St ives scrub 170 g

Start by matching your skin type and concern to a tangible product from the 170 g lineup. If you have oily skin, try the 170 g SCRUB APRICOT 2% SALICYLIC for a stronger clear-up, or opt for the BHA Exfoliant Green Tea & Bamboo with 1% Salicylic Acid. For dry or balanced skin, Exfoliant Avocado & Honey for Balanced to Dry Skin is a soothing pick, while Gentle Smoothing Oatmeal Scrub & Mask offers milder cleansing. Sensitive types can begin with Micro-Exfoliant Rose Water & Aloe for Sensitive Skin. 聚S 170 g options provide real variety to match your needs.

Physical scrubs rely on granules to manually buff away dead skin, while chemical exfoliants dissolve buildup with active ingredients. The Gentle Smoothing Oatmeal Scrub & Mask and Exfoliant Avocado & Honey use physical action, making them ideal for gentle, everyday refreshment. Chemical options include the 1% SA BHA Exfoliant Green Tea & Bamboo and the 2% SA SCRUB APRICOT, which target clogged pores and acne-prone areas more deeply. Choose based on your tolerance to texture and your skin concerns like oiliness or breakouts.

For a student juggling classes, a quick, repeatable ritual works best: cleanse, exfoliate gently with a mild option, then moisturize. The 170 g Gentle Smoothing Oatmeal Scrub & Mask or the Rose Water & Aloe micro-exfoliant suit this purpose with light massage and minimal downtime. A skincare enthusiast can rotate stronger options such as the 2% SA Apricot scrub on a lighter schedule or combine a session with the 1% SA BHA for targeted areas. Rotate to avoid over-exfoliation.

Sensitive skin should start with the Micro-Exfoliant Rose Water & Aloe for Sensitive Skin, designed for gentler exfoliation, or the mild Oatmeal option. Patch testing is essential: apply a small amount to a discreet area (jawline or inner forearm) for 24 hours to check for redness or irritation. If no reaction occurs, begin with once-a-week use and increase gradually. Always follow up with a soothing moisturizer after exfoliating to help barrier recovery.

For oily skin, lean toward products with salicylic acid, such as the 170 g SCRUB APRICOT 2% SALICYLIC or the 1% SA BHA Exfoliant Green Tea & Bamboo for clearer pores. Dry or balanced skin benefits from Avocado & Honey for Balanced to Dry Skin, which nourishes while exfoliating. Sensitive or combination skin fares well with Rose Water & Aloe micro-exfoliant or the gentle oatmeal option. Always start with a patch test and adjust frequency to 1–3 times weekly depending on tolerance.

Exfoliation frequency should match your skin type and tolerance, with most users starting 1–2 times per week and adjusting as needed. After exfoliating, apply a moisturizer to restore hydration and a broad-spectrum sunscreen during the day if using chemical exfoliants. Avoid aggressive scrubbing on irritated skin, and do not mix strong actives with other potent products on the same night. Keeping hydration high and sun protection regular helps maintain a healthy skin surface between sessions.