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St. Ives Blemish Control Apricot Face Scrub 150ml

Only St. Ives captures the secrets of naturally beautiful and healthy looking skin in this deep cleansing formula that gently exfoliates, removing dull, dead skin cells. This delicious, yet simple facial scrub smells of fuzzy apricots, helps to exfoliate skin and deeply cleans pores for fresher than fresh skin.

Our Blemish Fighting Apricot Scrub contains salicylic acid to help prevent new blackheads & blemishes from forming. Made with 100% natural exfoliants for a gentle yet deep cleanse. Of course there's apricot extract too which is known to leave skin feeling soft and smooth.

-The Science of Exfoliation:
Did you know your skin is constantly renewing itself? Basically, your body is always making new skin cells: while you sleep, while you eat, during class or morning status meetings at work- you get the point! However, the process isn’t perfect. Sometimes these old cells don’t flake off quickly enough; this build-up can leave you with a rough, dull, tired-looking complexions. Enter the exfoliating face scrub! Used correctly, these deep facial cleansers can help boost radiance by gently buffing away leftover dead skin cells. Properly exfoliated skin looks fresher, smoother, and downright glowier.

Key Features

  • From the UK’s #1 scrub brand* (*Based on Nielsen scantrack (total UK, excluding NI) data for female facial scrub market, 12-months to 23rd March 2019)
  • St. Ives Blemish Control Apricot Face Scrub is dermatologically tested, oil-free & non-comedogenic (meaning it doesn't block your pores)
  • Deeply cleans pores, instantly revealing skin's natural radiance. Contains salicylic acid to help prevent new blackheads & blemishes from forming
  • Made with 100% walnut shell powder, a natural exfoliant
  • This exfoliating scrub contains delicious apricots grown in various sunny destinations, including California
  • Each drop of this apricot scrub delivers a high exfoliation factor to deeply clean pores

How to use

Directions: Disperse scrub onto fingertips and massage onto damp skin. Spread in small circular motions, then rinse and glow!. For best results use 3-4 times a week.

Hazards and Cautions

Avoid direct contact with eyes. In case of contact with eyes, flush thoroughly with water. As we are always looking to improve our products, our formulations change from time to time, so please always check the product packaging before use.

Ingredients

Aqua, Juglans Regia Shell Powder, Glyceryl stearate, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Zea Mays Kernel Meal, Cetyl Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Triethanolamine, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Acetylated Lanolin Alcohol, Benzoic acid, Benzyl alcohol, Carbomer, Ceteareth-20, Cetyl Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Parfum, PEG-100 Stearate, Polysorbate 60, Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract, Sodium chloride, Sodium sulfate, Sorbic acid, Limonene, Linalool, CI 77891

Inactive Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Zea Mays (Corn) Kernel Meal, Cetearyl Alcohol, Triethanolamine, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Carbomer, Ceteareth-20, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Seed Powder, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Fruit Extract, Sodium Methyl Lauroyl Taurate, Fragrance (Parfum), Polysorbate 60, Disodium EDTA, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Linalool, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)

St. Ives Acne Control Apricot Face Scrub

How much salicylic acid is in St. Ives?
How much salicylic acid is in St. Ives?

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Bye-bye, blemishes! We added salicylic acid to our signature apricot face scrub to help reduce breakouts and prevent acne. Crushed walnut shell powder leaves pores fresher than fresh for beautifully glowing skin.

  • CONTAINS 2% SALICYLIC ACID
  • MADE WITH 100% NATURAL EXFOLIANTS AND EXTRACTS
  • OIL-FREE
  • PARABEN-FREE
  • DERMATOLOGIST-TESTED
  • NON-COMEDOGENIC
  • CRUELTY FREE

Directions for Use:

  1. Squeeze a dime sized amount of Acne Control Apricot Scrub onto your fingertips and massage onto damp skin.
  2. Spread in small circular motions, applying gentle pressure to wake your skin’s natural circulation.
  3. Work all over, right up to your hairline and onto the sides of your nose.
  4. When you’re done, rinse and pat dry with a clean towel.
  5. Use 3 to 4 times a week (depending on skin) for best results.

FULL SIZE: 6 oz/10 oz

PRICE: P225/P335

SAMPLE SIZE: 1 pc. 1oz/28g

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84 Reviews

Camillatte

  • Hair: Colored and Chemically Treated
  • Skin Type: Combination
  • Skin Tone: Natural

I have acne-prone skin and this product leaves my face feeling all clear and clean. I like how the blackheads and whiteheads come off after continued use. Thank you, Sample Room.

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jireh_viernes27

  • Hair: Dry
  • Skin Type: Oily
  • Skin Tone: Medium

Honestly, this product is so helpful to me. Because it helps me to reduce the pimples on my face and also I promise myself to buy this every month. This product is so affordable and so effective to me and I promise that if you are going to buy this product you will achieve the clear skin that you were wishing for. This is one of my essential products now. Thank you guys for this product and great job!

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jackie090981

  • Hair: Normal
  • Skin Type: Normal
  • Skin Tone: Natural

I definitely love this facial scrub, that beads "feel" on my skin makes me feel like I have a cleaner, clearer face after washing. I highly recommend this one!

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beautifulme

  • Hair: Colored and Chemically Treated
  • Skin Type: Combination
  • Skin Tone: Natural

I love this product so I already bought another one. Its scent smelled really natural. One can also feel its great cleansing capabilities as you rub against the skin. My skin felt well-exfoliated and definitely glowing after that's why I already bought their 10 oz during a sale.

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Rico Regencia

  • Hair: Colored and Chemically Treated
  • Skin Type: Oily
  • Skin Tone: Natural

It's not my first time trying this product since during college years. I already tried this and the effect on my skin is still the same as before. It really gave me the exfoliation that I needed since you can definitely feel the small beads in your face and I really feel so clean after. The scent is really apricot so it's okay for me. This small product can last for a month or two since you can just use this at least once a week.

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theabelles

  • Hair: Dry
  • Skin Type: Normal
  • Skin Tone: Medium

I’ve used this product way back, but I tend to change and try new products from time to time. This scrub is really gentle on the skin but really effective in removing dead skin cells. I always feel refreshed after every use of this product. It smells good also, I love it’s the fruity and clean smell.

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nikkiz

  • Hair: Colored and Chemically Treated
  • Skin Type: Oily
  • Skin Tone: Medium

I've used this years ago so I was glad to try it again now. I use it once or twice a week to avoid my skin from getting overly dry. It exfoliates well and does not leave skin dry. No breakouts so far. Just make sure to keep eyes closed as it will sting.

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lazie22

  • Hair: Normal
  • Skin Type: Oily
  • Skin Tone: Natural

I have oily skin, and the continued mask use has given me more breakouts than usual. I tried this scrub for a month and I noticed my acne marks faded. And it always gives me the pick-me-up feeling every morning.

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waterlily24

  • Hair: Normal
  • Skin Type: Sensitive
  • Skin Tone: Fair

I like the scent of this scrub. It is mild but refreshing. It did not cause breakouts and really made my skin soft after using it. I will definitely buy a full-sized one soon!

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samwisegamgee

  • Hair: Colored and Chemically Treated
  • Skin Type: Combination
  • Skin Tone: Natural

I used St. Ives before and I've read this product in magazines and online articles countless times now - and it still makes my face feel cleaner after washing. The sample size is good for a travel kit. It really does make my face feel cleaner at fresh especially in oily parts like the side of my nose and my forehead.

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hanster91

  • Hair: Normal
  • Skin Type: Combination
  • Skin Tone: Medium

This scrub really does the job! You can really feel the small beads that help exfoliate and rub off dead skin cells which results in glowing skin. The apricot scent is nice and soothing. I definitely recommend this product.

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i_love_pink

  • Hair: Dry
  • Skin Type: Combination
  • Skin Tone: Natural

I love St. Ives Acne Control Apricot Face Scrub. It gently exfoliates my skin. I don't have acne but I used it once or twice a week when I feel my skin needs deep cleansing from all the pollutants outside. And this scrub does the job. I feel my skin cleansed and I noticed instant glow in my skin every after use. This is a must-have.

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dea.exe

  • Hair: Colored and Chemically Treated
  • Skin Type: Combination
  • Skin Tone: Light

The granules are too big so I use it sparingly, once every week as much as possible. Nonetheless, it gets the job done and is good for removing deep-seated dirt that normal cleansing wouldn't do.

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itsmemizdee

  • Hair: Colored and Chemically Treated
  • Skin Type: Oily
  • Skin Tone: Medium

Another cruelty-free product that I have fallen in love with! St. Ives is my favorite scrub plus I already tried its Apricot variant, which I highly recommend. This product gives nothing but pure joy because it indeed controls my oily face, makes my skin fresh, soft and smoother. It deeply exfoliates my skin which gives me an after-glow wash. Aside from its exfoliation properties, it really feel that my face it deeply cleanse which is very worthy after a long day exposing my skin to pollution. Every girls with oily skin must try this one!

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lhala

  • Hair: Normal
  • Skin Type: Normal
  • Skin Tone: Natural

I am very confident on St. Ives Acne Control Apricot Face Scrub’s cleansing on my skin. I’ve been using the product after consuming my sample! It has a glowing effect after use but I have to moisturize my face as it makes my skin dry but overall, product is great.

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hanahana

  • Hair: Dry
  • Skin Type: Combination
  • Skin Tone: Natural

This is a classic staple on every woman's skin care. It helps my acne dry out faster and easily removes dead skin with continuous use. I always have this.

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shinmikomi

  • Hair: Dry
  • Skin Type: Sensitive
  • Skin Tone: Natural

I got this sample to try during the period where I am having a breakout and having an oily face. During these times, I used it thrice a week and noticed that it help to keep my oily face smooth and matte. It also help dried up my pimples faster than when I am not using it before. Now my pimples are all gone and my face is no longer oily. To keep it that way, I still use it once a week. Honestly, I have already bought a regular size tube.

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JenErcia

  • Hair: Dry
  • Skin Type: Dry
  • Skin Tone: Natural

St. Ives Acne Control Apricot Face Scrub is a travel friendly necessity. It helps me prevent acne especially on times that I need to travel to Manila. I felt the softness and the cleanliness of my face after I used it. My face feels so refreshed and light. Having too much pollution, this anti acne product is very much recommended.

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missjeiza

  • Hair: Colored and Chemically Treated
  • Skin Type: Dry
  • Skin Tone: Fair

I've tried different products and I must say that St. Ives Acne Control Apricot Face Scrub does wonders to my face. It cleanses my skin without causing any pain unlike other face scrub I used before. I love the fruity scent. I already checked its price on the market and is planning to buy another one.

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iheartleir

  • Hair: Normal
  • Skin Type: Normal
  • Skin Tone: Medium

One of the things that I love about this product is its scent. I love its scent. Aside from that, it makes my skin glow after using it. It has its downside though, I feel like my skin is dry after using this product (since its exfoliating) that's why you should use moisturizer after.

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Is 2% salicylic acid too much?

Anti-Acne Treatments: Most over-the-counter acne treatments are capped at 2 percent salicylic acid for creams and gels meant to remain on the skin. If you have particularly sensitive skin, look for less intense products, which may include as little as half a percent of salicylic acid.

Is 2% salicylic acid good for your face?

Salicylic acid's skincare benefits make it a viable ingredient in many skincare products, from cleansers to makeup. The OTC salicylic acid was available at 1-5% concentrations used for gentle exfoliation and breakouts treatment. Salicylic acid 2% serum is for you if you have acne prone-skin and excessively oily skin.

Can I use 2% salicylic acid daily?

"If salicylic acid is an ingredient in your cleanser, it is fine to use it every day." However, if you are using an exfoliant that has salicylic acid in the formula, Dr. Hu advises only using the product three times per week, to avoid over-exfoliating the skin and drying it out.

Why do dermatologists not recommend St. Ives?

Ives as a facial exfoliant leads to long-term skin damage that greatly outweighs any potential benefits the product may provide. St. Ives' primary exfoliating ingredient is crushed walnut shell, which has jagged edges that cause micro-tears in the skin when used in a scrub. It is extremely rough, perhaps too rough.