Lush Scrub Scrub Scrub Review

Lush Scrub Scrub Scrub
Review

Does Lush Scrub Scrub Scrub Work?

 
Lush Scrub Scrub 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
0.15
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Sodium Chloride
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Sodium Laureth Sulfate
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Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Fruit Extract
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Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Fruit Extract
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Sodium Cocoamphoacetate
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Charcoal Powder
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Propylene Glycol
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Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Fruit Powder
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Ribes Nigrum Fruit Oil
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Barosma Betulina Leaf Oil
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
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Abies Sibirica Oil
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Lactic Acid
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Lauryl Betaine
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Citral
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Limonene
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Linalool
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Ingredients explained

Sodium Chloride
Est. %45
Function
Origin
Sodium Chloride

You’re definitely familiar with sodium chloride, even if you don’t think you are. It’s table salt! Salt works well with some cleansing ingredients (surfactants) to thicken them into gels. It also acts as a stabilizer for water-in-oil emulsions.

Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Sodium Laureth SulfateSLES, not to be confused with SLS (sodium lauryl sulfate), is a synthetic soap-like ingredient used in cleansing products. It foams well and removes oil and dirt. SLES may cause skin dryness and irritation, although it is considered less irritating than SLS.
Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Fruit Extract
Est. %11
Function
Origin
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.
Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Fruit Extract
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Fruit Extract
Sodium Cocoamphoacetate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Sodium CocoamphoacetateA naturally-derived plant-based gentle cleanser that also creates high levels of foam.
Charcoal Powder
Est. %3
Function
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Charcoal PowderA naturally occurring ingredient that is used as a colorant due to its rich black color. It can also be used as an abrasive to exfoliate the top layer of dead cells off the surface of the skin, as well as as an absorbent.
Propylene Glycol
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Propylene GlycolA clear, thick, odorless liquid of synthetic origin. Its main function is to stabilize cosmetic products exposed to varying temperatures. It is also a moderately strong humectant with similar properties to glycerin.
Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Fruit Powder
Est. %1.5
Function
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Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Fruit Powder
Ribes Nigrum Fruit Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Ribes Nigrum Fruit Oil
Barosma Betulina Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Barosma Betulina Leaf Oil
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf OilAn essential oil distilled from the leaves of rosemary. It is used as a fragrance in skincare and has a spicy, earthy, camphoraceous scent. It also has antioxidant properties according to some research.
Abies Sibirica Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Abies Sibirica Oil
Lactic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactic AcidThe most popular AHA in skincare and less irritating than glycolic acid. It can be naturally found in sour milk. It is a humectant moisturizing, pH stabilizing, and gently exfoliating ingredient, able to soften dry, cracked, and peeling skin.
Lauryl Betaine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lauryl Betaine
Citral
Est. %0.15
Function
Origin
Citral

A fragrant compound found in many essential oils (especially lemon myrtle and lemongrass essential oil). It has a sweet, lemon-like scent. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid products with citral, or at least do a patch test before using.

Limonene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Limonene

One 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.

Linalool
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LinaloolA fragrant, volatile compound naturally present in many essential oils. It has a pleasant scent and is often used in skincare products as a fragrance. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
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.