ACURE Brightening Facial Scrub

ACURE Brightening Facial Scrub

Review

Results you may expect from using ACURE Brightening Facial Scrub:

ACURE Brightening Facial Scrub is a type of skincare product designed to be rinsed off, peeled off, or otherwise removed from the skin. Research confirming the moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, and soothing effects of such products is very limited. Therefore, we do not provide efficacy ratings for these types of skincare products.

However, you can explore the roles of specific ingredients in the Ingredients Explained section below.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
75
Water
6
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
4
Glycerin
3
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
2
Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder
1.5
Kaolin
1.3
Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
1
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel
0.3
Sodium PCA
0.3
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
0.3
Glyceryl Laurate
0.3
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
0.3
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
0.3
Laminaria Digitata Powder
0.3
Lilium Candidum Callus Culture Extract
0.3
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
0.3
Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Fruit Extract
0.3
Rosa Canina Fruit Extract
0.3
Punica Granatum Extract
0.3
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
0.3
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
0.3
Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract
0.3
Copper Chlorophyll
0.3
Chondrus Crispus Extract
0.3
Argania Spinosa Callus Culture Extract
0.3
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
0.3
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
0.3
Cymbopogon Flexuosus Leaf Oil
0.3
Mentha Viridis (Spearmint) Leaf Oil
0.3
Salvia Sclarea (Clary) Oil
0.3
Lavandula Hybrida Oil
0.3
Cellulose Gum
0.3
Sodium Levulinate
0.3
Gluconolactone
0.3
Potassium Sorbate
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Water
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
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Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder
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Kaolin
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Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel
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Sodium PCA
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Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
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Glyceryl Laurate
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Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
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Laminaria Digitata Powder
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Lilium Candidum Callus Culture Extract
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Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
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Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Fruit Extract
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Rosa Canina Fruit Extract
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Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
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Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract
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Copper Chlorophyll
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Chondrus Crispus Extract
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Argania Spinosa Callus Culture Extract
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Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Cymbopogon Flexuosus Leaf Oil
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Mentha Viridis (Spearmint) Leaf Oil
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Salvia Sclarea (Clary) Oil
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Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %75
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceA gelatinous juice from Aloe vera leaves that acts as a powerful humectant, emollient, and antioxidant. It contains enzymes, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals that soothe irritated skin and have wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Glycerin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl TaurateA coconut-derived or synthetic surfactant that creates a gentle, creamy foam. It is popular in baby shampoos, body washes, and many other rinse-off products as a complement to other surfactants.
Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell PowderAn abrasive powder from the hard outer shells of walnuts that you often see in exfoliating products. It is an eco-friendly alternative to abrasive plastic micro-particles.
Kaolin
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
KaolinA type of mineral clay milled into a white, very fine powder. It is able to absorb sweat and oil, which then helps to keep the skin matte. The larger particles of kaolin are used in skin scrubs as an abrasive ingredient.
Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Sodium LauroamphoacetateA surfactant that can boost foam. It is mild on its own but can also help mitigate the harshness of other strong surfactants.
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel
Est. %1
Function
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel
Sodium PCA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium PCAOne of the most important parts of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor, a mixture of various compounds that keeps the skin’s surface well hydrated. Sodium PCA is used in skincare for its fantastic humectant properties.
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Lauroyl LactylateA multifunctional ingredient that produces foamy cleansers and allows oil and water to mix.
Glyceryl Laurate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Glyceryl LaurateA naturally-derived ester that can soften the appearance of skin and blend oils with water.
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium Cocoyl IsethionateA coconut-derived surfactant that features gentle cleansing capabilities. This mild cleansing agent is commonly used in skin cleansing products and is especially useful in solid bar cleansers, like syndet bars.
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil

A famous olive oil widely used in skincare as an emollient and occlusive moisturizer. It contains mainly unsaturated fatty acids, antioxidant flavonoids, and oleuropeins. Olive oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.

Laminaria Digitata Powder
Est. %0.3
Function
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Laminaria Digitata Powder
Lilium Candidum Callus Culture Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Lilium Candidum Callus Culture Extract
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit ExtractAn antioxidant extract obtained from the fruits of the acai palm. It has a high content of anthocyanins, responsible for the dark purple color, as well as other antioxidant phenolic compounds.
Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Fruit ExtractRubus fruticosus fruit extract is an extract obtained from the fruit of the Blackberry. It offers antioxidant properties and is used in skincare as an astringent ingredient due to its high content of tannins.
Rosa Canina Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Rosa Canina Fruit ExtractAn extract from the fruits of the Rosa canina, better known as rosehip. It contains carotenoids, which give it its bright, orange-red color, as well as high amounts of antioxidant vitamin C, flavonoids, tannins, and organic acids.
Punica Granatum Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Punica Granatum ExtractAn extract made from pomegranate fruit. The fleshy and juicy part of the fruit mainly contains antioxidant red pigments and polyphenols. The rinds contain large amounts of tannins, which are astringent and leave the skin feeling tightened and refreshed.
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Calendula Officinalis Flower ExtractAn extract derived from the flowers of the pot marigold. Its yellow to bright orange flowers contain carotenoids, triterpenoids, and flavonoids. They all have fantastic anti-inflammatory activity and can help to soothe inflamed skin.
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower ExtractDerived from German chamomile flowers, this extract is especially known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing benefits. It contains two soothing compounds called chamazulene and bisabolol, as well as antioxidant flavonoids.
Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Aspalathus Linearis Leaf ExtractA derivative from Rooibos bush leaves, which are rich in antioxidant flavonoids and astringent tannins. It has been claimed that this ingredient has an anti-wrinkle effect when mixed with green tea extract.
Copper Chlorophyll
Est. %0.3
Function
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Copper Chlorophyll
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Chondrus Crispus ExtractAn extract from the species of red marine algae called Irish moss or carrageen moss. It is edible and widely used to produce carrageenan, a polysaccharide with humectant moisturizing and soothing properties.
Argania Spinosa Callus Culture Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Argania Spinosa Callus Culture Extract
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Chlorella Vulgaris ExtractA dried mass of tiny, single-cell green algae. It is widely used as a food source or dietary supplement since it is rich in proteins, amino acids, minerals, and vitamins. This dark green extract is used as an antioxidant agent in skincare.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilA fatty oil expressed from sunflower seeds and one of the most commonly used oils in skincare. It has great emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Sunflower oil is one of the richest sources of vitamin E – an important skin antioxidant.
Cymbopogon Flexuosus Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Cymbopogon Flexuosus Leaf Oil
Mentha Viridis (Spearmint) Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Mentha Viridis (Spearmint) Leaf OilA fragrant essential oil obtained from spearmint leaves. A compound called R-(–)-carvone is responsible for its somewhat sweet, but still fresh, minty scent.
Salvia Sclarea (Clary) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Salvia Sclarea (Clary) OilA fragrant essential oil obtained from the clary sage that has a sweet, herbal, soft, and woody aroma, with some hints of lavender.
Lavandula Hybrida Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Lavandula Hybrida OilA fragrant essential oil distilled from a lavender hybrid of the two most common lavender species: true lavender and spike lavender. It contains linalool and linalyl acetate as well as eucalyptol and camphor, which altogether give it a cooling, lavender scent.
Cellulose Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
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Cellulose GumA polymer that is derived from its namesake, cellulose, which is plant-based. It has many formula-helper benefits, including thickening and product stabilization.
Sodium Levulinate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium LevulinateA sodium salt of levulinic acid that is used as an antimicrobial and preservative agent, inhibiting the growth of harmful bacteria in a product.
Gluconolactone
Est. %0.3
Function
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GluconolactoneA PHA derived from glucose. It has exfoliating and humectant properties and acts as a penetration enhancer for other ingredients. It has also been shown to assist in the treatment of acne and the prevention of photoaging.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
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Potassium SorbateA preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.