Hempz CBD Face Off Gentle Exfoliating Facial Scrub Review

Hempz CBD Face Off Gentle Exfoliating Facial Scrub
Review

Does Hempz CBD Face Off Gentle Exfoliating Facial Scrub Work?

 
Hempz CBD Face Off Gentle Exfoliating 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.
 
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Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
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Water
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Cetyl Alcohol
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Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder
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Cetearyl Alcohol
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Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
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Isopropyl Palmitate
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Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
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Glycerin
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Cannabidiol
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Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil
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Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
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Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
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Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract
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Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract
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Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Copaifera Officinalis (Balsam Copaiba) Resin
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Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil
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Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil
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Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract
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Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract
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Glycine Max (Soybean) Seed Extract
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract
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Panax Ginseng Root Extract
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Rosa Canina Seed Extract
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
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Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Cell Extract
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Phenoxyethanol
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Polysorbate 60
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
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Panthenol
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Aminomethyl Propanol
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Sodium Hyaluronate
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Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %70
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.
Cetyl Alcohol
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Cetyl AlcoholA waxy solid fatty alcohol derived from palm oil. It is most commonly used as a co-emulsifier and affects the final aesthetic of the product, leaving a soft and silky feeling on the skin. Cetyl alcohol is also used as a viscosity controlling agent.
Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder
Est. %4
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.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Est. %3
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Cetearyl AlcoholA blend of cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol, the fatty alcohols that are derived from palm oil. It helps to create emulsions that give off a soft and silky emollient feel and also increase product thickness.
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Est. %2
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Glyceryl Stearate CitrateAn ingredient composed of citric acid, stearic acid, and glycerin. Glyceryl stearate citrate acts as an emollient in skincare products, making the skin appear smooth and pleasant to the touch.
Isopropyl Palmitate
Est. %1.5
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Isopropyl PalmitateAn emollient ester of palmitic acid and isopropanol that gives the skin a smooth, soft, dry, non-oily after-feel. Isopropyl palmitate is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Est. %1.3
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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.
Glycerin
Est. %1
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Glycerin

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

Squalane
Est. %0.3
Function
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SqualaneAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient compound that forms part of the skin’s sebum. The main source of squalane had always been shark liver. Now, however, it is manufactured synthetically or derived from plant oils, such as olive and peanut oil.
Cannabidiol
Est. %0.3
Function
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CannabidiolA hemp-derived, well-researched active compound that offers soothing benefits to the skin and can restore its healthy appearance. It regulates inflammation and may help with chronic skin conditions.
Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cannabis Sativa Seed OilAlso known as hemp seed oil, an occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil derived from the seeds of industrial hemp. It has nothing to do with full-spectrum CBD or THC. It contains unsaturated fatty acids, antioxidant phytosterols, phytol, and vitamin E.
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
Est. %0.3
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Persea Gratissima (Avocado) OilA fatty oil expressed from the fleshy part of an avocado, used in skincare for its excellent emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Avocado oil contains fatty acids, notably oleic acid (up to 80%), squalene, vitamin E, and carotenoids.
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel OilA fatty oil expressed from the seed kernels of apricot fruits. This oil is an emollient and occlusive moisturizer comprised of around 60% oleic acid, followed by linoleic and palmitic acid, carotenoids, vitamin E, and other antioxidant compounds.
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilA liquid plant wax, also known as Jojoba oil, pressed from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis. These seeds can contain up to 50% of liquid wax. It is used as an occlusive moisturizer, emollient, and emulsifier.
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit ExtractAn extract derived from the berries of the bilberry plant, sometimes called European blueberry. It is rich in antioxidant anthocyanins and astringent tannins.
Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) ExtractAn antioxidant extract from sugarcane, the famous crop used to make sugar. It acts as a humectant and exfoliating agent – the little sugar crystals mechanically remove dead skin cells from the skin’s surface.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract

An extract from the fruit of the sweet orange. It contains fragrant sweet orange essential oil, high amounts of antioxidant flavonoids (mainly hesperidin), and carotenoids – which give it the orange color.

Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract

A fragrant extract from lemon peels that contains various antioxidant flavonoids, organic acids, and limonoids – which are currently under investigation as potential anti-wrinkle and anti-pigment compounds.

Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) ExtractAn antioxidant extract from sugar maple bark and sap – the same sweet sap used to make maple syrup. It has a faint vanilla smell and is used in skincare for its exfoliating properties. This is because of the small sugar crystals present in the extract.
Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
Est. %0.3
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Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed ButterA butter-like, occlusive moisturizing, and emollient fatty oil extracted from the seeds of Murumuru palm. It consists mainly of lauric and myristic acid, as well as smaller amounts of oleic acid.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
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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.
Copaifera Officinalis (Balsam Copaiba) Resin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Copaifera Officinalis (Balsam Copaiba) ResinA soothing, antimicrobial, and wound healing hardened sap from copaiba resin. It contains a fragrant essential oil and various anti-inflammatory terpenes that are aimed at problematic skin.
Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Passiflora Edulis Seed OilA fatty oil derived from passion fruit seeds. It contains emollient and occlusive linoleic and oleic fatty acids, as well as antioxidants (among which are famous vitamin E and resveratrol).
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit OilAn emollient and occlusive moisturizing oil extracted from the famous açaí palm fruits. It contains fatty acids and is extremely rich in antioxidant and astringent phenolic compounds.
Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chenopodium Quinoa Seed ExtractDerived from quinoa seeds, the extract contains various emollient phytochemicals such as phytosterols, saponins, proteins, and amino acids.
Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root ExtractAn antioxidant extract derived from carrots. It is a rich source of the orange-colored beta-carotene (pro-vitamin A). Carrot root extract is often added to skincare products that are aimed at providing a better suntan.
Glycine Max (Soybean) Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
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Glycine Max (Soybean) Seed Extract
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) ExtractAn abrasive rice extract rich in various emollient fatty acids, amino acids, and vitamin E.
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Panax Ginseng Root ExtractDerived from the roots of the Korean Ginseng, this extract contains a mixture of antioxidant and soothing ginsenosides which are proven to reduce inflammation and treat eczema. The root is a major part of Chinese traditional medicine.
Rosa Canina Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
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Rosa Canina Seed Extract
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

An antioxidant green tea extract. In the deeper layers, it slows down the destruction of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid – thus delaying the signs of aging. It also acts as an anti-acne, soothing, moisturizing, and emollient ingredient.

Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract
Est. %0.3
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Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture ExtractAn extract that comes from a certain apple cultivar. It is claimed to have superior properties over any other apple extracts and the patent holder claims that it has anti-wrinkle activity.
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Cell Extract
Est. %0.3
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