Paraben Free
Parabens are synthetic chemical preservatives, commonly used in beauty products like shampoo, lotion, and deodorants. Parabens can accumulate in your body, and have been linked to hormonal disruption and reproductive problems. In studies of breast cancer patients, parabens have been found in the tissue of cancerous tumors–yikes! If you want to avoid Parabens in your beauty products, keep an eye out for methylparaben, propylparaben, butylparaben, and ethylparaben in the ingredients list.
Phthalate Free
Phthalates are found in toys, electronics, personal care products, plastic wraps, containers, and more. These petroleum based chemicals help soften plastics, and bind fragrances to perfumes, deodorants, creams, and other personal care products. Phthalates are are not chemically bound, meaning they can easily get released into the air, water, or your body, just by using the products as intended. Phthalates have been found to disrupt the endocrine system, which can cause reproductive damage, hormonal imbalances, infertility, mood changes, metabolism changes, and more.
Sulfate Free
Sulfates are synthetic chemical ingredients commonly used in beauty products and household cleaners, like shampoos and dish soaps. You can usually identify sulfates in an ingredients list by looking out for the most common types: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLC) and Sodium Laureth Sulfates (SLES). These chemicals, often derived from petroleum, are used to help form the “lather” we’re used to seeing in our beauty and cleaning products. When used in the shower or sink, these chemicals can flow through the pipes and into our waterways. Synthetic sulfates have been linked to allergic reactions, eye and skin irritation, and hair loss, and some studies suggest they contain carcinogenic ingredients.
Organic Content
Organic materials and ingredients are grown without the use of chemical pesticides or fertilizers, promoting a healthier use of land and decreasing harmful agricultural runoff. By steering clear of toxic chemicals, farm workers experience less exposure to hazardous conditions, promoting social responsibility as well as environmental stewardship. Choosing organic materials eliminates the use of insecticides and other harmful chemicals, promotes efficient resource use, and results in a safer products and a cleaner planet!
Vegan
This product does not contain any animal products or byproducts, and has not been tested on animals.
Handmade
We support small businesses and craftspeople who create each of their products with care. Handmade products are generally produced on a small scale, without the use of large energy consuming factories and production facilities. Buying handmade helps support art, communities, and people’s livelihoods.
Exfoliating + moisturizing = win win for your skin! The Masa + Olive Exfoliating Face Paste from Fat and the Moon does it all, using corn flour to gently polish and stimulate the skin, plus olive oil to keep the skin moisturized while removing pore clogging dirt. Great for sensitive skin, this exfoliating scrub is gentle enough to use a few times a week, and reveals healthy and glowing skin with every use. Our favorite tip? Rub it into your skin in the shower so the steam can further open your pRead Moreores!
sarahjbm (verified owner) –
LOVE this scrub. Will be coming back for more. Product instructions online don’t match the jar I received but I did not have to mix mine any. 1/2 tsp plus a few drops of water. Don’t wash off right way, so your skin gets the moisturizing benefits of the olive oil. Gentle enough for daily use and smells great too!
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Kindness (verified owner) –
Love this product! A pleasant earthy smell on application, add a little water and it goes on with much less mess. Afterwards my skin feels very clean and baby face smooth.
It does need a little mixing first, which is a bit tricky the first few times of use as there’s not a lot of ‘room’ in the jar.
Will definitely purchase again!
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Lydiagharris22 (verified owner) –
It only takes a pea size to cover your whole face; the texture is perfect for scrubbing away all the dead skin and it didn’t leave my skin feeling dry. I’ve used so many face scrubs and this one is my favorite. I will definitely repurchase!
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omancera (verified owner) –
I am absolutely wild for the ingredients, which make my skin feel so soft afterwards and give me a beautiful glow thanks to the olive oil. The application is really easy, yummy smell that reminds me of tamales, and easy storage too. It’s a good idea to have a tiny spoon set aside for its use to keep the batch clean. Great size for sharing or keeping to yourself for weekly spa nights. Will buy again when it runs out!
Update, bought another 2 of these (June 2021) as they’ve made it into my daily face routine. It’s the perfect exfoliator that isn’t too harsh on my skin, smells great, and is an excellent moisturizer.
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hannah.arp (verified owner) –
I love this product. You need to stir it every time but it’s great!
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ashleyrecar91 –
Consistency was different than I expected, but my skin felt awesome after using it! Make sure to read the directions first as it is slightly different than a normal face scrub
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Robin Gee (verified owner) –
Definitely scrubby but did not leave my skin feeling scorched like some exfoliants. Skin felt soft, moisturized after use. The oil separates out so you do need to really mix it well, but it worked very well once I got it mixed.
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