ESPA Relaxing Salt Scrub

ESPARelaxing Salt ScrubIngredients

ESPA Relaxing Salt Scrub is a product from Body Scrubs category with 27 ingredients. Notable: Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Tocopherol, Eucalyptus Globulus. The product is made by ESPA, from United Kingdom.

Relaxing Salt Scrub provides following positive effects: UV Protection, Moisturizing, Acne fighting, Softening, Soothing and 13 more.

Organic score: 59% natural vs 7% chemical.

INCI

1
Sodium Chloride
Flavoring agent, Viscosity controlling agent
2
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
3
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil
Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
4
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
5
Limonene
Fragrance ingredient
6
Tocopherol
Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
7
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
8
Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Bud Oil
Fragrance ingredient, Masking

All the Positive

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Antioxidants [2]: Tocopherol, Eucalyptus Globulus
Antiseptic 4: Sodium Chloride, Limonene, Eucalyptus Globulus, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
UV Protection 2: Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Tocopherol
Moisturizing 2: Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus
Softening 2: Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus

Concerns

Pay attention to these components
Risk of clogging pores
Risk of clogging pores
Tocopherol
Risk of allergy
Risk of allergy
Limonene, Eugenol, Linalool, Geraniol, Citral
Contains chemical fragrances
Contains chemical fragrances
Fragrance
Can support fungal acne
Can support fungal acne
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil

ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
Cruelty free
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes

Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil#2Tocopherol#6
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil#17Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil#2
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 6
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil#2Limonene#5Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil#9Eucalyptus Globulus#11Linalool#14Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil#17Citral#21

Detailed view

ESPA Relaxing Salt Scrub

#1Sodium Chloride

Origin: natural
Role: Flavoring agent, Viscosity controlling agent
Antiseptic
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Sodium Chloride is a very famous ingredeint also known as Salt. Yes, it’s the same salt you can find on your table. In cosmetics, it is used as a preservative helping the product to live longer. It is also used as a peeling agent in different scrubs. Human contact with this element since ancient times and that's why it is 100% safe.

#2Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
UV Protection
Moisturizing
Softening
Soothing
Hair strengthening
Hair growth stimulating
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin

Sweet Almond Oil is rich in Vitamin D, Vitamin E, and different minerals. It’s a very effective soothing component known from ancient times. It helps to protect the skin from the sun, make it softer and heal small wounds.

#3Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil is an ingredient known from ancient times. It’s the oil people receive from Sunflower Seeds and use for different purposes, including cooking. It contains a lot of Lenoic acid which moisturizes the skin, makes it softer, and reduces inflammation. The oil also works as an occlusive agent that forms a protective film and helps to keep skin hydrated.

As for haircare, it’s the second most popular basic oil used in haircare products. It helps to lower hair fragility and make hair softer.

#4Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient that also hydrates the skin without leaving a fatty film. When applied, the component feels smooth and light. In haircare products, it’s also used for hydrating purposes. It makes hair silky, lowers tangling, and makes hair smooth.

It’s safe for most people, except for people with allergic reactions to coconut or palm oil because these oils are usually used for producing the component.

#5Limonene

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient
Antiseptic
Allergens
EWG Rating [ 4 ]

Limonene provides a nice and fresh citrus scent. It can be found in many plants. It's used in cosmetics because of its low price and pleasant smell.

The component is in the list of EU Allergens. It reacts with oxygen very fast and can irritate your skin or cause allergic reactions. It also improves the penetration effect of any ingredient. That’s why you should use products with Limonene carefully, especially if you have sensitive skin.

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