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Clean & Clear Morning Burst Facial Scrub for dry sensitive skin

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Clean & Clear Morning Burst Facial Scrub

Average

  • LowDry Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

Works for dry sensitive skin; other exfoliants fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry sensitive skin: flakiness, tightness, redness, fine lines, and wrinkles. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.

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Lovi Assistant explains

  • Offers moderate exfoliation due to polyethylene and sodium ascorbyl phosphate, which provide general hydration and antioxidant support for your dry or flaky skin. Glycerin and sodium ascorbyl phosphate offer general skincare benefits, but are not targeted for your specific concerns.
  • The presence of polyethylene and microcrystalline wax may be drying for your dry skin, and the formula lacks significant humectant or emollient ingredients to counteract this.
  • The product is safe for your dry and sensitive skin as it does not contain prohibited or harsh ingredients that would cause irritation.

How to apply

  • Use your exfoliant PM once a week to help with dryness. Start ⏳3 times a week only if your sensitive skin tolerates it well.
  • Apply the exfoliant after cleansing and toning, but always before your favorite moisturizer .
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the exfoliant into your skin and avoid any rubbing. Let it absorb ⏱ for a minute before layering.
  • Since your skin is reactive and sensitive, apply the exfoliant on completely dry skin for better tolerance.
  • Always do a patch test before your first use and avoid the delicate eye area .

Questions and answers

How well does Clean & Clear Morning Burst Facial Scrub work for dry sensitive skin?

Clean & Clear Morning Burst Facial Scrub works only moderately for dry sensitive skin, as its scrubbing agents and lack of rich softening ingredients may leave your skin feeling dry. While it offers safe cleansing and light antioxidants, this skin type needs products with rich hydrating ingredients like ceramides and hyaluronic acid to lock in moisture and protect the skin barrier.

Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy, 2014International Journal of Toxicology, 2007

Which ingredients make this exfoliant a good fit for dry sensitive skin?

Glycerin and sodium ascorbyl phosphate help by providing general hydration and antioxidant support for dry skin. However, since this scrub is an average fit, dry sensitive skin needs a product with effective hydrating and barrier-repairing ingredients like ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and allantoin to maintain moisture without drying.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy, 2014

What do Bursting Beads do for dry sensitive skin?

Bursting beads can feel too harsh and rough for dry sensitive skin because mechanical scrubbing may weaken the skin barrier, leading to moisture loss and irritation. This type of skin needs gentle cleansers with mild ingredients that keep it hydrated and calm without scrubbing.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2004

What does Vitamin C do for dry sensitive skin?

Vitamin C helps brighten and smooth dry sensitive skin while reducing wrinkles and improving elasticity. It is generally well tolerated and unlikely to cause irritation when properly formulated, leaving the skin looking more radiant.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Antioxidants, 2024

Where does this exfoliant go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?

This exfoliant goes into a weekly routine for dry sensitive skin, starting at once a week and used only if you tolerate it well and see good results. Because this skin type needs extra hydration and protection against dryness, an exfoliant of this type needs rich moisturizing ingredients like glycerin and soothing plant oils to keep your skin soft and calm.

Can I use this exfoliant with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this scrub with retinol by keeping them on separate days or times, because combining harsh scrub beads and retinol may easily dry out and irritate your skin. A product for this skin needs gentle exfoliating ingredients paired with rich hydrators and soothing plant extracts to keep skin soft and smooth.

How often should I use this exfoliant?

You can use this scrub once a week to see how your dry and sensitive skin tolerates it, since it may be slightly drying. If your skin feels comfortable and you see good results, you can carefully use it a bit more often. A product for this skin type needs rich moisturizing and soothing ingredients to keep it soft and smooth.

Can this exfoliant clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?

This scrub is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for dry sensitive skin since it is safe and free of harsh ingredients. However, it may feel drying because it lacks enough softening and moisturizing ingredients to keep dry skin comfortable.

International Journal of Toxicology, 2007

Is this exfoliant fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

Why other exfoliants fit dry sensitive skin better

Ingredients

Water, Glycerin, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Polyethylene, Lauryl Glucoside, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Microcrystalline Wax, Methylparaben, Sodium Hydroxide, Menthyl Lactate, Tetrasodium Edta, Mannitol, Cellulose, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Acrylates Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethyl Citrate, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Grapefruit Fruit Extract, Iron Oxides, Mica, Talc, Titanium Dioxide, Red 30, Yellow 5 Lake

Behind this fit score

Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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