Neal's Yard Remedies Revitalising Face Scrub
Works for
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Revitalising Face Scrub”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Cocos nucifera oil, Glycerin + 5 moreWorks
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: butyrospermum parkii butter, cocos nucifera oil.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil, Citrus paradisi peel oil + 9 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Zea mays starch~10–12%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Zea mays starchOryza sativa powder~4.9–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cocos nucifera oil~3.3–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilRosa canina fruit extract~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence is lacking
More about Rosa canina fruit extractKaolin~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinIllite~2.1–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cetearyl olivate~1.7–2.1%
Glycerin~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinSorbitan olivate~1.1–1.4%
Sucrose cocoate~0.9–1.1%
Cetyl alcohol~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholButyrospermum parkii butter~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterLevulinic acid~0.55–0.85%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.3–0.6%
Citric acid~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSclerotium gum~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumZinc oxide~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideTocopherol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilSodium levulinate~0.45–0.65%
Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus paradisi peel oil~0.35–0.65%
Coffea arabica seed oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Coffea arabica seed oilAloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderCopaifera officinalis resin~0.4–0.65%
Coriandrum sativum fruit oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Coriandrum sativum fruit oilOcimum basilicum oil~0.35–0.65%
Salvia sclarea oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ferula galbaniflua resin oil~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Laurus nobilis leaf oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilAbies balsamea needle oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tagetes minuta flower oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Eucalyptus radiata leaf/stem oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Achillea millefolium oil~0.25–0.5%
Limonene~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.2%
Eugenol~0.1–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Water, Zea mays starch, Oryza sativa powder, Cocos nucifera oil, Rosa canina fruit extract, Kaolin, Illite, Cetearyl olivate, Glycerin, Sorbitan olivate, Sucrose cocoate, Cetyl alcohol, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Levulinic acid, Dehydroacetic acid, Citric acid, Sclerotium gum, Zinc oxide, Tocopherol, Potassium sorbate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Sodium levulinate, Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Coffea arabica seed oil, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Copaifera officinalis resin, Coriandrum sativum fruit oil, Ocimum basilicum oil, Salvia sclarea oil, Ferula galbaniflua resin oil, Laurus nobilis leaf oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Abies balsamea needle oil, Tagetes minuta flower oil, Eucalyptus radiata leaf/stem oil, Achillea millefolium oil, Limonene, Linalool, Eugenol
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Neal's Yard RemediesRevitalising Face ScrubYOUR PRODUCT | Estime SensHUMAN Tonic Scrub | Comptoir des HuilesThe Organic Scrub | PixiHydrating Milky Peel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 33% | 33% |
| Price | $36.36 | — | $14.60−$21.76 | $16.09−$20.27 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Cera Alba | Allantoin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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