Queen Helene Mint Julep Natural Facial Scrub Review


Being someone with darker skin and a history of battling facial issues, particularly pesky hyperpigmentation, I've tried more skincare products than I can count. Seriously, if it's a cosmetic promising to fix facial flaws, I've given it a shot.


Acne has been my nemesis since my teenage years. You know that classic line adults feed you, "Don’t worry, you'll grow out of it"? Well, for me and millions of others, that's just not the case. Adult acne is like having unwelcome guests crashing a party on your face, especially if you care about your appearance. Nobody wants a breakout stealing the spotlight on their forehead.


So, what's the first move when faced with a breakout? Booking an expensive dermatologist appointment? Nah, most of us head straight to the skincare aisle, desperately scanning for products promising to banish spots. And let's be real, in today's digital age, a quick consultation with Dr. Google is often our go-to move.


In my pursuit of clear skin, I've tried a ton of products, and I'm here to spill the tea on one of them.


Product Spotlight: Queen Helene Mint Julep Natural Facial Scrub


What's in the Tube?

Picture a green and blue 180ml tube adorned with a mint leaf graphic—that's the packaging of this scrub. 

Product Manufacturer

It's made by an American company called Queen Helene, founded by chemist Richard Estrin between the 1920s and 1930s. Queen Helene is crafted under the umbrella of The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. This company isn't just about skincare—it's a global player in the realm of both food and personal care. Think natural foods and organic personal-care goodies. Originally known as Hain Food Group when it sprouted up in 1993, it later adopted the name Hain Celestial Group after a merger with Celestial Seasonings in 2000. You can spot it on the NASDAQ ticker, boasting brands like Ella's Kitchen, Frank Cooper's, Queen Helene and Linda McCartney Foods.


Ingredients:

Water (Aqua) Kaolin Bentonite Glycerin Zinc Oxide Propylene Glycol Sulfur Chromium Oxide Greens (CI# 77288) Fragrance (Parfum) Phenoxyethanol Methylparaben.


Description Of the Chemicals

- Water (Aqua):
  - Function: Acts as a solvent and base for the formulation.
  - Use: Provides hydration and helps to create the desired texture of the scrub.

- Kaolin:
  - Function: Natural clay mineral.
  - Use: Absorbs excess oil and impurities from the skin, helping to cleanse and detoxify pores.

- Bentonite:
  - Function: Another type of clay.
  - Use: Works alongside kaolin to draw out toxins, unclog pores, and control oiliness.

- Glycerin:
  - Function: Humectant.
  - Use: Attracts moisture to the skin, helping to keep it hydrated and preventing dryness.

- Zinc Oxide:
  - Function: Mineral compound.
  - Use: Provides soothing and calming properties, helps to reduce inflammation and redness.

- Propylene Glycol:
  - Function: Synthetic liquid.
  - Use: Acts as a humectant and solvent, helping to keep the product moist and stable.

- Sulfur:
  - Function: Natural mineral.
  - Use: Known for its antibacterial and antifungal properties, helps to combat acne-causing bacteria and reduce inflammation.

- Chromium Oxide Greens (CI# 77288):
  - Function: Green pigment.
  - Use: Adds colour to the product, giving it a green hue.

- Fragrance (Parfum):
  - Function: Provides scent.
  - Use: Adds a pleasant aroma to the scrub.

- Phenoxyethanol:
  - Function: Preservative.
  - Use: Helps to prevent microbial growth and extend the shelf life of the product.

- Methylparaben:
  - Function: Preservative.
  - Use: Another preservative, works alongside phenoxyethanol to maintain the product's freshness and integrity.


How To Use

"Cleanse face and neck thoroughly Apply Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque generously and allow to dry for about 15 minutes Remove with warm water Pat your face dry "


Why I Was Drawn to It

Back in 2015, what drew me to this scrub was its use of natural ingredients. Queen Helene is pretty transparent about what goes into their products, which I appreciate. The Mint Julep Facial Scrub boasts deep-cleaning abilities, claiming to unclog pores and banish impurities. Sounds like just what the doctor ordered for acne-prone skin, right? But hold up, let's check out those ingredients.


My Experience

Compared to other scrubs I've tried, this one didn't leave my skin feeling like the Sahara desert. However, if you overdo it (like using it more than once a day), expect some dryness. This isn't so much about the ingredients as it is about the scrub's coarse texture. It's got glycerin, which can help moisturize, but those gritty particles can be a bit much, especially if you've got active acne. I found it best to use it at night to avoid irritating any existing breakouts.


The scrub's fragrance-free, which is a win in my book. But it does have a faint minty scent. Luckily, it didn't make my acne worse or trigger any breakouts, which tells me it's got a good balance of ingredients and won't clog pores.


Final Verdict

If you've got acne-prone or sensitive skin, I'd give this scrub a thumbs up—but use it more for maintenance (a couple of times a week) rather than a daily treatment for active acne.

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