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*Updated on 9/3/2014 -- Update at end of post.
Recently, I have had the amazing opportunity to try a few products available at Earth Turns, who happen to be a very friendly company that carries a variety of high quality products like supplements and natural/herbal products, and even a beauty department. All of the products Earth Turns carry are manufactured under Current Good Manufacturing Process Standards and are natural, safe and effective. At this moment, I've been focusing on the wonders of their Fundamental Face Scrub.
Before I get into the review for the Fundamental Face Scrub (which I'm loving, by the way), I wanted to take a second to include that Earth Turns has an A+ BBB rating, and at the moment, they're doing free shipping for US orders! You really can't beat free shipping these days.
The Fundamental Face Scrub from Earth Turns uses organic ingredients that are effective (and totally safe) for any skincare concern. Aloe Vera, for example is like my miracle plant for everything. It's included in the ingredients, which obviously make this Face Scrub great at soothing and healing.
What I love about the Fundamental Face Scrub is that it's simple. It uses the ingredients necessary for maintaining and promoting healthy, clean skin without the use of those dang chemicals you find in most skincare products.
The Fundamental Face Scrub is a neutral pH and contains antioxidants.
The Fundamental Face Scrub is clear with a gel-like consistency. There are a few apricot kernels within the gel, and they're very gentle on skin.
Even though the ingredients are all great, it's not uncommon for my skin to still be dried out after washing with almost anything, so I was very impressed with how smooth and soft and totally not-dried out my face was after using this! My pores appeared a bit smaller, even and I was pretty satisfied to see that a lot of the breakouts I'd had were less inflamed and angry looking after using.
The Fundamental Face Scrub is clear with a gel-like consistency. There are a few apricot kernels within the gel, and they're very gentle on skin.
Even though the ingredients are all great, it's not uncommon for my skin to still be dried out after washing with almost anything, so I was very impressed with how smooth and soft and totally not-dried out my face was after using this! My pores appeared a bit smaller, even and I was pretty satisfied to see that a lot of the breakouts I'd had were less inflamed and angry looking after using.
Why the Fundamental Face Scrub is So Fantastic
Aloe Vera soothes inflamed skin, is a natural anti-bacterial while honey moisturizes and is also a natural anti-bacterial, anti-biotic, and anti-microbial.
Spearmint Oil relaxes muscles and skin and combats acne.
Chamomile is an anti-septic and anti-spasmodic that helps heal wounds.
Apricot Kernels exfoliate skin.
Avocado oil hydrates, moisturizes.
Hops Extract increases blood flow, tones, and calms irritations.
Olive Leaf Extract is a natural anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory that soothes skin.
Ginger Extract is a natural anti-septic, and anti-inflammatory.
Balm Mint Extract an anti-spasmodic that soothes sensitive skin.
Yarrow Extract helps heal skin, regenerating damage, can provide relief from acne, reduce inflammation and redness.
Vitamin C an antioxidant that balances skin's pH, restores elasticity, promotes healing, protects and repairs skin.
Grape Seed Extract is an anti-septic and anti-inflammatory that may also be helpful for hair loss. GSE contains antioxidants, which help prevent damage and repair previous damage.
Rosemary Extract is an anti-fungal, anti-microbial that also soothes irritation.
What I Love About Fundamental Face Scrub
- No harsh ingredients or chemicals
- Contains amazing ingredients that help heal skin like Aloe vera.
- Neutral pH helps skin maintain its natural pH
- Great for acne prone skin
- Soothing
- Not tested on animals, uses no animal ingredients
- Contains certified organic herbs
The Fundamental Face Scrub is most certainly a skincare product I'd happily adopt into my long-term (forever and ever) skincare routine simply due to the fact that those ingredients are just what "works" for my odd, combination skin. Plus, with Earth Turns' prices, I'm happy to adopt it as a regular part of my skincare routine without feeling guilty for spending. Very affordable for all the help it does for my skin. And it's a product that doesn't require a bunch per use, so it's long-lasting.
I tend to require a lot of soothing and healing due to some previous breakouts that left minor scarring, and some breakouts that are recurring. So, aloe vera and the rest of the ingredients are really useful, especially since combination skin means both oily and dry. The natural ingredients like honey and avocado oil are useful for adding enough hydration without causing oily skin.
I've never been able to get by without a moisturizer though, (even when I've smothered my skin in olive oil!), so I love using the Fundamental Face Cream I have from Earth Turns in combination with this.
How do you guys feel about organic skincare products? Are you currently using organic? If so, what are your favorites and what do you love about them? I love hearing from you lovely folks.
Stay tuned for my upcoming review on the Face Cream from Earth Turns, which I am absolutely madly and insanely in love with!
UPDATE:
I wasn't sure where in the review would be the proper place to add an update like this, and since this post has already gotten so many views, I figured I'd just post it at the bottom, that way everyone, including folks who've already read this will be able to see there's been an update & quickly scroll to it.
So, I wanted to update to say that not even a week after I ran out of the Fundamental Face scrub samples did I notice major acne flare ups, which were there as I began the Fundamental scrub, but had cleared up dramatically. I wasn't 100% sure the scrub here was to be credited for this amazing clearing on my skin since I'd been trying so much other things, but now I feel comfortable stating that this facial scrub was at least contributing greatly to the positive effects on my skin.
My skin was looking fabulous while using the Fundamental scrub. I mean it was perfectly hydrated, nice and glow-y, and since I'd been combining it with the Fundamental lotions, it was supple and smooth! I noticed acne turning into little dark spots and peeling away, revealing healthy skin underneath instead of scarring. In fact, I even thought my previous acne scars seemed to be less noticeable.
I wasn't 100% sure the Fundamental scrub was all the reason for these improvements until after I quit using it. I can say that I've had the acne under control the past week, for once! But I had to quit using any kind of soap (even the organic stuff) and only use aloe vera for cleaning.
It had gotten to the point where nothing was helping. I'm feeling relieved that it's looking better right now, but will feel even better to finally order the Fundamental Scrub so that I can actually cleanse and keep things under control.
In fact, I was quite disappointed upon running out of the stuff & after the whole new acne flare up coming back, I've been working on purchasing the full sized product. I do hope that this is a product that will continue to benefit my skin, even after long term use, and I feel like it will, so I'm pretty confident in spending $ on it. Will update & let you guys know if any changes occur!
I wasn't sure where in the review would be the proper place to add an update like this, and since this post has already gotten so many views, I figured I'd just post it at the bottom, that way everyone, including folks who've already read this will be able to see there's been an update & quickly scroll to it.
So, I wanted to update to say that not even a week after I ran out of the Fundamental Face scrub samples did I notice major acne flare ups, which were there as I began the Fundamental scrub, but had cleared up dramatically. I wasn't 100% sure the scrub here was to be credited for this amazing clearing on my skin since I'd been trying so much other things, but now I feel comfortable stating that this facial scrub was at least contributing greatly to the positive effects on my skin.
My skin was looking fabulous while using the Fundamental scrub. I mean it was perfectly hydrated, nice and glow-y, and since I'd been combining it with the Fundamental lotions, it was supple and smooth! I noticed acne turning into little dark spots and peeling away, revealing healthy skin underneath instead of scarring. In fact, I even thought my previous acne scars seemed to be less noticeable.
I wasn't 100% sure the Fundamental scrub was all the reason for these improvements until after I quit using it. I can say that I've had the acne under control the past week, for once! But I had to quit using any kind of soap (even the organic stuff) and only use aloe vera for cleaning.
It had gotten to the point where nothing was helping. I'm feeling relieved that it's looking better right now, but will feel even better to finally order the Fundamental Scrub so that I can actually cleanse and keep things under control.
In fact, I was quite disappointed upon running out of the stuff & after the whole new acne flare up coming back, I've been working on purchasing the full sized product. I do hope that this is a product that will continue to benefit my skin, even after long term use, and I feel like it will, so I'm pretty confident in spending $ on it. Will update & let you guys know if any changes occur!
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