TEABLESS EARL GREY TEA JAM FACIAL PEELING SCRUB FOAM 230G

Values you can check: 100% Genuine (Adilsons sourcing policy) · Contains Fragrance (not Fragrance-Free) · Vegan-Friendly* (self-assessed) · Halal-Friendly* (self-assessed) · FA-Unsafe (see Section 30).

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No animal-derived ingredients detected. This is NOT a formal vegan certification by The Vegan Society or equivalent body.

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation, no porcine-derived ingredients, and no haram animal-derived ingredients detected in the declared ingredient list. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.

Pros:

• Three jobs in one rinse-off step: foam cleanse, physical polish and a light LHA touch.
• Soft particles (Cellulose, Rice Powder) rather than hard crushed shells or salt.
• Amino-acid and betaine surfactants instead of a soap base.
• Contains Panthenol, Glycerin and Ceramide NP to offset some of the stripping.

Honest caveats:

• It is a physical scrub, so friction is part of the method and not everyone's skin tolerates it.
• It contains Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil and Hydrogenated Lecithin, which are poor choices for fungal acne.
• It is fragranced and lists two EU-regulated allergens (Limonene, Benzyl Benzoate).

The grimy feeling in Mauritius heat is mostly sebum and sweat doing their job, not dirt. Washing more than twice a day, or scrubbing on top of that, strips the acid mantle (target pH 4.5-5.5) and triggers compensatory oil production, which is the exact shine you were trying to remove.

This product breaks the cycle only if you use it as a scheduled polish and not as a daily wash. Its surfactants are amino-acid and betaine types (Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Lauryl Betaine, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate), which are generally milder than a soap base, and Glycerin and Panthenol are present. The brand does not disclose the final pH, so we cannot confirm it sits in the acid-mantle range.

If your skin feels squeaky or tight within 30 minutes of rinsing, you are over-cleansing. Drop to once a week and add a moisturizer straight after.

Classification: YELLOW (14+ with guidance). The formula contains a salicylic-acid derivative (Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, an LHA) plus physical scrub particles. Both target dead-cell buildup and pore congestion that younger skin has usually not yet developed in any meaningful way.

For under-14s with no real congestion, a plain non-scrub cleanser is the better fit. Verified in-catalog gentler foams are listed in Section 38.

• Step 1, when: PM, 2-3 times a week (Adilsons recommendation; the brand does not state a frequency).
• Step 2, how much: roughly a hazelnut-sized scoop (about 2g, an estimate), enough to cover the face in a thin layer.
• Step 3, how: massage gently with wet hands for 30-60 seconds on damp skin, then rinse with lukewarm water.

Introduce this as the ONLY new product in your routine. Wait a full 14 days before adding anything else. This isolation window ensures you can identify whether any reaction is caused by this specific product.

1. Rinse with lukewarm water, or use a gentle cleanser if your skin is oily on waking.
2. Optional: this scrub, only on mornings you need it (not more than once or twice a week), then rinse well.
3. Hydrating toner or soothing layer on slightly damp skin.
4. Gel or gel-cream moisturizer.
5. SPF50+ PA++++ sunscreen (non-negotiable after any exfoliation).

Humectants such as Glycerin perform well in humid Mauritian mornings because they draw water from the humid air instead of from deeper skin layers. Fresh exfoliation raises sun sensitivity, so skip the AM scrub on beach or outdoor-sport days unless you will reapply sunscreen every 2 hours.

1. If you wore sunscreen or makeup: oil cleanser or balm first, rinse.
2. Second cleanse: this scrub on scrub nights; a gentle non-scrub cleanser on other nights.
3. Soothing or hydrating toner on slightly damp skin.
4. Moisturizer, then an occlusive only if you are in AC for long hours and not clog-prone.

On scrub nights the sequence is exfoliation plus recovery: do not add another exfoliating acid, retinoid or strong Vitamin C that same night. A simple 4-night pattern is Night 1 scrub, Night 2 retinoid (if you use one), Nights 3-4 recovery.

Brand instructions: apply an appropriate amount on the face, massage gently with wet hands, then rinse off with lukewarm water. The amounts above are Adilsons estimates, not brand figures.

Technique: use small circles with fingertips only, no pressure. Friction beyond what the particles already provide adds micro-irritation without extra cleaning.

Skin state: damp, because water lets the foaming surfactants spread and cushions the particles. Wait times: none before the next step, but follow with toner and moisturizer within 60 seconds.

Hands deliver 100% of product. Cotton pads absorb approximately 30-40%. Use hands unless applying as an exfoliant swipe.

This is an encyclopedia map of all product types. You do not use all of these daily. You select modules based on your skin state.

Global execution rules:

• Viscosity ladder: thinnest to thickest; water-phase before oil-phase; treatments before seals.
• Wait-time defaults: watery layers 10-20s; serum layers 30-60s; before sunscreen 10-15 min if going outdoors or applying makeup.
• Amount defaults: watery toner/essence 5-8 drops per layer; serum/ampoule 2-3 drops or 1 pump (+1 drop for neck); eye product half a rice-grain per eye; gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas, cream 1-2 peas; occlusive seal rice-grain to pea-size; sunscreen 2-finger rule for face, +1 finger for neck.
• Skin state: hydrators best on slightly damp skin; retinoids best on fully dry skin (wait 10 minutes after cleansing if sensitive); exfoliating acids on dry or lightly damp skin depending on irritation, one lane only.
• Hard cap: if the routine pills, stings or feels heavy, reduce layers, do not add.

AM maximum stack (16 steps):

1. Rinse / gentle cleanse (optional): 1-2 pumps or pea-size gel, pat to slightly damp. This scrub, if used in the morning, belongs here.
2. pH-prep / balancing toner (optional): 5-8 drops, wait 10-20s.
3. Hydrating toner layers (1-3, optional): 5-8 drops per layer, wait 10-20s between layers. In high humidity, one layer is often enough.
4. Essence (optional): 5-8 drops, wait 10-20s. Choose either toner layering or essence stacking if you pill easily, not both.
5. Mist / thermal water (optional micro-step): 1-2 light sprays, wait 10s.
6. Booster / soothing serum (optional; Centella, panthenol, barrier support): 2-3 drops or 1 pump, wait 30-60s.
7. Antioxidant lane (optional, choose ONE): pure L-Ascorbic Acid serum on dry skin (wait 1-3 min) or a gentler antioxidant (wait 30-60s).
8. Pigment support lane (optional, choose ONE): TXA, arbutin, alpha-arbutin or azelaic acid if AM-tolerated, 2-3 drops, wait 30-60s.
9. Hydration serum lane (optional): HA, polyglutamic acid or beta-glucan on slightly damp skin, 2-3 drops, wait 30-60s; seal with moisturizer, especially in AC.
10. Oil-control lane (optional, choose ONE): niacinamide, zinc or succinic acid, 2-3 drops, wait 30-60s.
11. Peptide / growth-factor / repair lane (optional): 2-3 drops, wait 30-60s.
12. Eye serum or cream (optional): half a rice-grain per eye, wait 10-20s.
13. Moisturizer: gel 1-1.5 peas or cream 1-2 peas, wait 1 minute before sunscreen if pilling-prone. Humid climates often prefer gels.
14. Optional sealing layer (only if dry or in AC): rice-grain to pea-size, wait 1-2 minutes; avoid if clog-prone, oily or fungal-acne-prone.
15. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable): 2-finger rule, wait 10-15 minutes before makeup or outdoor sweat; reapply every 2 hours of sun.
16. Lip SPF (optional but ideal): 1 swipe, reapply like sunscreen.

In AM, prioritize comfort + SPF adherence over stacking. In high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.

PM maximum stack (14 steps):

1. Micellar (optional pre-cleanse): saturate cotton, gentle swipe; use for heavy makeup or stubborn sunscreen.
2. Oil cleanser / balm (if SPF or makeup): 1-2 pumps or grape-size balm, massage on dry skin 30-60s, add water until milky, rinse.
3. Water cleanser / second cleanse: 1-2 pumps, gentle 30-60s, rinse. This scrub replaces the water cleanser on scrub nights.
4. pH-prep toner (optional): 5-8 drops, wait 10-20s.
5. Hydrating toner layers (1-3, optional): 5-8 drops per layer, wait 10-20s; stop early if it turns tacky.
6. Essence (optional): 5-8 drops, wait 10-20s.
7. Soothing / barrier serum (optional): 2-3 drops, wait 30-60s; best for buffering active lanes.
8. Anchor product lane: for a scrub night, the scrub in step 3 is the anchor; for other nights use your treatment at its default dose. Retinoids go on fully dry skin, wait 2-5 minutes if sensitive; acids wait 1-3 minutes; otherwise 30-60s.
9. Targeted serum (optional, only if not conflicting): 2-3 drops, wait 30-60s.
10. Moisturizer: gel 1-1.5 peas or cream 1-2 peas, wait 1 minute.
11. Sleeping mask (optional): thin layer on dry, dehydrated or barrier-support nights.
12. Occlusive seal (optional; avoid if clog-prone): rice-grain to pea-size.
13. Spot treatment / pimple patch (as needed): rice-grain on the lesion, or press a patch on clean dry skin for 5 seconds.
14. Lip sleeping mask (optional): thin swipe.

Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.

Lane strictness: one-lane rule means Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR an acne-control active per routine; barrier and hydration can always accompany. If unsure, default to the safest lane (barrier and hydration) and reduce layers.

This is a rinse-off, thick gel-foam with suspended particles, so it sits at the cleansing step and never in the leave-on ladder. Everything you apply after it (toner, serum, moisturizer) should go from thin to thick as usual.

Phase: water-phase surfactant gel with a small oil-phase component (Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil) that is rinsed away. Conditioning polymers (Polyquaternium-10, Acrylates Copolymer) can leave a very slight slip on skin, so rinse for a full 20-30 seconds before your toner.

Rest days: at least 48 hours between scrub nights so the barrier can rebuild. Overuse warning: three times a week is the ceiling for most skin; exceeding this does NOT produce faster results, it produces barrier damage.

Purge vs reaction: PURGING occurs in your usual breakout areas, is surface-level and resolves in 4-6 weeks. A REACTION (stop immediately) shows in NEW areas, involves burning, swelling or hives, and worsens without improvement. Because this is mostly a mechanical product with a very low LHA level, true purging is less likely than simple irritation.

Before starting this product, your routine MUST already include: a gentle non-scrub daily cleanser, a moisturizer, and daily SPF50+. Without these foundations, this product causes more harm than benefit.

If your skin stings on moisturizer, feels tight within 30 minutes of cleansing, or shows visible flaking, your barrier is below threshold. Start with a soothing moisturizer first, such as the options in Section 15.

For Fitzpatrick Types IV-VI, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) is a real risk if a scrub causes micro-irritation. Use feather-light pressure, stay at once a week, and never scrub over a healing spot.

• Surface sebum and blackheads: particles physically lift loose debris, and the LHA derivative (Capryloyl Salicylic Acid) is oil-soluble, though its contact time in a rinse-off and its low level limit the effect.
• Rough texture and dullness: Cellulose and Rice Powder remove loose dead surface cells.
• Secondary: light moisture support from Glycerin, Panthenol and Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil.

What this product cannot do: it cannot physically shrink pores, it cannot treat inflamed acne or fade existing dark marks, and the tea extracts are present at about 1 ppm so you should not expect an antioxidant treatment from them. Diet also plays a role in oil and breakouts, since high-glycemic foods and dairy raise insulin and IGF-1 which can increase sebum, so treat topicals as one part of the picture.

Every pick below was looked up in the live Adilsons catalog (active and in stock at the time of writing). Stock changes often, so each slot lists a primary pick and three alternatives; if the first is out of stock, take the next.

1. Soothing moisturizer (PM, right after toner). Replaces what scrub-cleansing removes and calms post-scrub tightness.

• Primary: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream 75ml
• Alternative: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream 30ml
• Alternative: Anua Heartleaf 70% Soothing Cream 100ml
• Alternative: Anua Azelaic Acid Cica Skin Soothing Moisturizer 100ml

2. Soothing toner (AM or PM, on damp skin after rinsing). Adds water-phase hydration and calms pinkness after exfoliation.

• Primary: Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner 250ml
• Alternative: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner 400ml
• Alternative: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Teca Soothing Toner 210ml
• Alternative: Anua Rice 70 + Ceramide Glow Milky Toner 250ml

3. Sunscreen (AM, every day, essential after exfoliation). Freshly exfoliated skin is more sun-sensitive.

• Primary: Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics 50ml
• Alternative: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum 50ml
• Alternative: IsNtree Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel 50ml
• Alternative: Anua Heartleaf Silky Moisture Sun Cream 50ml

4. Oil cleanser (PM first cleanse on sunscreen or makeup days). Dissolves sunscreen so the scrub is not rubbing film around your face.

• Primary: Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil Mild 200ml
• Alternative: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 200ml
• Alternative: Eqqualberry Purple Rice Pore Smoothing Cleansing Oil 200ml
• Alternative: beplain Mung Bean Cleansing Oil 200ml

Pilling pairs: because this is rinse-off, it does not pill by itself. The only pilling risk is a rushed toner and moisturizer straight after a conditioning-polymer foam; pat dry first and wait 60 seconds between layers.

This is a conflict-solver for ACTIVE ingredients. If you run multiple actives, use these rules to avoid irritation, deactivation, and barrier damage.

Universal rules:

• One Active Lane per routine: in a single AM or PM routine, run only one primary active lane (Retinoid OR Acid Exfoliation OR L-Ascorbic Acid Vitamin C OR Benzoyl Peroxide OR Hydroquinone OR strong acne lane).
• If you break a rule, do not push through. Reduce frequency, split AM/PM, or alternate nights.
• Barrier override: if moisturizer stings or skin feels tight within 30 minutes of cleansing, pause all actives and run barrier-only for 3-7 days.
• Wait-time defaults: watery layers 10-20s, serums 30-60s, pH-dependent acids 10-20 min if you insist on layering (splitting across AM/PM is safer), sunscreen 10-15 min before sun.

Rules that matter for this scrub:

• Scrub x retinoid (retinol, retinal, tretinoin, adapalene): never the same night. Instead: scrub night, then retinoid night, then two recovery nights.
• Scrub x AHA/BHA/PHA leave-ons: avoid stacking. Instead: alternate days, one exfoliation lane per night.
• Chemical exfoliants x physical scrubs: do not combine on the same day, as micro-tears and over-stripping follow. Instead: pick the chemical OR the physical option that day.
• Scrub x strong peels: never the same day. Instead: peel, then 48-72 hours of recovery before the scrub.
• Scrub x benzoyl peroxide or high-strength Vitamin C: do not layer on the same night. Instead: Vitamin C in the AM, scrub in the PM, and keep BPO to non-scrub nights.
• Duplicate lanes: two products doing the same exfoliating job is pointless; pick one primary and use the other on alternate nights or not at all.

Scheduling Template A (AM/PM split): AM antioxidant lane, moisturizer, SPF. PM scrub or acid lane, then moisturizer.

Scheduling Template B (4-night skin cycling): Night 1 exfoliation (this scrub), Night 2 retinoid, Nights 3-4 recovery.

Scheduling Template C (alternate nights): Mon/Wed/Fri retinoid, Tue/Sat scrub or acid, Thu/Sun recovery.

Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.

• One-lane rule: Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR acne-control active per routine; barrier and hydration can always accompany.
• If unsure: default to the safest lane (barrier and hydration) and reduce layers.

Pre-period breakouts happen because progesterone causes the pore lining to physically swell, narrowing the opening and trapping sebum beneath.

• MYTH: "A scrub shrinks pores." REALITY: pore size is largely set by genetics and sebum load; a scrub clears surface debris, which makes pores look tidier, but it cannot change their structure.
• MYTH: "If it stings or tingles, it is working." REALITY: stinging is a sign of irritation, and irritated skin produces more oil and more redness.
• MYTH: "Tea in the name means an antioxidant treatment." REALITY: the leaf powder is a scrub particle at 0.4%, and the two tea and bee-balm leaf extracts are declared at about 1 ppm each.

DIY risk: homemade sugar, salt or coffee scrubs have sharp, irregular edges that cause micro-tears and are not preserved, so they can carry bacteria. A formulated scrub with soft cellulose particles is the safer route.

Sugar cane burning season (July-November): PM2.5 increases during harvest burns, so this is a good time for a PM scrub night to remove particulate film, followed by a soothing moisturizer.

Hard water: Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region, and hard water leaves a calcium-stearate film after cleansing that causes tightness. Because this product uses amino-acid surfactants rather than soap, it should form less film than a soap cleanser, but follow it with a pH-adjusting toner to counter any residue.

*This ingredient appears below the estimated 1% line in the INCI list, suggesting it is present at a trace/sub-efficacious concentration. Its inclusion may be primarily for marketing rather than clinical effect.

Delivery system: a jam-textured gel foam. The surfactants lather, the particles buff, and the LHA and oils are in contact with skin only until you rinse.

Free acid value: pH not publicly disclosed, so we cannot state how much of the LHA is in its active form.

Full INCI list (declared by online retailers; confirm against the pack in your hands):

Water, Cellulose, Acrylates Copolymer, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate, Lauryl Betaine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Oryza Sativa (Rice) Powder, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder (4,000 ppm), Citric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Glycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Fragrance, Ethylhexylglycerin, Panthenol, Malt Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Citrate, Polyquaternium-10, Butylene Glycol, Tromethamine, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (1 ppm), Monarda Didyma Leaf Extract (1 ppm), Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Echinacea Angustifolia Extract, Helichrysum Italicum Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract, Origanum Vulgare Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Extract, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide NP, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Limonene, Benzyl Benzoate.

Note: the 1% line is an estimate. Because the tea leaf powder is declared at 0.4%, the true 1% line must sit before it. The marketed LHA and tea seed oil appear well below the line and the brand copy names "Anti Sebum P", which does not appear in the declared list.

Preservative system: no conventional standalone preservative is clearly listed. Preservation appears to rely on multifunctional ingredients (1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin) with Disodium EDTA as a chelator, and the brand has not disclosed challenge-test data.

Fragrance status: Synthetic Fragrance (Parfum) plus Citrus Limon Peel Oil, so it is not fragrance-free. Scent: the brand describes a "greenery aqua" Earl Grey tea note; the citrus peel oil points to a bergamot-like citrus top.

Intensity and dissipation: not independently measured. Fragrance sits mid-list at INCI position 15 and the product is rinsed off, so expect the scent mostly during the wash.

EU 26 allergen screen: Limonene and Benzyl Benzoate are both declared. The generic term Fragrance may hide further allergens.

*Based on brand-declared INCI. The term 'Fragrance' or 'Parfum' in the INCI list may contain undisclosed allergens. Patch test advised for sensitive individuals.

Alcohol: Alcohol-Free. No drying alcohol appears in the declared list.

Prescription interactions: if you use prescription tretinoin, adapalene or isotretinoin, ask your dermatologist before adding a scrub, as the combination can cause excess dryness and peeling. Aspirin-sensitive people and those on blood-thinning medication should check with their clinician before regular use of salicylate derivatives, even at a low rinse-off level.

Halal: Halal-Friendly*. No ethanol from fermentation, no porcine-derived ingredients and no haram animal-derived ingredients were detected in the declared list.

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation, no porcine-derived ingredients, and no haram animal-derived ingredients detected in the declared ingredient list. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.

Vegan: Vegan-Friendly*. Retailer listings market it as vegan. One ingredient, Hydrogenated Lecithin, can be soy- or egg-derived and its source is not stated.

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No animal-derived ingredients detected. This is NOT a formal vegan certification by The Vegan Society or equivalent body.

Cruelty-free: no Leaping Bunny or PETA listing and no brand policy statement were found, and the brand's Mainland China retail status was not verified. Treat it as unconfirmed.

Microplastic status: No, not confirmed microplastic-free. It contains Acrylates Copolymer, a synthetic polymer whose role in this formula is not disclosed; the visible scrub particles are plant-derived Cellulose and Rice Powder.

MFDS classification: General Cosmetic. We found no evidence of Functional Cosmetic registration. A Functional classification would mean additional government testing for a specific claim.

Brand claims: "passed skin irritation test, suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin"; removes blackheads and excess sebum. No lab, sample size or protocol is published.

*Brand claims 'Dermatologist Tested' but no publicly available study data, sample size, or testing protocol has been disclosed.

Clinical evidence: none found for this product. Evidence confidence: Marketing-Only* for the blackhead claim, and Low for the irritation claim.

*Marketing-only: no independent or published evidence was found for this claim at the time of writing.

No reformulation history was found.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Unsafe. Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil is a plant oil rated "avoid" by an ingredient checker we consulted, Hydrogenated Lecithin is rated "caution", and the coconut- and lauric-chain surfactants (Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate) vary by checker. Because the product is rinse-off the risk is lower than for a leave-on, but if you have confirmed Malassezia folliculitis, pick a different cleanser from Section 38.

Note: we reached the fungal-acne checkers only through search summaries, not the original tables, so treat the individual ratings as lower-confidence.

Assessment: None as a rinse-off. The only pilling cause is leave-on layers applied before the skin is properly rinsed and patted.

Mitigation: rinse until skin no longer feels slippery, pat (do not rub) dry, apply toner on damp skin and wait 60 seconds before moisturizer.

Color baseline: not documented by the brand; note the color when new and discard if it darkens or turns patchy. Storage: keep it out of direct sun, and in Mauritius' heat do not leave it in a hot car or a steamy shower line. Close the lid fully after use and use clean dry fingers or a spatula, because water entering the pack can reduce preservation.

Spoilage signs: sour or rancid smell (tea seed oil can oxidize), mold specks, separated watery liquid that will not remix, color change. When in doubt, discard.

Patch test: apply a pea-sized amount to the inner forearm for 24 hours, then behind the ear for 24 hours, then begin facial use.

72-hour barrier reset: if you have an adverse reaction, STOP ALL ACTIVES. For 72 hours, use ONLY gentle cleanser + plain moisturizer + mineral SPF.

NO acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or essential oils. After 72h, reintroduce ONE product per 14 days.

Emergency stop signals: hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty (seek emergency care).

Pregnancy and nursing: it contains an LHA, a salicylic-acid derivative, at an undisclosed level, and the brand has not published safety data for pregnancy. If you want to avoid salicylate derivatives, use a non-exfoliating foam from Section 38.

1. Using it every day because it also works as a "foam" cleanser.
2. Pressing hard, since the particles do the work.
3. Scrubbing over active pimples, sunburn or healing marks.
4. Skipping sunscreen the next morning.
5. Combining it with a retinoid, acid or peel on the same night.

Overuse threshold: not more than 3 times a week continuously; beyond that expect a damaged barrier, with tightness, flaking and rebound oil.

Phone hygiene: if you are acne-prone, wipe your phone screen before calls, as it transfers bacteria to the cheek and jawline.

Usage math: 230g at about 2g per use gives roughly 115 uses (an estimate). At 2-3 scrub nights a week, that is about 9-14 months of use, which may exceed a typical open-jar period, so check the PAO symbol.

Lifespan: at 2-3 times the dose, the same pack lasts only a few months, with no extra benefit and more irritation.

Reorder timing: reorder roughly 2 weeks before you expect to run out, to allow for shipping time.

A simple routine for humid days: cleanse, scrub twice a week, calm, moisturize and protect. This product is a foaming scrub step at the cleansing stage, and it sits before every leave-on layer.

37A Routine:

1. AM: rinse, soothing toner, soothing moisturizer, sunscreen.
2. PM (scrub night): oil cleanser if you wore SPF, then this scrub, toner, moisturizer.
3. PM (other nights): oil cleanser if needed, gentle non-scrub cleanser, toner, moisturizer.

Default dosage and wait times: use the amounts and waits from Section 8B (toner 5-8 drops, wait 10-20s; moisturizer 1-1.5 peas of gel, wait 1 minute; sunscreen 2 fingers, wait 10-15 minutes). The conflict rules are in Section 15B.

37B IF/THEN branches:

• If your skin is barrier-compromised right now (stings on moisturizer), then skip the scrub and use only gentle cleanser, moisturizer and SPF for 3-7 days.
• If you are in AC all day, then use the scrub no more than once a week and add a moisturizer, as AC air pulls water from the skin.
• If you are in your luteal phase and breaking out around the chin, then scrub only on non-inflamed zones and no more than once that week.
• If you have just been in the sun or sea, then wait 48 hours before scrubbing.

37C Bundles (every item verified in-catalog; swap in the alternatives from Section 15 if sold out):

Bundle 1, oily-shine reset: Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil Mild + this scrub + Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner + SKIN1004 Centella Soothing Cream 75ml. Use the oil first to dissolve sunscreen, scrub next, then calm and seal.

Bundle 2, scrub day with sun protection: this scrub + Anua Rice 70 + Ceramide Glow Milky Toner + SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum 50ml. A hydrating toner for the PM and a light SPF for the next morning.

Bundle 3, same-brand scent set (non-skincare): this scrub + Teabless Pear Green Tea Perfume Body Lotion 250g + Teabless Pure Musk Rose Tea Perfume Body Lotion 250g + Teabless Green Tangerine Yuja Kombu Tea Perfume Hair and Body Mist 100ml. These are body-care pieces from the same brand, for people who like the tea-fragrance family; they are not face products.

After purchasing, you will receive our skincare education email series covering this product in depth.

The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with TEABLESS Earl Grey Tea Jam Facial Peeling Scrub Foam, not on margin or stock levels. If a pairing does not exist in our catalog, we say so. If you already own a product that fills the same role, use what you have first.

If a scrub is not right for your skin, there are two sensible alternatives in our catalog. Each slot lists a primary pick and three alternatives, all active in the live catalog at the time of writing.

Alternative type A: a non-scrub pore-cleansing foam (no physical particles, no tea seed oil). Better for daily use, sensitive skin and fungal-acne concerns.

• Primary: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Deep Cleansing Foam 125ml
• Alternative: Anua Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam 150ml
• Alternative: Anua Heartleaf Succinic Cleansing Foam 150ml
• Alternative: THE FACE SHOP White Seed Exfoliating Cleansing Foam 150ml (also a physical exfoliating foam)

Alternative type B: a peeling gel (rubs off dead cells as flakes, with no gritty particles).

• Primary: COSRX Low pH Good Night Soft Peeling Gel 120ml
• Alternative: Anua Heartleaf LHA Moisture Peeling Gel 120ml
• Alternative: Centellian24 Madeca Matcha Toning Peeling Gel 150ml
• Alternative: SecretKey Lemon Sparkling Peeling Gel 150ml

Choose TEABLESS Earl Grey Tea Jam Scrub Foam over a plain pore-cleansing foam such as the SKIN1004 Poremizing foam in Section 38 if you want one step that both lathers and physically buffs the surface: a jam-textured foam with soft particles and a light LHA.

Upgrade triggers (IF/THEN):

• If your skin is oily with rough, bumpy texture and your barrier is healthy, then this scrub may help.
• If your blackheads sit on the nose and chin and a plain foam has not shifted them, then a weekly scrub night is worth a trial.
• If your skin looks dull from sugar-cane-season particulate, then a PM scrub night can clear the film.
• If you are dehydrated-oily, then use it only once a week with a moisturizer.
• If you are barrier-compromised, sensitized or over-exfoliated, do not upgrade yet; repair barrier first.
• If you are purging, hold at your current frequency and do not add this.

Timing and lane: PM, as the exfoliation lane; do not combine with a retinoid or acid that night (Section 15B); use on damp skin and always follow with SPF the next morning.

Do not upgrade if: your barrier is below threshold; you cannot commit to daily SPF; you already run an exfoliating acid or peeling gel (same-mechanism overlap); you are fungal-acne-prone or breakout-prone with inflamed spots; or you are new to exfoliation and want the gentlest start.

If you match 2 or more upgrade triggers above, THIS is worth choosing. If not, the alternative is sufficient and safer. Consistency beats complexity.

This product's PRIMARY function is: a rinse-off cleansing scrub with a mild LHA exfoliant. You do NOT need this if you already own: a peeling gel, an enzyme or AHA/BHA wash, or a scrub you are already using 2-3 times a week. Finish your current product before purchasing.

Inventory audit: check for an open product with the same function; the PAO is not disclosed, so check the jar symbol, and buying new while the old one expires is waste.

Stacking assessment: Marginal Benefit with another exfoliant (overlapping), No Benefit with a second scrub, and Significant Benefit alongside a soothing moisturizer and SPF (different pathways).

This product is sourced through authorized Korean distributors — primarily Craver Co., Ltd (South Korea), alongside other verified distribution partners. Craver is a major Korean beauty distributor and the parent company of SKIN1004, handling authorized distribution for multiple K-beauty brands. All products are shipped directly to Mauritius via verified channels.

For comprehensive information about how we verify authenticity, our layered verification system, and how to check your product at home, visit our dedicated Authenticity and Trust page.

Quick checks: read the ingredient panel on the pack and compare it with Section 23; a clearly different list may be a different market version, so message us on WhatsApp. Check that a batch or lot code and an open-jar symbol are printed on the pack, and that the seal is intact on arrival.

Teabless builds its line around fragranced tea notes, with body lotions, hand cream, mists and scrubs sold under the same theme. Its marketing leans on plant-derived ingredients and irritation testing, but we found no published study data to back it.

We could not open individual customer reviews for this exact product during research, as the review pages were blocked from our tools, so we do not quote or paraphrase any individual review.

What we could see, via search summaries only, is that the Amazon US listing for the facial scrub showed a rating of about 4.7 out of 5 (review count not retrieved), and that social-media posts praise the jam-like texture, the scent, and a soft, refreshed feel. We found no Reddit r/AsianBeauty thread for it and no recurring complaint themes. Treat this as low-confidence and anecdotal.

Sustainability: recyclability instructions and refill options were not published. Rinse the empty pack and check your local recycling rules.

These are the questions we expect from the product's claims, answered from the declared ingredients and what we could verify.

Is it safe for sensitive skin?

The brand states it passed an irritation test and suits all skin types, but publishes no study details. It is a physical scrub with fragrance, so patch test first and consider a non-scrub foam if you flush easily.

Can I use it every day?

We do not recommend it. Two to three times a week is the ceiling for most skin, and daily use risks a damaged barrier.

Does it remove blackheads?

The brand claims so, but no evidence was published. It can lift loose surface debris, but it cannot dig out deep, established blackheads.

Is the tea actually in there?

Yes, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder is declared at 4,000 ppm (0.4%) and the seed oil is present, while the two leaf extracts are about 1 ppm each. The tea mainly works as a scrub particle and scent theme.

Is it good for fungal acne?

No. It contains Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil and Hydrogenated Lecithin, which fungal-acne checkers flag, so choose a different cleanser.

INCI

The standard international ingredient list printed on cosmetics, ordered by amount.

LHA

Short for lipo-hydroxy acid, here Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, a salicylic-acid derivative that dissolves in oil.

Physical exfoliant

Small particles that rub dead cells off the surface.

Surfactant

The cleaning molecule that lets oil and dirt rinse away with water.

Acid mantle

The thin, slightly acidic film on skin that protects the barrier.

Barrier

The outer skin layer that keeps water in and irritants out.

ppm

Parts per million; 10,000 ppm equals 1%.

Fairy dusting

Including a marketed ingredient at too low a level to do much.

Fungal acne

Itchy, uniform small bumps caused by a yeast (Malassezia) overgrowth, not bacteria.

PAO

Period After Opening, the number of months a product stays good once opened.

PIH

Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, brown marks left after irritation or a spot.

Every product sold by Adilsons Beauty is 100% genuine, sourced through authorized Korean distribution channels. Full details on our verification system: Authenticity and Trust.

Our team is available to help you build a routine, troubleshoot reactions, and answer ingredient questions. WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

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Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).

Processing and Timing: Orders process in 1-2 business days; usually ready by Day 3 for pickup by our delivery partners/regional team. Partner collection can take up to 1 week. After pickup, delivery typically takes 1-5 business days (weekdays only).

Express: May be available by region; request on WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

Liquids/Sensitive Items: Serums, toners, liquid makeup (and kits containing liquids) are pickup or door-to-door only; checkout enforces this.

Scheduling: Deliveries run by region on set schedules; we will contact you the evening before.

Pickup: Citadelle Mall pickup available.

Returns: No change-of-mind exchanges.

Refunds (Summary): For defective/damaged on receipt (report within 48h), wrong item, or manufacturing defect within 6 months. Refunds via bank transfer (7-10 business days); card refunds may incur a 5% processor fee (fee not charged for defects/order errors). Opened skincare/personal-care items are non-returnable (except if damaged on delivery).

Source of Truth: This is a quick snapshot. If anything differs, the policy pages are final.

Store Policies: For the most up-to-date information, please review our Shipping Policy and Refund Policy.

Best for: oily or combination, resilient skin with a healthy barrier that wants a once-or-twice-weekly polish and a pleasant tea-citrus scent in one rinse-off step. It suits people who already use daily SPF and a moisturizer.

Key benefits: soft cellulose and rice particles with 0.4% tea leaf powder, an amino-acid and betaine surfactant base, Panthenol, Glycerin and Ceramide NP for some support, and a light LHA touch.

Keep in mind: it is a physical scrub with fragrance, it is not suitable for fungal-acne-prone skin, and the headline blackhead claim has no published evidence. The marketed tea extracts are present at trace levels.

Hard water interaction: a calcium-stearate film forms when soap-based cleansers meet hard water. This formula uses non-soap surfactants and Disodium EDTA, a chelator that binds calcium, so it is more likely to be neutral or mildly helpful, although we have no test data.

Sweat and pollution film: in Mauritius humidity and during sugar cane burning season (July-November), a PM scrub night helps remove sweat and particulate film. Always follow it with a moisturizer and use SPF the next day.