Jojoba Scrub Beads (Biodegradable Exfoliating Beads) - Essentially Natural

• INCI Name: Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil
• Appearance: Fine, free-flowing solid spheres
• Colour: White
• Particle Size: 20/40, similar to grains of sugar
• Solubility: Insoluble in water
• Melting Point: 82–90°C
• Certification: ECOCERT and COSMOS approved
• Usage Rate: 1–5%
• Size Options: 50g, 100g, 250g, 500g or 1kg
• Product standards: Vegan; Beauty Without Cruelty

• Facial scrubs and gentle exfoliating cleansers
• Shower gels and body washes with exfoliation
• Liquid hand soaps with a polishing effect
• Bar soaps and exfoliating body bars
• Exfoliating shampoos and scalp scrubs

This product is suitable for:

• Formulators wanting a biodegradable alternative to plastic scrub beads
• Scrubs designed for gentle exfoliation and a refined, polished skin feel
• Products aimed at users who prefer mild exfoliation without sharp particles
• Those with nut allergies looking for an exfoliant option commonly considered suitable for nut-sensitive users

This product is not:

• Best suited to leave-on products, it is designed for rinse-off use
• Ideal for very sensitive or compromised skin without careful selection of bead level and gentle application
• Water soluble, it will remain as beads in the finished product

• As a Facial Cleanser Exfoliant: Add 1–3% for mild, daily-use style exfoliation in rinse-off products.
• As a Body Wash Or Scrub Bead: Add 2–5% for a more noticeable polishing effect in shower products.
• As a Liquid Hand Soap Additive: Add 1–3% and ensure the base is thick enough to keep beads suspended.
• As a Soap Additive: Add 1–5%, then pour and set with adequate viscosity to help reduce bead settling.
• Processing Tip: For best bead integrity, stir in during cool-down once the base is uniform, and avoid excessive high-shear mixing that can damage the spheres.
• Processing Tip: Ensure your formula has enough viscosity or a suitable suspension system to prevent beads from settling over time.

• For external use only
• Avoid contact with eyes, if contact occurs rinse thoroughly with water
• Do not use on broken, irritated, or freshly shaved skin
• Patch test the finished product before first use
• Use gentle pressure during exfoliation and avoid over-exfoliating
• Keep out of reach of children

Q: Are these the same as plastic microbeads?
A: No, these are biodegradable jojoba-based beads designed as an alternative to polyethylene scrub beads.

Q: Will the beads dissolve in water?
A: No, they are insoluble in water and remain as beads in the product until rinsed away.

Q: Can I use them in warm formulations?
A: Yes, they have a higher melting point than many wax spheres, but it is still best to add them during cool-down to preserve bead shape.

Q: Why do my beads sink in a liquid cleanser?
A: The base may be too thin, increasing viscosity or using a suitable suspending system helps keep beads evenly distributed.

Q: Are they suitable for facial products?
A: Yes, at lower usage levels they can provide gentle facial exfoliation, but sensitive skin types should start with a very mild level and avoid frequent use.