Exfoliation is an important part of any skincare routine because by removing dead cells from the skin’s surface you stimulate its renewal and prevent blackheads, pimples, and dull complexion. The easiest way to exfoliate at home is by using a facial scrub. If you’re looking for a gentle yet effective product, check out Cafe Mimi scrubs with apricot kernel powder.
There are two main types of exfoliation: mechanical and chemical. Mechanical exfoliation involves physically scrubbing the skin with an abrasive (for example, salt or sugar crystals, coffee powder, crushed almond shells or apricot seeds, pumice, polyethylene granules, etc.), while chemical exfoliation involves loosening the substance that makes dead cells stick to the skin using acids or enzymes.
Generally, mechanical exfoliants are considered safer for at-home use, as long as you use face scrubs with gentle abrasives that don’t scratch or irritate the skin. Cafe Mimi, for example, presents facial scrubs with very finely ground apricot kernels that are considered safe even for sensitive skin. In addition, some of these scrubs contain clay that has absorbent and anti-inflammatory properties. It absorbs excess oil from the skin surface and protects the skin from bacteria, helping to prevent greasy complexion and acne breakouts.
Anti-Acne Facial Scrub with Black Charcoal & Tea Tree
The product is designed to take care of oily, combination, and problem skin prone to clogged pores, blackheads and acne. It gently removes dead cells, cleanses pores, prevents acne breakouts, and normalises sebum secretion.
The product is formulated with charcoal powder, black clay, apricot kernel powder, tea tree oil, and grapeseed oil. Apricot kernel powder is the main exfoliating agent, clay and charcoal have absorbent and antiseptic properties, tea tree oil reduces inflammation and prevents acne scars, and grapeseed oil makes the skin softer and smoother.
Clean Skin Facial Scrub with Blue Clay & Sage
This product is also designed for oily, combination, and problem skin, but it is gentler than the previous one, so you can use it even if your skin tends to be sensitive at times. The product cleanses and balances the skin without irritating it.
The scrub is formulated with blue clay, apricot kernel powder, aloe vera leaf juice, and sage extract. Apricot kernel powder and clay exfoliate the skin, make its soft and smooth, help to get rid of excess skin oil. Sage extract has antiseptic and soothing properties, while aloe vera leaf juice hydrates the skin and helps to lock in moisture.
Renewing Facial Scrub with Rose & Papaya
For dry and overly sensitive skin, Cafe Mimi has created this delicate facial scrub with rose water and papaya extract. It gently polishes the skin without drying it or causing redness, itching, flaking, or any other signs of irritation.
Like all Cafe Mimi scrubs, the product contains apricot seed powder as its exfoliating agent. Instead of clay, however, it is formulated with papaya extract. It is rich in enzymes that help to cleanse the skin and improve complexion. Rose water revitalises the skin and makes it look glowing, while panthenol and allantoin have a soothing and regenerative effect.
Vitamins Facial Scrub with Vitamins & Almond
The fourth scrub by Cafe Mimi is suitable for all skin types, but it is especially great for dull and thin skin that needs some extra TLC. In addition to delicate exfoliating and polishing, it revitalises the skin and improves complexion.
While apricot kernel powder exfoliates your skin, sunflower seed oil and sweet almond oil moisturise and nourish it, helping to make your skin soft and supple. Cranberry extract combats free radicals thanks to its antioxidant properties, and vitamins B, C and E stimulate skin regeneration and make it look fresh and glowing.
All Cafe Mimi scrubs are based on natural ingredients and free of parabens, silicones, mineral oil, EDTA, MIT, and other potential irritants. They have not been tested on animals and have 100% recyclable packaging.
You can buy these scrubs in our online shop Organic Store. We also offer other skin and hair care products produced by the brand, including face masks, facial washing mousses, shampoos and hair conditioners, shower gels, and hand butters.