Satin and Silk Exfoliating Cleanser 1.76 oz, Hydrating Facial Cleanser for Women and MenFacial Skin Care Product with Bamboo Beads, Exfoliating Face Wash for Women and Men

Great concept, very clean formulation
I am always on the hunt for new cleansers, so when I saw this Satin & Silk Micro-Exfoliant Powder by Miss Universe I got super curious and ordered it.The first thing that struck me is the strange brand name, but now that I have read through the listing, it is making more sense. The product page kept referring to the MU7C + Complex, which I now understand means Miss Universe 7 Continents, and that is referencing that this product contains at least one botanical from each of the seven continents. As far as “drone technology” delivering the ingredients for “glowing results”, I had to look that one up. So, for active ingredients that need to go below the surface of the skin, they encapsulate them. Encapsulating an ingredient ensures that it will make it down to the layer of skin that it’s intended for, and be at full potency when it reaches its destination layer of skin cells.Regardless, this is kind of a fun product to use. It’s a very fine powder, add water and massage it around the face in circular motions. Then simply rinse and enjoy the smoother texture of the skin. There is no foaming action to speak of, but this cleanser does a good job of cleaning in spite of that. The first time I used it I was wearing foundation and it removed every bit of it, no problem. It did leave my skin feeling a tad dry, but that matters not because I always moisturize after cleansing. There is added fragrance to this powder, not too heady but it is definitely floral.This powder is serious about exfoliating and has lots of ingredients to back that up. It contains micro crystalline cellulose, bamboo extract, rice bran extract, papaya extract, cornstarch and tapioca starch. The first four ingredients are more aggressive in exfoliating but the cornstarch and tapioca actually work to soothe and give a slight polishing effect, so they actually “gentle down” the other exfoliants a bit.In addition to that, this formulation also contains algae as a humectant and jojoba esters for their emollient properties. Add to that, there are several other botanicals that will help to brighten, soothe and reinforce/repair the moisture barrier layer. As if that weren’t enough, there are also plenty of peptides in this product for anti-aging benefits and collagen support.What this formulation does Not have, are any ingredients that could be potentially harmful – no parabens, phthalates, PEGs, sulfates, silicones or any other harsh chemicals. Since I have dry skin, I will likely only get away with using this powder once or twice weekly, but that is enough to reap the rewards of a smoother complexion.Currently this micro exfoliant powder is selling at $45. It is loaded with helpful botanicals and nothing harmful, plus it works really well and only takes a little to clean my face, so it will last. Having said all that, I think the price is offering a reasonably good value.Highly recommendedMade in the USA

Refined Boraxo
When I was a kid, my dad always had Boraxo brand hand soap on hand to scrub away grease and grime from particularly dirty jobs. In the 1980s/1990s, I kept my skin looking smooth and flawless using gritty manual exfoliant products (like Clinique Seven Day Scrub, Avon’s Clearskin Cleansing Scrub and, of course, St. Ive’s Apricot Facial Scrub). I am a true believer in the power of good old fashioned scrub. Of course, now all the manual exfoliants have been de-fanged and the gritty granules have been replaced by ineffective “cleansing beads” that roll around without lifting any dead skin at all.All that said, I was thrilled to find this micro-exfoliant powder. Right out of the bottle, it looks like a fine-grained cleansing powder, but it works very much like a more refined version of my dad’s beloved Boraxo. The trick is to control the amount of water you add. If you’re looking for a heavy duty scrub, rub the dry powder directly onto very slightly damp skin. If you want something a bit less abrasive, add water to the product in your palm and mix into a clay-like paste. It makes a very thick lather, but rinses relatively easily. The mild scent (which is artificial fragrance) is a bit perfume-y, but doesn’t linger.I love this stuff and my face feels so clean, smooth and fresh after I use it.

Excellent exfoliating product.
This exfoliating cleanser does a great job. It lathers easily and applies to the face without difficultly. My skin definitely feels clean after using this. I used it morning and night prior to applying my standard moisturizer. I also had my husband try it and neither of us had any negative effects like skin irritation. Given the size of the bottle I feel like the value is appropriate. This is definitely a product I would order again.