Hempz Fresh Fusions Sandalwood & Apple Herbal Body Scrub

Hempz Fresh Fusions Sandalwood & Apple Herbal Body Scrub

Review

Results you may expect from using Hempz Fresh Fusions Sandalwood & Apple Herbal Body Scrub:

Hempz Fresh Fusions Sandalwood & Apple Herbal Body 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
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
4
Glycerin
3
Synthetic Wax
2
Polysorbate 20
1.5
Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder
1.3
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
1
Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil
0.3
Santalum Austrocaledonicum Wood Oil
0.3
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
0.3
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
0.3
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
0.3
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
0.3
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
0.3
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Extract
0.3
Aminomethyl Propanol
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Fragrance
0.3
Isopentyldiol
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
PEG-4 Dilaurate
0.3
PEG-4 Laurate
0.3
Sodium Hydroxide
0.3
Hexyl Cinnamal
0.3
Limonene
0.3
Citronellol
0.3
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
0.3
PEG-4
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Potassium Sorbate
0.3
Sodium Benzoate
0.3
Disodium PEG-12 Dimethicone Sulfosuccinate
0.3
Tocopherol
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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.
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Sodium Lauryl SulfateA synthetic soap-like ingredient that is used in cleansing products. It foams very well and is able to remove dirt and oil from the skin. It can be irritating.
Glycerin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Synthetic Wax
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Synthetic WaxDescription is coming soon
Polysorbate 20
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Polysorbate 20A viscous, amber-colored liquid that functions as a solubilizer to disperse small amounts of oil into a large water phase. Polysorbate 20 is frequently used to solubilize fragrance oils into water-based emulsions.
Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder
Est. %1.5
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.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerA synthetic ingredient that is used to thicken water and alcohol. It results in a more lightweight formula and is commonly found in gel products.
Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil
Est. %1
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.
Santalum Austrocaledonicum Wood Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Santalum Austrocaledonicum Wood OilDescription is coming soon
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit ExtractAn extract derived from apple fruit that has humectant moisturizing and antioxidant properties, as well as gentle anti-pigment effects. It contains humectant sugars, anti-pigment organic acids, and flavonoids.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Est. %0.3
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.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel ExtractCitrus aurantium dulcis peel extract is the same extract as Citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) fruit extract. It has antioxidant properties and gives a skincare product a fresh orange scent. It also works as a thickener due to its pectin content. Read more about the extract here: Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract.
Aminomethyl Propanol
Est. %0.3
Function
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Aminomethyl PropanolA synthetic ingredient that helps to adjust the pH of a product to make it less acidic.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
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FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.
Isopentyldiol
Est. %0.3
Function
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Isopentyldiol

An alcohol that improves moisturization by drawing in water.

Disodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
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Disodium EDTAA synthetic chelator that helps to maintain the look and smell of a product by 'locking up' troublesome metal ions.
PEG-4 Dilaurate
Est. %0.3
Function
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PEG-4 DilaurateDescription is coming soon
PEG-4 Laurate
Est. %0.3
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PEG-4 LaurateDescription is coming soon
Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium Hydroxide

An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.

Hexyl Cinnamal
Est. %0.3
Function
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Hexyl CinnamalA synthetic scent ingredient that produces a jasmine-like fragrance. According to the International Fragrance Association (IFRA), hexyl cinnamal is a skin sensitizer and allergen and so its use in skincare should be limited.
Limonene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LimoneneOne of the most used fragrances in skincare products. It is produced from the peels of citrus fruits and has a fresh, pleasant, citrusy smell. People who are sensitive to citrus should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Citronellol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CitronellolA fragrant compound found naturally in many essential oils (mainly lemongrass). It can have a lemon or a rose scent. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid products with citronellol, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Iodopropynyl ButylcarbamateA highly effective preservative against fungi, specifically mold and yeast. It is cost-effective, functions at very low levels, and also provides some protection against bacteria.
PEG-4
Est. %0.3
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PEG-4Description is coming soon
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
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Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
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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.
Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium BenzoateA preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.
Disodium PEG-12 Dimethicone Sulfosuccinate
Est. %0.3
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Origin
Disodium PEG-12 Dimethicone SulfosuccinateDescription is coming soon
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
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Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.