Types of Face Scrubs

1. Exfoliating Face Scrubs

• Contain exfoliating agents like jojoba beads or sugar crystals
• Gently buff away dead skin cells, dirt and debris
• Reveal brighter, smoother skin and unclog pores
• Best for dull, uneven skin textures

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Jojoba Beads – naturally-derived scrub particles
  • Sugar Crystals – dissolve as they exfoliate
  • Glycerin – prevents moisture loss after scrubbing

2. Purifying Face Scrubs

• Deeply cleanse pores and remove impurities
• Often contain clays, charcoal or volcanic ash
• Ideal for oily, acne-prone skin types

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Bentonite Clay – absorbs oil and draws out impurities
  • Activated Charcoal – pulls dirt from pores
  • Salicylic Acid – clears congested pores

3. Brightening Face Scrubs

• Contain brightening ingredients like vitamin C or licorice root
• Buff away dull surface cells and even out skin tone
• Best for uneven complexion, hyperpigmentation

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Licorice Root – inhibits melanin production
  • Vitamin C – brightens skin and fades dark spots
  • Crushed Walnut Shells – natural physical exfoliant

4. Hydrating Face Scrubs

• Contain emollients and humectants to prevent moisture loss
• Gently buff skin while adding hydration
• Ideal for dry, flaky skin types

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Glycerin – draws moisture into skin
  • Jojoba Oil – nourishes and softens skin
  • Oat Kernel Meal – gently exfoliates and soothes

5. Anti-Aging Face Scrubs

• Gently exfoliate while improving collagen and elasticity
• Reduce appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and sun spots
• Best for prematurely aging, dry, mature skin types

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Hyaluronic Acid – boosts hydration and plumps skin
  • Coffee Bean Granules – antioxidant exfoliant
  • Peptides – stimulate collagen synthesis

6. Creamy Face Scrubs

• Contain cream or milk-based cleansers
• Hydrate while gently buffing away dead skin cells
• Ideal for dry or sensitive skin types

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Shea Butter – softens and hydrates skin
  • Coconut Milk – soothes and moisturizes
  • Oat Kernel Meal – gentle, non-abrasive exfoliant

7. Gel-Based Face Scrubs

• Lightweight gel base allows beads to exfoliate
• Refresh skin without heavy or greasy residue
• Great for oily or acne-prone skin types

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Aloe Vera Gel – soothes and hydrates
  • Salicylic Acid – clears pores and prevents breakouts
  • Polyethylene Beads – gently buffs away dead skin

8. Detoxifying Charcoal Face Scrubs

• Contain activated charcoal to draw out impurities
• Purify pores while providing physical exfoliation
• Best for oily, congested complexions

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Activated Charcoal – absorbs oil and dirt from pores
  • Bentonite Clay – detoxifies skin and exfoliates
  • Volcanic Ash – removes dead cells and polishes skin

9. Exfoliating Face Scrubs for Men

• Invigorate and refresh skin with energizing ingredients
• Reduce ingrown hairs from shaving and grooming

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Crushed Walnut Shells – buffs away dead skin cells
  • Menthol – provides cooling, refreshing sensation
  • Kaolin Clay – absorbs excess oil and sebum

10. Gentle Facial Exfoliating Scrubs

• Contain spherical beads for very gentle buffing
• Ideal for sensitive or easily irritated skin

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Jojoba Beads – gently massage skin without abrasion
  • Oat Kernel Meal – soothes sensitive skin
  • Calendula – calms inflammation and redness