pureSCRUBS Unscented Salt Scrub

UPDATE: Jar style has changed to a flip lid wirh rounded edges and a foil seal. I like that you no longer have to find somewhere to put your lid while using the product but I don't like that it's a bit less secure for travel. I do miss the gasket that wrapped around the jar as nothing else has made me feel more secure about oil not leaking out. I'm sure part of the change was to save money and effort in including that though. I also seem to be getting scrathes more frequently than I have before. The product doesn't seem to be changed, perhaps my skin has become more fragile. Original Review: I have been using these scrubs consistently for about a year. My preference is the Dead Sea Salt scrub but I have also tried the Himalayan Scrub and the Brown Sugar Scrub. My overall thoughts are that this is the best salt scrub I have used in terms of not being overly oily (no slippery tub), leaving some light moisture (not enough to coat your towels and clothes in oil after your shower), and for the salt to not be too harsh against the skin (save the face), but mostly I purchase this producted because there's an unscented option. Overall, I do appreciate the love that goes into this product and brand. Jenna, the owner, is very responsive to communication, and clearly cares about the customer. I have to use unscented products because of my significant other's sensitivity to scent (regardless of whether it's from high quality essential oils or phthalates). I very much wanted to try the rose scent so when I contacted Jenna to see if it'd be possible to try just a small sample to in hopes it would work, she was kind enough to send me a full jar since she didnt have sample sizes. You can tell from the packaging and all the little extras that she is thoughtful and that's a business I am proud to support. The Options: (I have severely dry, sensitive, itchy, almost 40 year old caucasian-mediterranean mixed skin). Himalayan Salt was nice but it was more drying than the others so my skin still felt like it needed a moisturizer after use. It also left a scratch on my skin once. It required a moderate amount of mixing to keep the salt to oil ratio even with each application. Brown Sugar Scrub is the most moisturizing but the least exfoliating. This requires the most mixing to maintain the sugar to oil ratio. The sugar dissolves quickly and also slides off your skin faster than the salt which had me noticing more product waste. Dead Sea Salt Scrub is the just right of these options. It requires the least amount of mixing and offers the most balanced feel of scrub and moisture. This also left a scratch on my skin (see photo) but this happened only once in six jars of this version Out of the purchase of over a dozen jars of unscented scrub one of them smelled extra chemically. I believe this was due to the heat of August warming the plastic jar's ingredients/chemicals. Out of these same dozen only one had a very light hint of a cucumber smell, possibly from the contamination of not washing a mixing spoon thoroughly enough. It was so very light I thought it pleasant. My sensitive significant other didn't seem to notice. The rose scent (the only scented one I have experience with): Each jar has a heat shrink seal under the lid, the lid has a large rubber gasket around the the gap between the lid and jar. The jar is then placed in a box (along with the soap, spoon, loofah and a love letter) that is wrapped in heat shrink cellophane. Despite the multiple layers I was able to smell the rose scent through the shipping box as it sat outside on my doorstep. This was during Fall on the East Coast so there wasn't a case of heat intensifying the release of volatiles. It was so strong I had to remove the packaging from my enclosed kitchen trash can and leave it outside until I could dispose of it. The jar was soon to follow because the smell was just so strong. I thought I could mix a tiny bit to my unscented jars just to give a nice bit of aroma therapy to my shower but I couldn't keep it in my home long enough. For anyone sensitive, I suggest just getting the unscented and putting a drop of essential oil inside. The Extras: I didn't need or care about the extras... until they came. The spoon has been so helpful in mixing the product, using the right amount, not wearing off nail polish by grabbing it with your fingers, looking adorable, etc. The soap is nice but not nicer than Sapp's oatmeal soap, available in all Whole Foods and the like type stores, for a fraction of the price. I keep the included soaps for travel but I wouldn't purchase more (they're $3 each - in a pack of 5 -when I can get the volume of 10 of these soaps in Sapp's version for $4). The loofah mit, I have never used and have no need for. Price: This product is expensive. The time put into it and that this is a small company that can't get the deep bulk discounts of larger suppliers is part of the reason. The extras are another obvious reason. I also believe everything could probably be better sourced, from ingredients to packaging, to reduce the overall cost. (Sourcing is difficult and time consuming). The cost of shipping - which is never free - is included. There are things that could be done to cut these costs but it's all easier said than done. It would be nice if along with the current package there was a refill in a bag option. I can keep a jar, I dont need a new spoon every time and I'm just stacking these other things up in a box in my hall closet. The Effectiveness: I like to use mits and give myself a hamam or korean type body scrub at home. Nothing is ever going to beat that, you can literally see the skin rolling off of your body. What I like about this salt scrub is that I can go further between the mit exfoliation (which adds 20 min to my shower once a week) and there is less dead skin coming off when I use this scrub in between. The scrub is also gentle enough that I sometimes use it after the mit without any problems. For the Face: To each their own but I wouldn't use any of these scrubs on my face. The granules are too large for such delicate skin. Despite the arguments on scrubs and microtears, the size means it's just not going to do much. You will get a far more effective yet much gentler face scrub by using baking soda. Better yet, invest in a skin spatula, it does wonders. The Sting: It doesn't! I have shaved first, scrubbed last and absolutely no sting at all. However, I have had some small cuts on my fingers, that does sting, but not forever and the salt will make them heal faster anyway. Overall, this is a product I will be using for years to come. If there were ever any sales on it or if the price was just a bit lower I would even buy the scrubs as gifts for all my friends and try to convert them. As it is, I keep it to myself... because $25 on a scrub vs $25 on a necklace and earring set, a new belt, a bottle of booze, etc that lasts much longer is a no-brainer.

I rarely write Amazon reviews—but I had to for this business owner. First, the packaging immediately impressed me. It felt intentional, clean, and high quality. Unlike many sea salt scrubs that list dozens of complicated, unrecognizable ingredients, this one kept it simple. The ingredient list was straightforward and transparent, which gave me confidence that I was using something truly natural and organic on my skin. When I opened the package, I was honestly blown away. She included a complimentary oatmeal soap, which I now absolutely love and plan to reorder. It’s gentle, nourishing, and feels amazing on the skin. She also added a loofah scrub, which makes application easier and helps exfoliate more effectively. Those thoughtful extras made the experience feel abundant and customer-centered. But what really stood out was the personalized handwritten note. She shared why she created the product and how to reach her. That level of care turns a simple purchase into a meaningful experience. You can feel when someone is building a brand with intention, not just selling a product. As someone who is very particular about what I use for cleansing and exfoliation, I appreciate the purity of this Dead Sea salt blend. It feels grounding, refreshing, and leaves my skin smooth without irritation. This is how you build customer loyalty—quality product, clean ingredients, thoughtful presentation, and genuine connection. I’ll definitely be ordering again.

This stuff is great! Chemical free. I come of of the shower very clean and moisturized.

Great product. Only used it a couple times and can already tell a difference. Easy to use. Bought unscented as I sometimes am sensitive to some smells. USA made a big plus for me. I highly recommend this scrub.

Definitely exfoliates and leaves skin feeling super soft and smooth after use. And there is really no discernable smell to the unscented one. Unfortunately, I have extremely sensitive skin and all the oils and such that are in this gave me an allergic reaction in the form of a rash on my stomach and my feet. So if you don't have very sensitive skin, this is a great exfoliator. But if you do have sensitive skin, please beware that just because it has natural oils and such, doesn't mean your skin will like it.

I did an out the box review. I ordered unscented so I can add my own personal scent. I love to smell tropical in the summer. Takes the work out of trying to find scents that mesh well. I tried on its own, and let me tell you! The moisture I had on my hands (that’s where I tested as that’s where my eczema flairs up) was surprising. Alone you can probably use this product without having to lotion. But I still added my scented lotion. Because as we know, layering your scents is what helps it last longer. My scented body oil smelled more intense than normal. Not a bad thing what so ever. I will stick with this seller until

I've ordered this three times now. I did try another brand but it was too rough. Perimenopause has made my skin very dry & flaky. The fine salts and moisturizers in this one is perfect. Wish I could order bigger sizes, or there was a discount for ordering more than one! (Do make sure you have a slip-proof surface on your tub, though!)

Did not get a wooden spoon with order