Kerstin Florian Turkish Body Scrub

Kerstin Florian Turkish Body Scrub

Review

Does Kerstin Florian Turkish Body Scrub work?

Kerstin Florian Turkish 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
45
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Sea Salt
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Glycerin
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Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
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Glyceryl Stearate SE
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Glyceryl Stearate
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PEG-100 Stearate
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Dimethicone
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Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
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Hyssopus Officinalis Leaf Oil
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Ravensara Aromatica Leaf Oil
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Eucalyptus Citriodora Oil
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Cinnamomum Camphora (Camphor) Bark Oil
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Lavandula Officinalis Flower Oil
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Melaleuca Viridiflora Leaf Oil
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Pimpinella Anisum (Anise) Seed Oil
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Lavandula Hybrida Oil
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Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Leaf
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Glycol Stearate
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Sodium Benzoate
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Phenoxyethanol
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Ingredients explained

Sea Salt
Est. %45
Function
Origin
Sea SaltA mixture of minerals from saltwater. The studies show that sea salt may help to restore skin health by improving skin barrier function, improving moisturization, reducing inflammation, and reducing skin roughness and redness.
Glycerin
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed OilA fatty oil pressed from safflower seeds that is used as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient. It contains unusually high amounts of linoleic acid (up to 70%), as well as antioxidant compounds such as vitamin E, phytosterols, and phenolics.
Glyceryl Stearate SE
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Glyceryl Stearate SEAn emulsifier, where the SE stands for self-emulsifying. Emulsions containing glyceryl stearate SE often impart a smooth, velvety feel upon the skin.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA natural occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient, it is a blend of glycerin and two fatty acids, caprylic and capric acid. It creates an oil-based protective layer on the skin, thereby preventing water loss.
Glyceryl Stearate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl StearateAn emollient and emulsifier typically derived from vegetable sources through a chemical reaction with glycerin. It provides stability, texture, and consistency to formulations. Its main function is to allow oil and water to mix.
PEG-100 Stearate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
PEG-100 StearateThis surfactant is more specifically classified as an emulsifier that produces oil-in-water emulsions. PEG-100 stearate can also be used as a cleansing agent.
Dimethicone
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
DimethiconeThe most common silicone in skincare. It forms a silky, smooth film on the skin’s surface and can help to prevent water loss. It also aids in wound healing and can treat and soften scars. Dimethicone is considered to be very safe for use.
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf OilAn essential oil extracted from the leaves of the Eucalyptus globulus, a tall, evergreen, Australian tree with waxy leaves. It mostly consists of cineole – which has potent antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity.
Hyssopus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hyssopus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Ravensara Aromatica Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ravensara Aromatica Leaf Oil
Eucalyptus Citriodora Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Eucalyptus Citriodora Oil
Cinnamomum Camphora (Camphor) Bark Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cinnamomum Camphora (Camphor) Bark Oil
Lavandula Officinalis Flower Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lavandula Officinalis Flower Oil
Melaleuca Viridiflora Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Melaleuca Viridiflora Leaf Oil
Pimpinella Anisum (Anise) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pimpinella Anisum (Anise) Seed Oil
Lavandula Hybrida Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Leaf
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Leaf
Glycol Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycol StearateA natural ester that supports oil and water mixtures.
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.
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.