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Juglans Regia Shell Powder
Walnut Shell Powder
exfoliant
A physical exfoliant with jagged, irregular particles that create micro-tears in skin. The controversial ingredient in St. Ives Apricot Scrub. Dermatologists unanimously recommend against it.
Benefits
Physical exfoliation (but chemical exfoliants are safer)
Risks & concerns
Causes micro-tears in skin. Irregular sharp particles damage skin barrier. Class action lawsuit against St. Ives. Use AHAs/BHAs instead.
Avoid if
Dry skin Oily skin Combination skin Sensitive skin Normal skin
Technical details
- INCI name
- Juglans Regia Shell Powder
- CAS Number
- 12000-95-8
- Category
- exfoliant
- Comedogenic rating
- 0/5
- Also known as
- juglans regia, walnut shell