SkinCeuticals Micro Exfoliating Scrub

SkinCeuticals Micro Exfoliating Scrub is a smoothing, hydrating face scrub formulated to gently yet effectively cleanse pores and exfoliate the skin’s surface — leaving skin softer, smoother, and more radiant with every use. Featuring a powerful 2% concentration combining hydrated silica, glycerin, and aloe barbadensis leaf extract, this mild mechanical exfoliant purifies pores and promotes a healthy skin barrier while simultaneously delivering hydration to the skin’s surface.

Gentle enough for daily use, Micro Exfoliating Scrub provides even, controlled exfoliation without the harshness or micro-tears associated with coarser physical scrubs. Its paraben-free, sulfate-free, soap-free, fragrance-free, dye-free, and alcohol-free formula makes it suitable for dry, normal, oily, and combination skin types seeking a daily cleansing step that both purifies and nourishes.

Skin Types

Suitable for dry, normal, oily, and combination skin types. Gentle enough for daily use, making it an ideal everyday exfoliating cleanser for those who want to maintain smooth, refined skin texture without the risk of over-exfoliation or irritation.

Skin Concerns

Addresses dehydration, discoloration, and visible signs of aging associated with dead skin cell buildup, including dullness, rough texture, and uneven skin tone. Ideal for those seeking a gentle daily exfoliant that simultaneously cleanses, hydrates, and softens the skin’s surface.

Benefits

• Mechanically exfoliates skin and polishes away dead skin cells for a smoother, more refined surface
• Purifies pores and removes excess oil and debris for a cleaner, clearer complexion
• Delivers hydration to smooth and soften the skin’s surface during cleansing
• Promotes a healthy skin barrier with a gentle, non-stripping formula
• Gentle enough for daily use without risk of over-exfoliation
• Paraben-free, sulfate-free, soap-free, fragrance-free, dye-free, and alcohol-free
• Suitable for dry, normal, oily, and combination skin types

Key Ingredients

• Hydrated Silica — A derivative of silicon dioxide and a naturally occurring mineral, hydrated silica acts as the gentle mechanical exfoliant in this formula. Its smooth, spherical particles lift and remove dead skin cells, excess oil, and surface debris without causing micro-tears or irritation, delivering even, controlled exfoliation that polishes the skin’s surface to a smoother, more refined finish.
• Glycerin — Derived from vegetable sources, glycerin is a powerful humectant with exceptional water-binding properties that attract and retain moisture at the skin’s surface. Its inclusion ensures that skin feels hydrated and supple rather than tight or stripped after exfoliation — a key differentiator from harsher scrubs that can leave skin feeling dry and uncomfortable.
• Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract — Naturally occurring in aloe vera, this potent botanical extract is renowned for its cooling, refreshing, and moisturizing properties. Rich in polysaccharides and antioxidants, aloe extract soothes and calms the skin during the exfoliation process, reducing any potential for irritation and leaving skin feeling comfortable and refreshed. It also has a synergistic effect when used alongside other soothing and hydrating ingredients, enhancing the overall comfort and efficacy of the formula.

How to Use

Once daily, apply a small amount of Micro Exfoliating Scrub to a wet face and neck using light circular motions. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and pat skin dry. In the morning, apply before SkinCeuticals vitamin C antioxidant serums and sunscreens. In the evening, apply before SkinCeuticals corrective products and moisturizers. For best results, use consistently as the first step in your daily skincare routine to ensure the skin is clean, smooth, and primed to absorb the active ingredients that follow.