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Gentle Genius™ Barrier Care Soothing Body Cream
Gentle Genius™ Barrier Care Soothing Body Cream
Gentle Genius™ Barrier Care Soothing Body Cream
Pai Skincare UK
Gentle Genius™ Barrier Care Soothing Body Cream
Gentle Genius™ Barrier Care Soothing Body Cream
Gentle Genius™ Barrier Care Soothing Body Cream

Gentle Genius™ Barrier Care Soothing Body Cream

Regular price £30.00

200 ml / 6.8 fl. oz.

A ceramide-rich body cream that actively renews your skin barrier while calming redness and irritation. Clinically proven 24-hour hydration for sensitive and eczema-prone skin*.

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Hydrating

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Soothing

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Barrier Supporting

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Nourishing

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Strengthening

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Gentle Genius™ Barrier Care Soothing Body Cream

£30.00

Vegan

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Cruelty Free
Why You'll Love It

TOP TO TOE CALM.

A deeply nourishing body cream that's clinically proven to keep skin hydrated for up to 24 hours*, and suitable for sensitive and eczema-prone skin. Built around a biomimetic Ceramide Complex that doesn't just replace missing barrier lipids but signals your skin to produce more of its own, it actively repairs and strengthens rather than simply moisturising over the problem.

We reformulated our body cream for more intensive hydration and enhanced barrier repair, bringing together high-performing actives including our Ceramide Complex, Oat Lipid Extract rich in skin-identical ceramides and anti-itch avenanthramides, and a Mediterranean botanical blend of caper bud, prickly pear and olive leaf that targets redness and irritation through three complementary pathways.

CO2-extracted Calendula and Sea Buckthorn deliver concentrated anti-inflammatory and skin-renewal compounds that conventional extraction methods miss. And prebiotic Inulin helps rebalance the skin's microbiome over time, which is especially important for eczema-prone skin.

The result? 96.6% of eczema-prone subjects said their skin felt instantly more comfortable after first use, and 91.5% said it soothed dry skin after 7 days.

Its delicate, uplifting fragrance, a unique low-allergen KindScent blend with Juniper Berries and Petitgrain developed by our own chemists, won't upset uncomfortable or irritated skin.

Directions

Apply generously to dry skin after showering or bathing, paying extra attention to any areas that need it most. For the full Gentle Genius routine, use after the Replenishing Body Wash and Wet Skin Moisturiser to layer up that barrier support.

Reapply as often as you like throughout the day. If your skin is particularly dry or eczema-prone, aim for at least twice daily.

Top tip: stash it in the fridge. On hot, irritated skin, the cooling effect is genuinely lovely.

Full Ingredients

Aqua (water), Butyrospermum Parkii Butter* (shea butter), Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil* (sunflower oil), Glycerin**, Coconut Alkanes, Cetearyl Alcohol, Shea Butter Ethyl Esters, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil* (jojoba oil), Ricinus Communis Seed Oil*, Rhus Verniciflua Peel Wax (sumac fruit), Cetearyl Glucoside, Inulin, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Squalane, Prunus Domestica Seed Oil*, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract (oat), Sapindus Mukorossi Fruit Extract, Sclerotium Gum, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract* (sea buckthorn), Maltodextrin, Fructose, Tocopherol* (vitamin e), Capparis Spinosa Fruit Extract, Opuntia Ficus-indica Extract (prickly pear), Lactic Acid, Olea Europaea Leaf Extract (olive), Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract*ᶜ (marigold), Ceramide Np, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil (moringa), Phytosphingosine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Limnanthes Alba (meadowfoam), Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil (macadamia), Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract* (rosemary extract).

27% Organic (of total, minus water and minerals) / 100% natural origin.

*Organic **Made using organic ingredients ᶜCO₂ extracted

Recycling

Say no to landfill! Let's recycle everything! - Sarah

Our Gentle Genius range is entirely curbside recyclable. Remove the top and wash out any residue, then place in your household recycling.

All Pai boxes, cartons, sleeves and inserts can be recycled with your household paper recycling.

If you are in the UK and unsure what your local services accept, visit recyclenow.com.

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  • 88%

    said skin felt more comfortable**

  • 90%

    said skin felt instantly soothed**

  • 92%

    said it soothed dry skin**

  • Clinically proven

    to support the skin barrier*

  • Clinically proven

    to hydrate for up to 24 hours*

*Based on an independent clinical study of 21 subjects.
**One week independent consumer trial on 117 subjects with sensitive and eczema-prone skin

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Key Ingredients

  • Calendula

    This daisy descendent is a natural anti-inflammatory, here to help calm the appearance of upset skin and restore some peace and quiet.

  • Biomimicking Ceramide Complex

    The glue that holds your skin together, Ceramides are essential for a healthy barrier to keep irritation at bay. This cutting-edge complex includes fatty acids from Argan, Meadowfoam, Macadamia and Shea Butter – a sophisticated blend which mimics the skin’s natural Ceramide composition for optimum strength and support.

  • Colloidal Oat

    Renowned for its soothing, anti-inflammatory and moisturising properties, Colloidal Oat is proven to support the skin barrier and replenish lipids – reducing trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL) to keep skin hydrated, protected and calm.

  • 100% Natural Kindscent™

    Our proprietary low-allergen fragrance is a unique aromatic blend that includes Juniper Berries, Eucalyptus, Petitgrain and Patchouli – and forms less than 0.01% of the formula. It delivers a delicate but uplifting scent that’s dermatologist approved and proven to be suitable for sensitive skin.

Sarah Brown, Pai Founder

"We know bodycare can feel like a chore – especially if you have sensitive or itchy skin and feel confined to paraffin-based aqueous creams. But your skin barrier needs support from head to toe, and with the right natural actives it's possible for a formula to restore calm while also being a joy to use."

SARAH BROWN
FOUNDER, PAI SKINCARE

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this body cream suitable for eczema-prone skin?

It was specifically tested on 59 people with sensitive, eczema-prone skin in an independent consumer trial. In that subgroup, 96.6% reported their skin felt instantly more comfortable after first use, and 91.5% said it soothed dry skin after 7 days. The formula also includes prebiotic inulin, which selectively feeds beneficial bacteria while inhibiting Staphylococcus aureus, a pathogen linked to eczema flare-ups.

Which body cream should I use and when?

The Wet Skin Moisturiser is designed for damp skin straight after showering, locking in up to 12 hours of hydration with minimal effort. The Soothing Body Cream is applied to dry skin and delivers clinically proven 24-hour hydration, with added anti-inflammatory botanicals like CO2-extracted calendula and sea buckthorn that make it the stronger choice for irritated or eczema-prone skin. You can use both: Wet Skin Moisturiser as your daily base, Body Cream layered on top when skin needs extra support.

How do I use this in my routine?

Apply generously to dry skin after showering or bathing, focusing on areas prone to dryness or irritation. For best results, use after the Gentle Genius Replenishing Body Wash and Wet Skin Moisturiser. For eczema-prone skin, apply at least twice daily and reapply as needed. A tip: refrigerate it for a cooling effect on hot, irritated skin.

Is this body cream safe during pregnancy and for the whole family?

Yes, it's pregnancy safe and made with 100% natural ingredients. The formula is free from parabens, silicones, sulfates, mineral oil, PEGs, phthalates and synthetic fragrance, and has been independently patch tested for 96 hours on sensitive skin. It's suitable for anyone in the family who deals with dry or easily irritated skin.

Does this body cream contain any allergens or fragrance?

It contains KindScent, Pai's proprietary 100% natural fragrance blending juniper berries, eucalyptus, petitgrain and patchouli at less than 0.001%, which has been dermatologist approved for sensitive skin. The ceramide complex includes macadamia (a tree nut derivative), and the formula contains oat-derived ingredients. If you have severe oat, wheat or tree nut allergies, consult a healthcare provider before use.

Is this body cream certified organic and what do the certifications mean?

It's certified COSMOS Natural by the Soil Association (meaning every ingredient meets strict natural origin and processing standards), certified vegan by the Vegan Society, and certified cruelty-free by Leaping Bunny. It's also been dermatologist tested and approved, and independently patch tested for 96 hours on sensitive skin. The formula is 100% natural origin and 27% organic (excluding water).

What are biomimetic ceramides and how do they repair the skin barrier?

Biomimetic ceramides are plant-derived lipids structured to closely mimic your skin's own ceramide composition. This formula's complex, derived from argan, meadowfoam, macadamia and shea butter fatty acids, works two ways: ceramide NP directly fills gaps in the skin's lipid barrier from the outside, while phytosphingosine stimulates your skin to produce its own ultra-long-chain ceramides (C24 and C26) from the inside. In an 8-week study on 6 subjects, the supporting oat lipid extract increased skin ceramide content by 10% (p<0.05) and improved intercellular lipid lamellae length by 14% (p<0.05).

What are the Mediterranean botanicals in this cream and why do they matter?

The cream contains a blend of caper bud, prickly pear cactus and olive leaf extracts, each targeting inflammation through a different molecular pathway. In a University of Catania study of 68 breast cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy (one of the most extreme models of skin redness), this blend outperformed trolamine, an established pharmaceutical treatment, in reducing erythema measured by reflectance spectrophotometry over 8 weeks. The same free radical cascade driving radiodermatitis drives everyday redness in sensitive and eczema-prone skin, which is what makes this blend so relevant.

What clinical evidence backs up the 24-hour hydration claim?

In an independent instrumental study of 21 women (Eurofins Alba, 2024), Corneometer readings showed the Body Cream delivered significantly higher hydration than untreated skin at every time point tested, peaking at a 43% increase at 6 hours and still measuring 8% higher at 24 hours. TEWL (trans-epidermal water loss) measurements confirmed the skin barrier was maintained throughout, meaning the cream hydrates without disrupting barrier function. That's clinical-grade data, not just how it feels.

I loved Polly Plum™, how does this body cream compare?

Think of it as Polly Plum's smarter, harder-working successor. The formula now includes a biomimetic ceramide complex for dual-mechanism barrier repair, plus a Mediterranean botanical blend of caper bud, prickly pear and olive leaf that targets inflammation through three different pathways. Fragrance levels have been reduced by 50% using Pai's KindScent blend, formulated at less than 0.001% and dermatologist approved for sensitive skin.

How does this compare to pharmacy body creams for sensitive skin?

Pharmacy brands like CeraVe typically use single synthetic ceramides. This formula uses a multi-fatty-acid biomimetic ceramide complex that more closely mirrors your skin's own lipid structure, plus phytosphingosine to stimulate your skin's own ceramide production. It also layers in CO2-extracted calendula and sea buckthorn, which preserve a broader spectrum of anti-inflammatory compounds than conventional extraction methods, and a Mediterranean botanical blend with clinical evidence against a pharmaceutical benchmark. All while maintaining full COSMOS Natural certification, which most pharmacy alternatives don't carry.

Overall rating: 4.2647057 / 5 from 34 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Gentle Genius™ Barrier Care Soothing Body Cream offers deep nourishment and hydration, clinically proven to keep skin hydrated for up to 24 hours. Suitable for sensitive and eczema-prone skin, it features biomimicking Ceramides, Oat Extract, and Squalane for enhanced barrier repair and all-day comfort. Its unique, low-allergen fragrance with Juniper Berries and Petitgrain is dermatologist approved and won't irritate sensitive skin.

Summary topics

  • Nourishing Properties: 45%
  • Hydration and Nourishment: 20%

Review topics: ["smell","results","feels","cream","texture","skin","formula","moisturiser","residue","crème","lotion"].

Review highlights

  • "Amazing body cream - toxin free and super moisturising"Kelly L.
  • "Rich and nourishing cream"Alexandra T.
  • "Fantastic cream for my very sensitive eczema prone skin."Gill A.

Reviews

Awful in every way

"I thought the Polly Plum packaging was just being replaced with the new dreadful dispensers, which I could mostly live with, but the formula is different and for me, it’s just awful comparatively. It’s so greasy and lightweight, does not absorb, and is a type of lotion I personally stay away from. How am I the only reviewer (that used Polly Plum) saying this about the texture? People are saying it’s comparable in the richness and feel - to me, it feels exactly like shea butter. Polly Plum was everything."

Jen R. (1/5)

Gentle Genius Barrier Cream fine

"My skin feels lovely. The texture is fine for my dry skin. The problem is getting the cream out of the pack, even my husband has trouble with it, sadly, it will put me off from buying it again."

Janet C. (5/5)

It was really nice and

"It was really nice and gentle for my skin during winter. The texture is not too thick and it absorbs quickly. I'm gonna use it again for sure!"

Caroline G. (5/5)

Perfect eczema lotion for kids

"My daughter has eczema. The only lotion she could tolerate as a baby was the Baby Pai lotion. After it was discontinued, we struggled to find a lotion her skin would tolerate. It’s finally here! Gentle Genius calms her eczema and it doesn’t leave a yucky residue, so she loves using it! And for me, who is scent sensitive, its light natural scent is lovely."

Joye G. (5/5)

Love the formula not the bottle

"Great lotion but the bottle isn't great - there's still quite a lot in the bottle when you can't squeeze out anymore so can be a pain to get the rest out but great lotion that ticks a lot of boxes. Might be best in a tub."

Diana (4/5)

Soothing cream

"Lovely boy moisturiser, very soothing"

Tamara E. (5/5)

Awkward packaging

"A nice cream, which sinks in well. However I found it to be expensive for what it does and can get similar results with cheaper products. Maybe people with problem dryness would see more benefits. I also struggled with the packaging, which I found hard to squeeze, especially as the product ran out. It is also not possible to get the last bit of cream out when you come to the end. The style of the packaging was an nice idea but maybe a tube would be better."

Dagmar L. (3/5)

A balm

"This cream is soothing and hydrating and doesn’t cause my skin to react. Delighted with it."

Sharon S. (5/5)

Lovely cream - dreadful container

"Lovely cream although the previous cream -Polly Plum was as good but cheaper . Why on earth would you think this is a replacement !!! It’s impossible to squeeze the cream out as the plastic is rigid and there’s too much unnecessary plastic in the cap. My husband has had to cut the tube so I can decant into another container. Your development department has not thought this through . I can see that I am not the only one to note this so come on Pai - sort this or preferably bring back the previous Polly Plum"

Sue S. (2/5)

Great product. Let down by the dispenser.

"I was disappointed when Polly Plum was discontinued, however I was pleasantly surprised by the Gentle Genius body cream. It's rich and leaves my skin feeling soft snd hydrated. I find I don't need to use a lot. Unfortunatly, it's let down down by the impractical dispenser. It's difficult to squeeze out the cream. I saw another review pionting out this same issue. I would have given a 5 star rating were it not for the impractical dispenser."

Gurpreet G. (4/5)

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