Our faces collect a lot of dirt and impurities due to the harsh environment and free radicals in the air. This can then cause our skin to break out into tiny bumps, acne and even clog our pores. When the face is filled with clogged pores and acne, it can be quite difficult to get rid of them. One solution that we can use to solve this issue is by using a good face scrub.
A face scrub is a skincare product that deeply cleanses the surface of the skin by removing impurities, dry flakes and dead skin cells off the face. A face scrub is typically in a cream-based texture and contains tiny exfoliating beads or shells that smoothen the skin when it is massaged on the face in a circular motion. With that said, here are the 10 best face scrubs in Malaysia.
How many times should I use a face scrub?
It is advised to use a face scrub at least once a month at the beginning in order to introduce the product to your skin slowly, without causing any skin reactions. Once the skin is comfortable with the face scrub, then you can use the product once every two weeks.
Do I use a cleanser or face scrub first?
Dermatologists recommend using a face scrub first in your cleansing routine to get rid of any buildup, dirt and dead skin cells from the face. Then, you can use your cleanser to further wash away any residue left on the face to achieve a cleaner and clearer complexion.
10 Best Face Scrubs in Malaysia 2023
1. St. Ives Blackhead Clearing Green Tea Bamboo Scrub
The St. Ives Blackhead Clearing Green Tea Bamboo Scrub is a non-comedogenic face scrub that is formulated without any parabens or oils. The formula contains salicylic acid, which is an active ingredient that is beneficial in getting rid of excess sebum, blackheads and dead skin cells. This face scrub is able to eliminate bumps and unclog pores on the surface of your skin.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Active Ingredient: Salicylic Acid (2.0%) Other Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder, Glycol Stearate SE, Glycerin, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Zea Mays (Corn) Kernel Meal, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cetearyl Alcohol, Triethanolamine, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Fruit Extract, Cetyl Acetate, Ceteareth-20, Carbomer, Polysorbate 60, Acetylated Lanolin Alcohol, Fragrance (Parfum), PPG-2 Methyl Ether, Phenethyl Alcohol, Methylisothiazolinone, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
- Country Of Origin: United States
- Size Available: 170ml
Pros:
✅ Paraben free
✅ Non-comedogenic
✅ Eliminates bumps
Price: RM20.25
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. Simple Kind to Skin Smoothing Cleansing Scrub
The Simple Kind to Skin Smoothing Cleansing Scrub is a cruelty free and vegan face scrub that does not contain any artificial perfumes, harsh chemicals or colours, making it suitable to use on those who have sensitive skin. This smoothing facial scrub contains rice granules that are delicate on the skin while effective in removing dead skin cells to reveal a more radiant complexion. The face scrub contains vitamin E and B5 that will deliver antioxidants to the skin.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Aqua, Mineral Oil, Coco-Glucoside, Hydrated Silica, Oryza Sativa Germ Powder, Acrylates Copolymer, Vegetable Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Dipropylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Methylparaben, Panthenol, Pantolactone, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate, Tocopheryl Acetate.
- Country Of Origin: United Kingdom
- Size Available: 75ml
Pros:
✅ Cruelty free
✅ Vegan
✅ Free from artificial perfumes, harsh chemicals or colours
Price: RM15.96
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. Safi Naturals Habbatus Sauda Facial Scrub
The Safi Naturals Habbatus Sauda Facial Scrub gently exfoliates the skin while removing whiteheads, blackheads and dead skin cells. The face scrub contains jojoba microbeads that deeply clean the skin and unclogs pores. The facial scrub contains habbatus sauda seed oil and BHA that are effective in controlling the production of sebum and delivering antioxidants to the skin.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Jojoba Esters, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, ButyleneGlycol, PEG-8, Lactic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Cellulose, Nigella Sativa (Habbatus Sauda) Seed Oil, Salicylic Acid, Fragrance, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone,CI 73360, CI 77891, CI 77499
- Country Of Origin: Malaysia
- Size Available: 100ml
Pros:
✅ Gently exfoliates
✅ Removes whiteheads, blackheads and dead skin cells
✅ Controls production of sebum
Price: RM9.20
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. Bio-essence Bio-Treasure Japanese Apricot Seed Smoothing Face Scrub
The Bio-essence Bio-Treasure Japanese Apricot Seed Smoothing Face Scrub aids in refining the skin and improving the skin’s tone in order to reveal a clearer and brighter complexion. This face scrub is formulated without any alcohol, parabens, SLS/SLES and silicones so it will not cause any skin reactions for those who have a sensitive skin type. This facial scrub is enriched with Japanese apricot seed to promote and support the removal of damaged skin cells from the surface of the skin. Blackheads and whiteheads are removed significantly after each use of this smoothing facial scrub.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water, Ammonium Lauryl Sulphate, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extra, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Acrylates/c10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, Peg-8, Lactic Acid, Niacinamide, Euglena Gracilis Extract, Tocopherol, Phyllostachys Bambusoides Juice, Sodium Hydroxide, Glycerin, Fragrance, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Ci 19140, Ci 42090
- Country Of Origin: Singapore
- Size Available: 150ml
Pros:
✅ Unclogs pores for brighter skin tone
✅ Dermatologically tested
✅ Free from alcohol, parabens, SLS/SLES and silicones
Price: RM17.52
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. Good Virtues Co. Brightening Face Scrub
The Good Virtues Co. Brightening Face Scrub is formulated without any harsh ingredients such as SLES, ALES, mineral oil, parabens and synthetic colourants so you can use this face scrub without any worry of breakouts. The main ingredients added into this face scrub are organic habbatus sauda oil and natural Himalayan extracts that are beneficial in exfoliating the skin to deliver a polished and radiant complexion. The face scrub also helps to brighten any dark spots on the face.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Glycerin, Water, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Decyl Glucoside, Fragrance, Organic Black Seed Oil (Nigella Sativa Seed Oil), Propanediol, Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract, Citric Acid, Cocos Nucifera Shell Powder, Xanthan Gum, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Butylphenyl Methylpropional
- Country Of Origin: Malaysia
- Size Available: 100ml
Pros:
✅ Free from SLES, ALES, mineral oil, parabens and synthetic colourants
✅ Delivers a polished and radiant complexion
✅ Brightens dark spots
Price: RM9.03
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. Cosmoderm Vitamin E Exfoliating Facial Scrub
Cosmoderm’s Vitamin E Exfoliating Facial Scrub protects the skin by tightening and firming up the pores as the scrub is massaged across the face. This facial scrub contains vitamin E that is essential in healing post acne scars and hyperpigmentation. Whiteheads, dead skin cells, dirt and blackheads are exfoliated away to ensure the skin is clear and free from any impurities.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Aqua, Mineral Oil, Stearic Acid, Cellulose Acetate, Isopropyl Myristate, Propylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Ethylene Glycol Monostearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Ethoxydiglycol, Dimethicone, Rosa Moschata Seed Oil, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose, Butylated Hydroxytoluene, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Benzoic acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol (and) Sorbitan Caprylate, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Triethanolamine, Fragrance
- Country Of Origin: Malaysia
- Size Available: 125ml
Pros:
✅ Heals post acne marks and hyperpigmentation
✅ Gently exfoliates
✅ Suitable for normal, combination and oily skin types
Price: RM17.77
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
7. St. Ives Soft Skin Avocado and Honey Scrub
The St. Ives Soft Skin Avocado and Honey Scrub is the selection for you if your skin is bumpy and on the drier side. This face scrub will hydrate the face as it smooths away dead skin cells, blackheads, grime, oil and whiteheads. The face scrub contains honey and avocado extracts that nourish and heal the skin from any damages. The scrub is made with 100% natural exfoliants and extracts without containing any parabens.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Glyceryl Stearate SE, Glycerin, Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetyl Acetate, Fragrance (Parfum), Benzyl Alcohol, Zea Mays (Corn) Kernel Meal, Ceteareth-20, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Polysorbate 60, Disodium EDTA, Benzoic Acid, Acetylated Lanolin Alcohol, Sorbic Acid, Honey, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Fruit Extract, Yellow 5 (CI 19140), Blue 1 (CI 42090), Red 33 (CI 17200), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
- Country Of Origin: Switzerland/United States
- Size Available: 170ml
Pros:
✅ Hypoallergenic
✅ Non-comedogenic
✅ Cruelty free
Price: RM20.25
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. Sukin Super Greens Detoxifying Facial Scrub
Sukin’s Super Greens Detoxifying Facial Scrub will leave your skin feeling glowy and soft after you have used it. This facial scrub contains detoxifying ingredients such as spirulina, parsley and kale that will polish the surface of the skin along with natural jojoba microbeads and bamboo to deliver a smooth appearance. Pineapple and licorice root extracts are added in the formulation of this face scrub to control the secretion of sebum and oils while improving the texture and tone of the skin.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Powder (Bamboo), Cetyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Jojoba Esters, Spirulina Platensis Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Petroselinum Crispum (Parsley) Extract, Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract (Kale), Glycerin, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil (Rose Hip), Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Peel Oil, Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Fragrance (Parfum)*, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol. *Natural Fragrance
- Country Of Origin: Australia
- Size Available: 125ml
Pros:
✅ Polishes the surface of the skin
✅ Controls the secretion of sebum and oils
✅ Improves the texture and tone of the skin
Price: RM34.43
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
9. Freeman Beauty Apple Cider Vinegar Clay Mask + Scrub
Freeman Beauty’s Apple Cider Vinegar Clay Mask + Scrub is a multipurpose product that has 4 functions packed in one simple tube. This product can be used as a cleanser, mask, face scrub and toner, so you would be getting your money’s worth and making your skincare routine much more simple. This face scrub contains apple cider vinegar that will exfoliate the skin gently while absorbing any excess oil that is on the face. No parabens were added into the formulation of this face scrub.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water/Aqua/Eau, Bentonite, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Titanium Dioxide, Pumice, Propylene Glycol, Vinegar (Apple Cider), Kaolin, Xanthan Gum, Magnesium Aluminium Silicate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium Edta, Citric Acid, Diazolidinyl Urea, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Fragrance/Parfum, Hexyl Cinnamal, Yellow 6 (Ci 15985), Red 40 (Ci 16035)
- Country Of Origin: United States
- Size Available: 175ml
Pros:
✅ Purifies the skin
✅ Absorbs excess oil
✅ Brightens the tone of skin
Price: RM17.38
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
10. Nivea Smooth Rice Scrub
Nivea’s Smooth Rice Scrub uses 100% natural origins exfoliants to smooth away dead skin cells, grime, sebum, blackheads and whiteheads. The formula contains organically cultivated rice that will not cause any irritations to the skin while calming the skin down from any redness. The formula of this face scrub also contains blueberries which are high in antioxidants, in order to increase and support the skin’s natural barrier against free radicals.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Aqua, Coco-Glucoside, Glycerin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Oryza Sativa Powder, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Propylene Glycol, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Poloxamer 124, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate, Sodium Chloride, Trisodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Sulphate, Benzyl Alcohol, Linalool, Parfum
- Country Of Origin: Germany
- Size Available: 75ml
Pros:
✅ Calms the skin from redness and irritations
✅ 100% natural origins exfoliants
✅ Supports the skin’s barrier
Price: RM21.50
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
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