved Lip Silk, infused with a creamy vanilla and coconut scent, as well as a shimmering champagne finish.
Lashful
This intelligent serum gives you longer, stronger, fuller-looking lashes, without any hormone-disrupting ingredients.
These 8 Alone Are Worth £354
Bergamot Peel & Crushed Leaf eau de parfum
This alcohol-free, water-based eu de parfum delivers fragrance in a fresh, lightweight mist.
Youth Potion
Our world-first certified natural retinal serum visibly reduces signs of ageing including
Eye Lift
Works in synergy with your skin's overnight recovery processes to visibly firm and smooth the eye area.
Sun Day Facial SPF 50
Our all-time bestseller, infused with a limited edition zesty, uplifting, and sophisticated fragrance blend.
Rainforest Dew
Promising intense daily hydration, this refreshing serum harnesses lush botanical extracts and reparative plant peptides from the world's tropical rainforests.
Cocoa Comfort Ganache Mask
This deliciously comforting, antioxidant-rich face mask conditions, softens and revitalises skin.
Limited Edition Lip Silk
Our much-loved Lip Silk, infused with a creamy vanilla and coconut scent, as well as a shimmering champagne finish.
Lashful
This intelligent serum gives you longer, stronger, fuller-looking lashes, without any hormone-disrupting ingredients.
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At the heart of our Smoothing Cleanser is jojoba oil: a golden, skin-loving liquid that closely mimics your skin's own natural oils. That means it deeply cleansers without disrupting your delicate moisture barrier. Rich in vitamins E and B-complex, jojoba oil gently melts away makeup, sunscreen, and daily build-up, while keeping your skin nourished and balanced. It's non-comedogenic (so it won't clog pores), making it ideal for all skin types, from dry and sensitive to oily and blemish-prone. We chose jojoba for its versatility and skin compatibility, but you'll stay for the silky-soft glow it leaves behind.
Why Jojoba Oil Is Your Skin's Best Friend
At the heart of our Smoothing Cleanser is jojoba oil: a golden, skin-loving liquid that closely mimics your skin’s own natural oils. That means it deeply cleanses without disrupting your delicate moisture barrier.
Rich in vitamins E and B-complex, jojoba oil gently melts away makeup, sunscreen, and daily build-up, while keeping your skin nourished and balanced. It’s non-comedogenic (so it won’t clog pores), making it ideal for all skin types, from dry and sensitive to oily and blemish-prone.
We chose jojoba for its versatility and skin compatibility, but you’ll stay for the silky-soft glow it leaves behind.
Product Reviews
Overall rating: 4.798561 / 5 from 278 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
This gentle resurfacing serum, bursting with natural acids, effectively removes dead skin cells and reduces dullness, leaving skin feeling fresh, smooth, and soft. Customers praise its ability to improve skin tone, reduce fine lines, and provide a noticeable difference in just a week. The lovely, sweet scent and tingling sensation add to the overall positive experience.
Summary topics
- Skin Feel (44%): A substantial number of customers loved how this product made their skin feel fresh, smooth, and soft.
- Skin Appearance (5%): It was reported by customers that the product makes their skin look amazing, fresh, clean, and glowing.
- Fruit Peel Efficacy (6%): Customers keep praising the fruit peel for its ability to improve skin tone and reduce fine lines.
- Tingle Sensation (5%): Customers loved the tingle when applying the product, with a slight pulsing feeling after use.
- Noticeable Difference (6%): Customers keep praising the noticeable difference this product makes to their skin, making it a popular choice.
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Review highlights
- "I followed with super greens my face felt so soft after cleansing and I have hardly any redness just peachy dewy skin." —
- "This smells amazing and within seconds has your skin feeling soft and smooth." —
- "Beautiful feeling when applying, great smell and tingle this version which was recommended by my ambassador." —
Reviews
Love everything about this product
"Love everything about this product - the smell, the smoothness of the application, the non-greasy feeling on my skin…. I love it!"
I like the product but
"I like the product but the packaging you sent it in is insane. I bought three small bottles and you put them in a cardboard box about 5 times bigger, together with a thick booklet that I also had to recycle. Come on - I am buying from you because you're cruelty free and use natural ingredients - it should be obvious that many of your customers will care about the environmental impact of how you send out your products."
Great product as always no
"Great product as always no reaction when using as have very sensitive skin"
One of my favourite Tropic
"One of my favourite Tropic products. I apply a few times a week and leave overnight. My skin feels fresher and smoother in the morning. Wouldn't be without it!"
I’ve only been using it
"I’ve only been using it for 2 weeks applying it x3 each week so I’m not sure if there has been a difference. One dark area has become rougher so perhaps this means the top layer of skin cells are shedding? It has a lovely smell, is nice and light & I love the feeling after application. Fingers crossed the dark spots reduce in time!"
Ive been using this for
"Ive been using this for a few years. Great smell and is gentle enough to use on my sensitive skin"
Seems very effective but am
"Seems very effective but am not 100% sure if I should wipe it off or just leave it on."
Love the way fruit smoothie
"Love the way fruit smoothie leaves my skin feeling soft, smooth and silky as well as hydrated"
I've only used it once,
"I've only used it once, but the results are amazing. Clear smooth skin! Really looking forward to trying the Renewing Cleanser when my budget allows."
Q&A
- Can you please clarify if the skin dream moisturiser can be used after applying the fruit peel serum. I have read some answers to questions that say not to use skin dream as it will dilute the fruit peel. However the how to use says it can be followed with a moisturiser. If the skin dream cannot be used after, what moisturiser do you suggest?
- Hi Jo, thank you for getting in touch. Our Skin Dream can be used after using our Fruit Peel. We hope this helps!
- There is conflicting information in How to use section and FAQs. The website says to follow with moisturiser and oil, but in all your FAQ responses it states not to moisturise after fruit peel. It also says to follow with SPF, but FAQ says fruit peel it’s an evening product. Would suggest amending to info on the website.
- Hi Nicola, thank you for getting in touch. Our website was updated at the end of March 2023 including all 'How To Use' information so some of our FAQs may be from before this. We advise following the instructions on the How To Use and we apologise for any inconvenience caused.
- When you apply it, if you want to leave it for 10 mins and then use super greens, should you moisturise in between? Or after?
- Hi Megan, thank you for getting in touch with us. We will be in touch with you directly.
- Has the smell of fruit peel changed? My last bottle smelt like fruit it was lovely but the new one that arrived this morning smells awful
- Hi Emma, thank you for getting in touch with us. We're sorry to hear this. Due to our ingredients within our Fruit Peel resurfacing serum now being organic, this can impact the scent of the product and the colour depending on the harvest of the ingredients. This is unintentional and not a conscious decision made by us. We hope this helps and I know my colleague is getting a replacement sent to you.
- Sorry I'm not finding above instructions clear ( !menopause brain ), do you put it On for 10 mins, remove them use Dew or put on and after 10 mins put Few on top?
- Hi Sharon, thank you for getting in touch with us. You would apply Rainforest Dew before Fruit Peel and leave the Fruit Peel. For the best results, we would advise using Super Greens 10mins after applying the Fruit Peel. We hope this helps.
- Hi, can I use elixir or skin dream after applying this rather than super greens?
- Hi Gill, thank you for getting in touch. You cannot use our Skin Dream after our Fruit Peel as this will dilute the Fruit Peel, however you can apply Elixir or Super Greens 10 minutes after your Fruit Peel application for an extra dewy effect! We hope this helps :).