Sand & Sky Australian Emu Apple - Enzyme Powder Polish

Sand & Sky Australian Emu Apple - Enzyme Powder Polish

Review

Does Sand & Sky Australian Emu Apple - Enzyme Powder Polish work?

Sand & Sky Australian Emu Apple - Enzyme Powder Polish 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
40
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
1
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch
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Kaolin
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Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
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Cellulose
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Powder
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Glycerin
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Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
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Kunzea Pomifera Fruit Extract
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Syzygium Luehmannii Fruit Extract
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Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit Extract
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Santalum Acuminatum Fruit Extract
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Davidsonia Jerseyana Fruit Extract
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Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
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Papain
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
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Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
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Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide
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Pichia/Resveratrol Ferment Extract
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3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
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Tocopherol
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil
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Citrus Sinensis Peel Oil Expressed
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Citrus Sinensis (Orange) Peel Extract
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Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower
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Michelia Alba Flower Oil
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Pelargonium Graveolens Leaf Oil
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
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Santalum Spicata Wood Oil
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Maltodextrin
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Glucose
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Gluconolactone
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Citric Acid
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Water
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Phenoxyethanol
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Sodium Benzoate
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Potassium Sorbate
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Limonene
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Red 40 (CI 16035)
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Ext. Violet 2 (CI 60730)
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Ingredients explained

Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch
Est. %40
Function
Origin
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch
Kaolin
Est. %22
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 Cocoyl Glutamate
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Sodium Cocoyl GlutamateA very effective yet mild cleansing ingredient derived from coconut oil.
Cellulose
Est. %6
Function
Origin
CelluloseA natural ingredient that can create water-based gels, absorb oils, and exfoliate the skin. One of the main functions of cellulose is as a bulking and viscosity controlling agent. Cellulose can also modify the slip aesthetics and act as an opacifying agent.
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Powder
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Powder
Glycerin
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil extracted from macadamia nuts. It is clear and pale yellow with a pleasant nutty aroma and contains oleic and palmitoleic fatty acids, tocopherols, phytosterols, squalene, and polyphenols.
Kunzea Pomifera Fruit Extract
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Kunzea Pomifera Fruit Extract
Syzygium Luehmannii Fruit Extract
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Syzygium Luehmannii Fruit Extract
Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit Extract
Santalum Acuminatum Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Santalum Acuminatum Fruit Extract
Davidsonia Jerseyana Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Davidsonia Jerseyana Fruit Extract
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit ExtractExtracted from the fruits of the Kakadu plum (which is the richest source of vitamin C among all plants) this ingredient acts as an excellent antioxidant. Besides this, it is also an antimicrobial agent with some humectant properties.
Papain
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PapainAn enzyme that is obtained from papaya fruits. It acts as a mild exfoliant with skin-softening benefits.
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.
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cassia Angustifolia Seed PolysaccharideAn ingredient obtained from a plant commonly called Senna. Polysaccharides are known to create a mild humectant film on the skin, helping to retain moisture. It can also make the skin appear smooth and contribute to a glowing look.
Pichia/Resveratrol Ferment Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pichia/Resveratrol Ferment Extract
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic AcidA derivative of vitamin C. Its stability in skincare formulations is better than ascorbic acid’s, although clinical studies are yet to indicate whether it has the same collagen-boosting benefits.
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.

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.
Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil

This oil is obtained from the peels of pink grapefruits. It contains fragrant limonene, which gives the oil a fresh and clean, citrusy scent.

Citrus Sinensis Peel Oil Expressed
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Sinensis Peel Oil Expressed

An essential oil pressed from the peels of the sweet orange.

Citrus Sinensis (Orange) Peel Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Sinensis (Orange) Peel Extract
Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower
Michelia Alba Flower Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Michelia Alba Flower Oil
Pelargonium Graveolens Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pelargonium Graveolens 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.
Santalum Spicata Wood Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Santalum Spicata Wood Oil
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Maltodextrin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MaltodextrinA formula helper manufactured from starch. It has a sweet flavor and is often used in rinse-off products to support their foaming structure. Maltodextrin is also used to stabilize emulsions and to absorb and bind other ingredients in the formula.
Glucose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
GlucoseA simple sugar that is also one of two components of sucrose, or table sugar. It is used as a humectant in skincare products. Glucose is also used to flavor lip care cosmetics because of its mildly sweet taste.
Gluconolactone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Water
Est. %0.3
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.
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.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
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.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
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.

Red 40 (CI 16035)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Red 40 (CI 16035)A colorant that also goes by the name of Allura Red AC or FD&C Red 40. This ingredient is an approved colorant for skincare, food, and even tattoo inks. The color produced by Red 40 (CI 16035) is a jewel-tone red with yellow undertones.
Ext. Violet 2 (CI 60730)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ext. Violet 2 (CI 60730)