Cetaphil Daily Exfoliating Face Cleanser For All Skin Types Review

Hey, it's me again! I'm bored so here I am lol. Today, I will be doing another review about a skincare product from one of the brands I truly trust: Cetaphil. This is the first time I've tried Cetaphil Daily Exfoliating Cleanser (₱‌521/178ml) and I've stumbled upon it when I was browsing through their official shop online.

This isn't exactly like the newest from Cetaphil, but I don't think people are talking about it as much as with the Gentle Skin Cleanser one. That's basically the reason why I decided to try it out in the first place. And you know that each time I try something new, whether it's a pleasant experience or not, I'm just happy to share my thoughts with everyone.

 

This product right here is infused with skin conditioners and vitamins that gently cleanses and combats dirt, oil, and impurities with the exfoliating micro-fine beads. It promotes a faster skin cell turnover, buffing away dullness and dryness while leaving the skin soft, smooth, and radiant after every wash.

Cetaphil Daily Exfoliating Cleanser claims to be a non-irritating, hypoallergenic and is a gentle facial wash that is suitable for all skin types and is safe for everyday use.

Claims

The ingredient list is a bit long with tons of tongue-twister words for me (LOL!). I've noticed a few ingredients which always work great for my skin type such as Glycerin, Panthenol and Vitamin E. There's something that sounds herbal (and alien) to me such as the Bambusa Arundinacea, which I found out later on as the scientific name of Bamboo Extract.

Google says that it is a great natural moisturiser which soothes and smoothes skin while helping it hydrate. It supports and assists the healing of skin and has antibacterial properties to cleanse, purify and detoxify. Forgive me if I have to google them, for I am not very good with ingredients. Hahaha!

Ingredients

The product has a minimalist design just like most Cetaphil products. The only thing I dislike about the packaging is that it comes in this tube type bottle, which I think isn't the best option given that the formula is a bit runny. Sometimes when I open it in haste, the product slid down the opening and spilled. I think a pump would be better. 

Manufacturing and Expiration Dates

The formula has thin, gel-type consistency. It's close to clear in opacity, only with very tiny microbeads you'll barely see unless you look closely. I don't know why but the scent reminds me of Lactacyd Baby Bath I've used before when I had skin rashes. It's possible that my mind is playing tricks on me right now, but I really think that they smell so similar.

This cleanser doesn't create a foamy lather which I don't mind. I am used to cleansers that doesn't lather much and I like them better because they don't feel drying at all. I like using it together with the Gentle Skin Cleanser as my primary cleanser then follow it up with the exfoliating one. I don't know if anyone else do this, but I like using both because I felt like my skin is not just cleaner, but also softer.

First thing I noticed when I tried Cetaphil Daily Exfoliating Cleanser for the first time, was the burning sensation on my skin. It was intense and after only a few seconds, I had to wash it off already. It felt like I applied Maxipeel while my skin is already peeling (LOL!). But maybe that was my skin in the process of getting used to the product - which actually turned out to be true. The next few uses felt better. I have been using this product for about a month now (only once a day) and every time I use this cleanser, I still feel some warmness on my skin but it became much more tolerable.

The microbeads on it are non-abrasive - you'll barely feel them, to be honest. Cleanser rinses easily without leaving any residue. I also like how it soften and smoothen my skin every wash. It's an exfoliating cleanser, but it's surprisingly non-drying.

For only ₱‌521, you get a good amount of product that will last for a while. I recommend this product if you are looking for a substitute cleanser that will gently remove oil and dirt from your skin, as well as scrub away dead skin cells for that clearer-looking complexion.

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Himalaya Herbals Gentle Exfoliating Apricot Scrub Review

I don't know what's gotten into me, but I felt like typing all day. There's just too many in my draft folder that I felt the urge to write and publish nonstop. I know it's not very me but instead of slacking around and doing nothing, let me share just one more review before my spirit leaves me alone. It's another one of my long overdue blogs and it's about Himalaya Herbals Gentle Exfoliating Apricot Scrub. I got my bottle from Sample Room way back - don't take your chance, it's already sold out LOL. You can get fresh stocks from Watsons or other leading supermarkets and drugstores instead.

CLAIMS

Regular exfoliation is the key to deep skin cleansing and removing debris. This Gentle Exfoliating Apricot Scrub helps to unclog pores, remove dead skin cells, and stimulate fresh skin cell growth as it nourishes your skin with the Vitamin E of Wheat Germ Oil.

KEY INGREDIENTS

Apricot (an outstanding soother and hydrator that stimulates skin’s healthy texture and structure while discouraging surface bacteria) and Wheat Germ Oil (a source of Vitamin E that nourishes and boosts skin elasticity keeping it fresh and cool with an instant glow.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Gently massage with fingertips in a circular motion over damp face and neck while avoiding the area around the eyes. Wash off and pat dry. Use 2-3 times a week for healthy, glowing skin. Suitable for all skin types.

PACKAGING

The product comes in a squeeze-type bottle so it's very handy and is excellent for travels. It also displays all the necessary information about the product such as the claims, ingredients, usage and expiry date.

SCENT, CONSISTENCY AND EASE OF APPLICATION

The scent is weird and somewhat similar to herbs - I'm not sure how to describe it but there's barely any trace of fragrance to it which is fine with me. I think this is because this product is made of natural ingredients. Sometimes, products that have synthetic fragrance tend to be irritating on the skin. Product has a good consistency, creamy and exfoliating with tiny apricot seeds. It reminds me of one of my all-time favorite facial scrubs - St. Ives Blemish Control Apricot Scrubs. There's really some difference in terms of formulation but if I know any better, I'd say that the one from Himalaya Herbals is St. Ives-inspired, just a little short on the exfoliating factor.

Himalaya Herbals Gentle Exfoliating Apricot Scrub has a creamy formulation and based on my observation, the quantity of the scrubs are slightly more than that of the other variant that Himalaya Herbals has - the Clear Complexion Whitening Face Scrub. For me, that's better because it's more softening and the scrubs sort of relaxes my nerves. You just have to be careful when applying it on your skin because the beads are a bit abrasive and if you massage it too much with heavy fingertips, it can scratch the skin and cause more damage.

PERFORMANCE

Himalaya Herbals Gentle Exfoliating Apricot Scrub is a nice face scrub if you are looking for an all-natural alternative. It does its job in getting rid of rough spots while moisturizing and cooling the skin. It also didn't cause me to break out badly or experience any negative reactions. I just think that the price of P99 for a 50ml product is a bit too much. Also, I have tried a few other face scrubs that are cheaper and works better for my oily skin type so with that, it made me contemplate on whether I should buy again or not. In the long run, it doesn't make any much difference on my skin probably because I also limit my usage to once or twice a week.

I probably would pass on this product. I've know a lot and read a few reviews on beauty forums that they like this scrub but I guess it's just not for me. I don't think it should cease to exist but there's just other alternatives that I love more.

What do you think of Himalaya Herbals Gentle Exfoliating Apricot Scrub? Hot or not?

Himalaya Herbals Gentle Exfoliating Apricot Scrub

Bought for: free with points | SRP: P99 (50ml)

Bought from: Sampleroom

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Laneige Clear C Peeling Mask Review

Laneige Clear-C Peeling Mask

Bought for: P1,070/ 70ml

Bought from: Althea Korea

In my previous posts, I tackled about the Laneige Clear-C Advance Effector Ex and how it helped me clear out my skin. From that moment, I got an interest with the rest of the products in the same line. When I did a huge haul last April, I made sure to pick this one up which has been in my long list of to-buy from the website.

CLAIMS

Tackle two skin issues with this multitasking Clear-C Peeling Mask from Laneige! Containing strawberry seeds and konjac jelly granules, this mask gently exfoliates the skin, removing dead skin and impurities while mild AHA acid from fruit extracts even out the skin's texture and moisturize. The result? Smooth, supple skin that's plump and radiant, our absolute fave!

INGREDIENTS

Aqua, Propanediol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycereth-26, Sodium Polyacrylate, Kaolin, Mannan, Acerola Fruit Extract, Vaccinium myrtillus Fruit Extract, Euterpe oleracea Fruit Extract, Yeast Ferment Extract, Sugar Cane Extract, Sugar Maple Extract, Lemon Fruit Extract, Orange Fruit Extract, Strawberry Seed, Silica, Xanthan Gum, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Cocoa Extract, Dextrin, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Sodium Carbomer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Magnesium Silicate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glutathione, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Disodium EDTA, Aromatics

AHA - Derived from fruits to gently exfoliate away dead skin cells 

Strawberry seeds - Finely ground to scrub away dirt and impurities from the skin 

Acerola cherry extract - Improves collagen synthesis for a youthful complexion

HOW TO USE

On clean skin, apply a small amount onto the skin to evenly coat it, gently massaging in circular motions for a few minutes, before rinsing off with water.

PACKAGING

Product comes in a white cardboard box with blue and pink touches. There's nothing much on it so let's move forward. Once you open the box, there are tiny leaflets containing more information about the product and other similar skincare from the same line. This is typical of Laneige. I appreciate this because I get to know the product more and it also gives me an idea on how and which I can use it with.

Like most Laneige product, Clear-C Peeling Mask has a luxurious packaging. It's very similar to their Special Care Water Sleeping Mask except the jar is frosted pink. Be careful though because it's fragile and it has weight to it. It comes with an inner seal for extra protection and a plastic spatula for hygiene purposes. Eventually though, I lost it and decided to just use my fingers which is uhm, not very sanitary. I love the packaging and all, don't get me wrong, but closed containers are still much preferred plus they are more travel-friendly. Agree?

SCENT, TEXTURE AND EASE OF APPLICATION

Product is somewhat thick and creamy. It has real strawberry seeds and konjac jelly granules that adds up to the product's soft consistency. It's such an amazing experience to play with except it's expensive so never mind, no wasting please.

The texture actually reminds me of hydrogel water marbles I used to play with when I was still a kid. The gelatinous texture of squashed water marbles is very similar to the texture of this product. Okay, you get the point lol. Anyway, when mixed with strawberry seeds, it makes a very fine and gentle face scrub/mask that doesn't scratch or over-exfoliate the skin.

Using this product is an absolute fuss-free experience because the products rinses off very easily, leaving your skin feeling soft and smooth. It smells of something unusual like citrus but I don't mind.

PERFORMANCE

I'm kind of torn whether I consider it a scrub or mask but the good thing about this product, I guess, is the fact that it can multitask as both. Again, the creamy consistency and exfoliating factor makes it a good mask to remove dead skin cells and excess dirt and oil. Adding strawberry seeds to it aids in faster removal as it requires physical application. Good thing, it's not as abrasive as other physical scrubs in the market.

Using it 2-3 times a weeks is really helpful in maintaining that soft and smooth skin. A tiny amount is enough to cover the face and neck so one jar will definitely last you a very long time. I just don't think that it does more than softening the skin so I'm kind of on the fence whether or not I'd repurchase. It does nothing to help cure the unevenness of my skin tone nor even improve marks I have. Thinking about the price tag though, I don't think it's worth it.

If you have very minimal skin issues and just looking for a good exfoliating mask, go for it. Just make sure not to use it with other acids and this contains AHA already. This is to avoid any adverse reactions.

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St. Ives Exfoliate and Nourish Apricot Oil Scrub Review

St. Ives Exfoliate and Nourish Apricot Oil Scrub

Bought for: P434

Bought from: Watsons

I've been seeing this St. Ives Exfoliate and Nourish Apricot Oil Scrub in many advertisements whenever I browse online. The curious in me wanted it so badly so I made sure to buy one on my previous trip to Watsons which is way back last year. Hah! I've learned to manage my Watsons spending a long time ago. :D Anyway, I trust St. Ives Scrubs so much, I even repurchased the regular Blemish Control Apricot Scrub a dozen times before, so it did not take much convincing on my end when they released a new scrub variant.

CLAIMS

Our iconic exfoliator meets the nourishing, yet makeup-melting, powers of pure grapeseed oil in our face oil scrub. This oil scrub infused with our signature apricot extract (100% natural, of course!) leaves you with soft, refreshed skin.

 HOW TO USE

(1) Shake and squeeze a small amount (dime-sized is a good start) of Apricot Oil Scrub into *dry* hands, (2) Next, rub hands together to distribute oil evenly around palms, (3) Massage gently onto face (again, *dry*), (4) Now, add warm water, continuing to massage in small circles to emulsify the oil. Once it turns milky white, rinse with warm water and lastly, (5) When you’re done rinsing, pat dry with a towel and admire your soft, glowing skin!

INGREDIENTS

Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Hydrated Silica, Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance (Parfum), Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil.

This product has very few ingredients and I appreciate the simplicity of its formulation. It makes me think that I'm putting lesser chemicals on my skin. This product is composed of 100% natural exfoliants such as Walnut Shell Powder which is carefully milled to be gentle on the skin and Apricot Fruit Extract which has a lot of skin benefits.

A quick Google search and it leads me to St. Ives official site and I read somewhere that Apricot is great for wrinkle reduction, moisturization and better skin tone which is why it's a primary ingredient among all of their scrubs. Aside from the fact that the fruit itself taste good, it's also great to be taken both orally and externally (through skin care products).

PACKAGING

The scrub is housed in a squeeze bottle that I find travel-friendly and economic to use. The cap shuts tight with a click and the bottle itself is sturdy. It also displays all necessary information such as claims and skin benefits, ingredients, directions for use, expiry dates and a lot more.

SCENT, CONSISTENCY AND EASE OF APPLICATION

The scrub has a strong fruity scent of Apricot which I kind of like. However, it's strong enough that those who are very sensitive to scents may find it overwhelming. It even reminds me of car fresheners that usually make me feel nauseous when fragrance combines with car motion. There's just something about it that makes me like it overall.

The scrubs are suspended in oil formulation and I know you get the picture. It provides deep exfoliation so you have to be careful and gentle as you massage it on your skin to avoid over-exfoliation (leads to skin damage and excess oil). Make sure to apply on dry skin with dry palms or it won't emulsify and turn milky white, leaving you a greasy layer that's hard to wash off afterwards. I learned this after a couple of tries (silly me!). Once you get the hang of it, you'll realize that it's very easy to use.

PERFORMANCE

Overall, it's a good scrub to keep skin soft and smooth. The beads are slightly abrasive so you have to be extra careful. The oils are effective in melting away skin's impurities and the scrubs seems to buff away roughness, revealing a brighter complexion and younger skin cells. I just don't think I'll use it alone as a cleanser. I still prefer to do a second cleansing with a facial wash because I feel like there's still grease and dirt left as it's not able to wash away all makeup completely (especially the waterproof ones).

Others may find scrubs like this too drying because of the deep exfoliation factor but for someone like me who has oily skin, I feel like it's just suitable. The huge amount of oil helps hydrate skin and get rid of the taut and dry feeling after exfoliation. If you are leaning toward the drier skin type, you may have to slather moisturizer afterwards to make up.

I like St. Ives Exfoliate and Nourish Apricot Oil Scrub because it's a good value for money and does its job in revealing a more youthful, radiant complexion. It's not a comparison review but if I am going to recommend which variant is a better investment, I still would recommend the regular St. Ives scrubs as those are less abrasive and complicated to use. Nonetheless, scrubs from St. Ives are still game changers!

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Hello Gorgeous Facial Scrub Review

Hello Gorgeous Facial Scrub

Bought from: Hello Gorgeous

Price: P200

If you would like to get instant smooth and soft skin with lesser bumps and rough areas, the best solution would be using a good facial scrub. It's something I really would want to invest for because I just think that they are very useful for sudden events/occasions especially if time for facial salons won't permit. Facial scrubs are something we ought not to use often (too much exfoliation  is bad for the skin) but best if stocked for you don't know when you're gonna need it the most. This was what came to my mind when I did my Hello Gorgeous haul. I picked up this Facial Scrub which is where the spotlight would be for this post. 

CLAIMS, INGREDIENTS, DIRECTIONS

Facial Scrub exfoliates dead skin cells but still keeps face soft and moisturized.

Ingredients: Almond Grains, Walnut Grains, Vitamin E, Virgin Coconut Oil, Tea Tree Oil, and Niacinamide

Directions For Use: Wet skin with warm water. Gently massage a good amount for one minute. Rinse and dry face with clean towel. Use once or twice a week.

PACKAGING

I find the packaging very cute because of the font style and design. It can also be very tricky because of the safety clip just below the pump. I had a hard time because I didn't know how to open it and I literally spent about 10 minutes figuring out how. I don't want to break it so I was being careful. All you need to to is pull the clip out so you can pump the dispenser lol!

I honestly don't like to use the pump because it takes several pushes to dispense the product. Also, it only spurts the cream formula and just a little bit of the scrub because of the small airway. So what I do is twist it open and use the long tube to scoop up the product.

TEXTURE, CONSISTENCY AND EASE OF APPLICATION

I know that the expiration date from the photo above caught your attention. I've purchase it some time last year and I've used it before it expired. This is a super late review is why. The product claims to still be good for twelve months after opening and it's impossible Hello Gorgeous would be able to sell each and every stock the same month of production. I still have a few left in the bottle and consistency and texture are still the same.

The cream is off-white in color, has a slightly yogurt-like consistency and natural scent. The physical scrubs made from Almond and Walnut grains are too huge and abrasive for my liking. You have to use a really light hand otherwise your skin may tend to get irritated from the friction. The scrub is very easy to rinse when splashed with water. It doesn't leave any slimy residues but you really can feel your skin softening.

PERFORMANCE

It does its job as a usual physical exfoliator. My skin is left softer and smoother and I like the fact that it's made of natural ingredients to keep skin healthy. It also does not dry out the skin unlike other facial scrubs. The only thing that's holding me back from repurchasing is the abrasiveness level which I don't prefer as I have oily skin and huge pores. Using too abrasive scrubs may open up my pores and trigger severe sebum production.

Hello Gorgeous Facial Scrub is so affordable at only P200 for a 100ml bottle and is accessible through different leading online shops. I like to explore and I've been meaning to get a facial scrub from a Korean brand so I don't think I would repurchase. Also, there are far better scrubs that are within the same price range such as St. Ives Blemish Control Apricot Scrub and BeautyFix Detoxifying Charcal Facial Scrub which I'd recommend more.

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Huxley Secret of Sahara Scrub Mask in Sweet Therapy Review

Huxley Secret of Sahara Scrub Mask in Sweet Therapy (deluxe size)

Bought for: P180 (30g) | SRP: P1,350 (120g)

Bought from: an online shop

When I rummaged through my stash, I figured out I have too many Korean beauty products. Why not? They are so trendy and popular and there seems to be over hundreds of new K-beauty brands. Though I honestly have few picks I adore, I need to grow and get new experiences by trying out something new from Huxley--another Korean brand which is probably around and operating for years now but being the late bloomer I am, I just heard of them about a couple of months ago.

I got the chance to try a deluxe size when I was looking for something to add to my cart so that I can avail the free shipping option during one of my quick visit to Shopee. Turns out it was at 20% off so I thought, it's not much of a big deal and after all, it would be cool to write about it.

CLAIMS (AS PER HUXLEY)

A purifying scrub mask made with naturally derived ingredients, Huxley Sweet Therapy Scrub Mask easily sloughs off impurities without drying out skin. Packed with Sahara’s prickly pear cactus extract, which is full of skin-benefiting antioxidants, vitamin E and linoleic acid, Mask warms up on skin during application, creating a gentle heat that reduces swelling and helps draw out impurities. Sucrose and walnut shell powder aid the removal of dead skin cells and other impurities while luffa helps sealing in moisture. Great for all skin types, especially those concerned with excess sebum production and clogged pores. Made without parabens, synthetic dyes or mineral oils.

 INGREDIENTS

Glycerin, Sucrose, PEG-32, Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate, Diglycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil, Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder, Luffa Cylindrica Fruit, Chromium Oxide Greens, Silica, Water, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Hydroxide, Fragrance, Phenoxyethanol

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

After cleansing, spread a thin layer onto wet skin. Massage using circular motions avoiding the eye area. Rinse with lukewarm water. Follow with toner, serum and moisturizer.

PACKAGING

To be honest, I really appreciate the simplicity of  the packaging design of all Huxley's products. They are very minimalist yet clean-looking. It comes with an easy to squeeze tube making it perfect for quick getaways. One thing I didn't like about it is that it lacks any information about the product itself. Turns out, I needed to search online for the specifics.

SCENT, TEXTURE AND EASE OF APPLICATION

This scrub has a clean-smelling scent, like that of soap--nothing bothersome or off-putting. It has a rich and thick consistency and has a very abrasive texture. From the looks of it, it has that sharp green herbal-like granules and other than that, I think it has either salt or granulated sugar in the mixture too so you can only imagine how rough it felt on the skin. Correct me on salt/sugar ingredients though if I'm wrong. The product rinses off easily without leaving any greasy or shiny residue.

PERFORMANCE

I'm actually impressed the first time I squeeze some products on my palm. It's very thick and rich in texture and I though it will remain that way all throughout. I noticed that it will only last about a few seconds because once you apply it on the skin, it seems to melt easily and then gradually loses its richness. It becomes watery and the salt melts away too. This scrub gives a warming sensation on the skin and it felt weird to be honest, but nothing painful nor irritating.

Just like what I have mentioned, I find this scrub too abrasive for face use. I don't have sensitive skin but I feel like the sharp edges of the scrubs are just too much. If I am going to continue using it, it gives me the idea that it might damage the skin.

This product claims to be suitable for any skin type. However, I still would think you do a patch test first, or test the abrasiveness on some part of your skin prior to taking a plunge. See if you can handle the texture.

The 30g tube is enough to last me about 10-15 usage. I have to consume everything because I hate to think that I have wasted my money and there's just a few amount to use. I am glad that it did not break me out but I noticed my skin oils up even more severely probably due to too much exfoliation. It's neither hydrating nor softening too. Probably just a tiny bit.

I am glad I did not splurge for a big size and I don't even think it should cost that much (ranging P1,000-1,500). I have other exfoliators I trust like the Dear Klairs Gentle Black Sugar Facial Polish and Onsaemeein Yogurt Peeling Gel. So nope, never gonna repurchase.

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Another Great Local Find: Beauty Fix Detoxifying Charcoal Facial Scrub

Beauty Fix Detoxifying Charcoal Facial Scrub

Bought for: P129/170g

Bought from: SM Store online

I always think Beautyfix is somehow a dupe brand for the famous and well-loved St. Ives which I have been repurchasing non-stop and never run out of. While I was browsing online, I spotted Beauty Fix Charcoal Detoxifying Scrub and thought of getting one for myself because first, never tried any Beautyfix scrub before and secondly, I haven't tried a facial scrub infused with charcoal. Knowing charcoal, they are mostly used to control oil which is my biggest problem to date. There's always a first time in everything, I guess.

I wasn't able to find information about Beautyfix or the product itself but I know that this is a local brand. I also tried to find reviews about this particular product but to no avail. Well, if ever, I am honored to do the initial review hehe. Anyway, if you have been visiting Watsons regularly, shelves of Beautyfix are smack right in the middle of the hallways so it's impossible not to miss it. We might all be pretty aware of their Apricot Scrubs but never a day I drop by Watsons and spotted this charcoal scrub. Could it be a new release? I can only guess.

Claims

Beauty Fix Detoxifying Facial Scrub is specially formulated with activated charcoal that deeply penetrates into pores to draw out impurities and toxins. It contains natural exfoliants that gently unclogs pores by removing oil, dead skin cells and dirt for smoother, healthy-looking skin.

Packaging

Comes in a sleek black tube type of packaging, dispensing the product is quite easy as it does not settle on the bottom. It has all necessary information too like claims, direction for use, ingredients and caution. Judging from the ingredient list, I am glad that it does not contain any paraben.

Texture, Consistency and Ease of Application

The scrub has a rich, creamy consistency and comes in a gray-colored formula with a faint floral scent. Looking closely, it has orange and black granules which I presume are mixed apricot and charcoal powders. They aren't synthetic so it's safe to say that it's also eco-friendly. The formula reminds me of St. Ives', very creamy and blendable, also loaded with scrubs that buffs away skin's roughness to reveal a softer, clearer-looking skin. A little of it goes a long way so you don't need a lot every application. That makes it economical too! The scrubs are fine and non-abrasive but still textured to be intended for body use. Nevertheless, you still might want to be careful because too much exfoliation could lead to irritation.

Overall Performance

It is indeed a luxury to apply this product on the skin because of its soft, whipped-like texture. It also does not feel drying or irritating at all. I feel like the scrub works to give an instant massage on tired skin and the very nice scent calms the senses. It effectively soften the skin, clean the pores without me breaking out though I didn't notice any significant reduction in my sebum production even after three weeks of use (twice-thrice a week). Nonetheless, I would say that this product clarifies and brighten the skin after every use. Considering the price point, this product is definitely a steal! I am really looking for locally-produced products that are affordable, cruelty-free and effective and Beauty Fix Detoxifying Charcoal Facial Scrub is one to consider!

Have you heard of this product before? If not, do you think you'll get one for yourself? You might want to check at the nearest Watsons or buy it online at the SM Store. Let me know what you think in the comments down below!

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