This Grown Alchemist Resurfacing Targeted Body Cleanser is exactly what I was looking for. The older I get (I am 57), the more I have signs of sun damage and aging on my skin, especially my legs and arms. After using this body wash for several weeks with every shower, I can see visible improvement in skin tone and texture. My dark spots are fading and blending in more, my red undertones have calmed down, and my dry crepey skin texture has improved. It's almost hard to believe what a difference it has made. I don't have the matching lotion, but I'm going to order it, as Grown Alchemist says the two together work even better. I also love the scent of this body wash, which is botanical and almost woody. It doesn't take much to hit all of my trouble spots, I just squirt one pump onto a silicone scrubber and I'm good to go. Grown Alchemist is one of my favorite skincare brands, and this product does indeed perform well, just like all the other Grown Alchemist products I have tried. I am a big fan of this body wash, and I'll be back to buy more when my bottle runs out! Read more
This has a true gel texture and it stays that way in the shower. It does not suds very much, which works well for this kind of formula. The brand uses what they call octo acids, which is their blend of gentle exfoliating acids that help smooth and brighten the skin without any grit or harshness. They do the resurfacing work quietly in the background, so the low foam texture actually makes sense. The scent is different from the regular Grown Alchemist body cleansers I have used. Their standard body washes usually smell more botanical and aromatic, but this one leans earthy and slightly medicinal. I assume it is because this is a targeted resurfacing cleanser rather than one of their everyday aromatic formulas. The scent fits the treatment style of the product and does not linger once you rinse. My favorite way to use it is with a back scrubber, the kind with the two straps on each side. I apply the gel directly onto the scrubber and use it to cleanse my back, which is usually the area that gets the least attention. The combination of the gel, the mild acids, and the gentle exfoliation from the scrubber leaves my back feeling cleaner and smoother without any irritation. It is an easy way to give that area a little extra care. Even though it does not foam much, it rinses clean and leaves the skin feeling fresh rather than tight. The bottle has that minimalist apothecary look Grown Alchemist is known for, and the pump dispenses a steady amount so you do not waste product. If you like body care that leans into gentle resurfacing and visible smoothness without feeling abrasive, this fits right in. It leaves the skin looking more even and refined, especially on areas that benefit from a little extra attention. Read more
Between dry winter skin conditions and visiting family who have very hard water in their shower last weekend, my skin was so itchy! That is where Grown Alchemist Resurfacing Targeted Body Wash came to the rescue. But first I will tell you, this is definitely not your stereotypical body wash. Don't expect it to be super bubbly and lathery, because that's not what is designed for. Containing glycolic, lactic and salicylic acids, you're not going to get that kind of lather. What you are going to get is a wonderful thinner gel with a lovely tea tree sort of essence. And after a light scrub and rinse, it literally left my skin feeling silky smooth and still moist even after drying. So I can definitely attest to the exfoliation and resurfacing that removed that itchy layer left by hard water and winter weather. Normally I would slather on a bunch of body lotion afterwards, but I really didn't even feel like it needed it. So whether you have dry skin, clogged pores or just plain dull skin, I really implore you to try Grown Alchemist. It really surprised me at what a difference it made after my shower, and I have tried a lot of body washes. This bottle is worth every penny! If I could give it six stars, I would! Read more
I was actually really looking forward to trying this out because I've been enjoying trying different body care products and this sounded like something that I could really use. Grown Alchemist is known for producing high-quality products that feel luxurious and everything about this sounded great. However, after trying this I'm a little disappointed. First of all, I'm not a fan of the scent. I think that it smells like a health food store with a lemon juice spill on Aisle 7. I had a friend smell it and when I asked her to describe the scent she said (without hesitation) that it smelled like citrus and burnt tires. It smells slightly better in the shower than straight from the bottle but not much. I also don't like how my skin feels when I use this. It doesn't lather very well and it leaves my skin feeling slightly sticky and it reminds me of how my skin feels after using a cheap bar soap. I'm just not impressed with this and I definitely expected better. Read more
