Product overview
Key Ingredients
Sourced from the official Mamaearth website (mamaearth.in), this product's full ingredient list includes: Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (a stable form of Vitamin C), Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Oil, Crocus Sativus (Saffron) Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium EDTA, and Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate. The product is manufactured by VA Lifesciences LLP. Note: this catalog lists the size as "100ml," but the brand and all retailers we checked sell this as a 100g product -- it is a scrub/paste measured by weight, not a liquid measured by volume, so the "100ml" figure appears to be a labeling discrepancy rather than a formula difference.
Key Features
A face scrub combining Walnut Shell Powder for physical exfoliation with Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (a Vitamin C derivative) and a blend of botanical oils and extracts including Turmeric, Saffron, Licorice, Apricot Kernel Oil, and Jojoba Oil, positioned for skin illumination and brightening.
Benefits
Walnut Shell Powder provides mechanical exfoliation to help remove dead skin cells. Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, as a Vitamin C derivative, supports brightening and antioxidant benefits. Turmeric and Licorice Root Extract are traditionally associated with supporting an even skin tone, while Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide can offer mild physical sun-reflective properties, though this product should not be relied upon as a substitute for a dedicated sunscreen.
Who Can Use This Product
Generally suitable for normal to oily skin types seeking brightening and exfoliation. Those with sensitive skin should be cautious, as physical scrubs with Walnut Shell Powder can be abrasive, and citrus oils (Lime, Lemon) may increase photosensitivity. A patch test is recommended before first use, and sunscreen use is advised after exfoliating with citrus-oil-containing products.
How to Use
Apply to damp skin and massage gently in circular motions, avoiding the eye area, for 1-2 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with water. Use 2-3 times per week rather than daily to avoid over-exfoliation.
Storage & Safety
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children. Discontinue use if irritation, redness, or an allergic reaction occurs. Apply sunscreen during the day when using this product, given the citrus oil content, which may increase sun sensitivity.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q: Is this product actually 100ml or 100g?
A: The brand and retailers sell this as a 100g product, as it is a scrub/paste measured by weight rather than a liquid measured by volume. The "100ml" listing appears to be a labeling discrepancy.
Q: What form of Vitamin C is used in this scrub?
A: Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, a stable derivative of Vitamin C, as confirmed on the official Mamaearth ingredient list.
Q: Who manufactures this product?
A: It is manufactured by VA Lifesciences LLP.
Q: Can this scrub be used every day?
A: No, 2-3 times per week is recommended to avoid over-exfoliation from the Walnut Shell Powder.
Q: Does this product increase sun sensitivity?
A: It contains Lime and Lemon oils, which may increase photosensitivity, so applying sunscreen during the day is advised after use.
Q: Is this suitable for sensitive skin?
A: Sensitive skin users should patch test first, as the Walnut Shell Powder can be physically abrasive and the citrus oils may cause sensitivity in some individuals.
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