The 11 Best Exfoliating Face Scrubs in 2026

Sometimes you just really need a physical scrub to get rid of that extra dry skin and pore-clogging debris.

The best exfoliating face scrubs are gentle enough not to damage your skin but will leave it feeling silky smooth.

Loaded with acne-fighting and antibacterial ingredients, these face exfoliator scrubs will certainly help those experiencing skin troubles.

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Looking for the best exfoliating face scrub that goes easy on the environment? Theasap daily exfoliating facial scrub 200ml truly does it all while reducing environmental impact with this dual-action exfoliator. Using gentle, biodegradable micro-beads in place of harmful plastic, you can rinse away excess dead skin with this face scrub without worrying about how your routine affects wildlife.

These gentle micro-beads slough away dead skin physically while Glycolic Acid, a chemical exfoliant Alpha-Hydroxy Acid, gently smooths skin by loosening dead skin cells for seriously glowing complexion. Trade the scratchy, harmful exfoliator scrubs of your youth for a grown-up option that does more than just scrub. Ideal for those with skin texture, breakouts, and uneven skin tone. Ensure you wear a sunscreen while getting your glow on with this face scrub, as Glycolic acid can cause sun sensitivity.

Get glowing with natural botanicals with Skinstitut Glycolic Scrub 14%. Best for those who have used acids before and know their skin can stand up to some serious exfoliation, this killer face scrub uses a dual-action approach to sloughing away dead skin with a potent 14% Glycolic acid.

While Glycolic acid works to exfoliate at a deeper level, Jojoba beads serve as a physical exfoliant, scrubbing away dead skin gently to reduce irritation while refreshing your complexion. A great choice for those with breakouts or acne scars, this non-abrasive scrub is fortified with tea tree oil, a natural antibacterial and brightener, for even more botanical skin-saving goodness. Ensure you’re wearing sunscreen while using this product, as Glycolic acid can cause sun sensitivity.

Dry, sensitive skins will feel comfy, cosy, and fresh with Jurlique Daily Exfoliating Cream 100ml. A soft, gentle cream suitable for daily use, simply smooth on this luxe concoction and massage into skin in slow circular motions to loosen and sweep away dead skin cells, excess oil, and bacteria for a brighter, more even complexion in minutes.

Formulated with skin-soothing Almonds, Oats, and naturally antibacterial Honey, skin is comforted throughout exfoliation. Rose, Green Tea, Chamomile, and Marshmallow refine and soothe while hydrating Grape Seed and clarifying Daisy round out this truly luxe exfoliating cream. Perfect for those with dry, sensitive skin, this non-scrubby scrub is ideal for those with serious inflammation and breakouts who still need an exfoliating boost- without the burn.

Alpha-H, an industry leader in exfoliation that works for all skins, brings their unique botanical approach to high-quality, scientific skincare with the Alpha-H Micro Super Scrub with 12% Glycolic Acid 100ml

This gentle, yet effective scrub helps to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and uneven skin tone. Plus, it's a great way to combat acne and blackheads. The Micro Super Scrub also has natural ingredients like Aloe Vera and Vitamin E to help soothe and nourish your skin. It's easy to use and leaves your skin feeling refreshed, smooth, and rejuvenated.

Take it from the experts at Dermalogica- exfoliating daily doesn’t have to be a pain. Dermalogica’s well-loved cult classic Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant is your new favourite daily exfoliator, providing gentle removal of excess dead skin cells without stripping the skin or causing irritation. This silky rice-based powder formula is infused with exfoliating plant extracts and enzymes, gently eating away at dead skin and excess oil on the skin’s surface to refresh and renew your complexion with daily use.

The botanicals and enzymes work in perfect harmony with the lightly exfoliating rice powder base to improve skin tone, texture, and minimise breakouts and scarring for a unique resurfacer that won’t result in irritated, dried-out skin. Ideal for those looking to fight uneven tone, texture, breakouts and scarring on a daily basis. Ensure you’re protected with sunscreen when using this product, as enzymes can cause skin to become more sun sensitive than normal.

This chemical and physical exfoliant hybrid is a powerhouse that provides efficient results. Benefiting from the combination of natural Jojoba Grains, as well as Salicylic and Mandelic Acids, this exfoliant leaves skin bright and smooth. Dead skin is scoured from the surface, while your pores are cleared and cleansed.

Medik8 Pore Refining Scrub 75ml  also works to tighten your pores, and provide the skin with a healthy glow. With a light honeysuckle smell this cream is light and refreshing to use on a regular basis, for a radiant and smooth complexion. Suitable for all skin types, this scrub is a real all rounder.

Love the Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant, but looking for an extra boost for those particularly clogged pore days? Dermalogica has you covered there as well with the Dermalogica Daily Superfoliant, a heavy duty twist on the classic Microfoliant with an added dose of skin-sloughing power. The Daily Superfoliant contains all the great gentle ingredients of the Daily Microfoliant with the addition of Alpha Hydroxy Acids, boosting the classic powder & enzyme formula to create a truly unique triple-action exfoliator.

These high potency actives slough away dead skin cells for a complexion that seriously glows - without irritation. Ensure you rock a sunscreen when using this daily exfoliator, as acids and enzymes can cause sun sensitivity.

Stop acne and pigmentation in its’ tracks with Murad Age Reform AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser 200ml. This seriously refining formula from the experts at Murad, a name well-known worldwide for its’ clinical in-home skincare solutions, crushes uneven tone, texture, pimples, and scarring in seconds. This unique triple-action exfoliator uses Lactic and Glycolic acids to exfoliate on the skin’s surface while Salicylic acid exfoliates within the pores, penetrating deep into skin to remove dead skin cells and excess oil that can cause acne.

This potent exfoliator works head to toe, combating stubborn bumps and breakouts on the body as well as the face for a full-body refresh. Best used two to three times a week, this product is ideal for all skin types, though those with easily irritated skin may want to limit use to one to two times a week. Like any other acid product, be sure to use sunscreen when using this product to combat sun sensitivity from the use of acids.

Leave blackheads in the past with Clinique Blackhead Solutions 7 Day Deep Pore Cleanse & Scrub 125ml . A unique exfoliating formula, this exfoliator works as both a scrub and mask to uncork stubborn clogged pores and smooth the surface of the skin for an even, glowing complexion. Salicylic acid, the main active in this product, is blended with Glucosamine to exfoliate deep within the pores, removing dead skin cells, excess oil, and bacteria to rid skin of breakouts and blackheads without a trip to the spa.

This oily skin saver also includes Silica, Kaolin Clay and Laminaria Saccharina Extract, which attract and absorb excess oil, dirt, and debris to leave skin fresh, bright, and thoroughly cleansed while Vitamin E soothes, minimising irritation. A perfect choice for those with oily, breakout or blackhead prone skin, ensure you’re using a sunscreen with this product to minimise sun sensitivity that can come with using acid exfoliators.

When it comes to all-natural effective exfoliators, you can’t do much better than Vanessa Megan Prebiotic + C Skin Polishing Exfoliating Powder. A gentle cream formula, this nourishing scrub is formulated with Yoghurt, Grapefruit Extract, and Rice Enzymes to gently slough away dead skin while soothing and cooling the skin’s surface to minimise irritation. 

Prebiotics minimise redness and inflammation while grapefruit, rich in Vitamin C, helps to fight environmental damage and irritants, leaving skin bright, smooth, and even. A great option for those looking for daily exfoliation without drying or stripping the skin. Those with dry, irritated, or acne-prone skin will love this calming formula. To protect skin ensure you wear sunscreen during the day when using this product.

Harness the power of natural fruit enzymes for exfoliation with Ella Bache Revealing Fruit Enzyme Exfoliant . Rich in natural bio-actives, this dual action exfoliator blends the skin-refining power of fruit enzymes with pore-clearing Salicylic acid for a deep clean that leaves skin smooth, polished, and radiant. This powerful formula does all the work of more intensive exfoliators without the sting that can sometimes occur when scrubbing more sensitive skin, helping you achieve a gorgeous, clear complexion with minimal discomfort.

Anti-inflammatory Licorice extract helps maintain that smooth, calm complexion, minimising redness and inflammation and infusing skin with luminosity, while additional hydrators preserve moisture. Perfect for more sensitive skins, it’s recommended that all skin types work this product into their routine gently, about once a week at first, to help skin adjust. Always use a sunscreen when using this product, as enzymes and acids can cause sun sensitivity.