Opened the jar. Smelled like a spa day — clean, a little fruity. Then I felt the grains.
They’re not soft. This is a serious scrub for people who mean business.
Fenty Skin calls it a “daily” exfoliator. For $32, it promises that post-facial glow without the appointment.
Papaya Enzymes
They eat away at dead skin — the chemical part.
Bamboo Micro-Grits
These are the physical scrubbers — they don’t dissolve.
Kalahari Melon Oil
Supposed to add moisture back so you don’t feel stripped.
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It’s a hybrid. Enzymes for a gentle melt, grit for manual buffing. The star is the bamboo — it’s sustainably sourced, but it’s firm.
- Papaya Enzyme: Dissolves surface gunk
- Bamboo Micro-Grits: Provides the physical exfoliation
- Kalahari Melon Oil: A lightweight moisturizer
- Niacinamide: Helps with tone and shine control
Wet your face first. The texture is a creamy gel packed with fine, gritty bits — it feels substantial, not watery. Massage in circles. You’ll feel it working immediately.
After two weeks, my skin was smoother. But the surprise? My nose pores looked clearer than they have in months. The grit gets in there.
Texture? Improved. Dullness? Gone. But it didn’t magically shrink my pores or cure breakouts. It just made my skin look very, very clean.
It’s not a daily driver for most — but as a 1-2x weekly reset, it delivers. This is hype with substance, if your skin can handle it.