Where the Black Sugar Mask Wash Off delivers a lighter, more frequent exfoliation experience, the Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X is the deeper treatment. The 2X in the name refers to its dual-action exfoliation approach, combining physical exfoliation from unrefined black sugar granules with the chemical exfoliating properties of naturally occurring glycolic acid found in those same granules, giving the skin a more thorough, more visible renewal in a single use. This is Skinfood's original bestselling scrub, refined over decades and built on the same food-first philosophy the brand has held since 1957. The formula is dense, deeply nourishing, and rich with botanical oils including Macadamia Seed Oil, Evening Primrose Oil, and Jojoba Oil, which prevent the exfoliation process from over-stripping the skin's natural lipid layer. Black Sugar Extract delivers its glycolic acid activity while simultaneously drawing in moisture, making this one of the few scrubs that leaves skin feeling deeply conditioned rather than tight or raw after use. The darker, richer colour of the formula compared to the Mask Wash Off reflects the higher concentration of black sugar used throughout, and the result after rinsing is a complexion that is measurably smoother, more even, and noticeably more receptive to the skincare that follows. Best used once or twice a week as an intensive exfoliation treatment.

How to Use

After cleansing, apply an appropriate amount to slightly damp skin. Massage in circular motions for 2 to 3 minutes, focusing on areas of rough texture, congestion, or uneven tone. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Use once or twice a week for best results. Follow with toner and moisturiser. Not recommended for daily use or highly reactive skin.

Key Benefits

2X dual-action exfoliation combining physical black sugar granules and naturally occurring glycolic acid for deeper, more visible skin renewal | Higher concentration of black sugar than the Mask Wash Off for a more intensive treatment | Macadamia Seed Oil, Evening Primrose Oil, and Jojoba Oil nourish and protect the skin's lipid barrier during exfoliation | Black Sugar Extract draws in moisture while exfoliating for a conditioned rather than stripped after-feel | Leaves skin noticeably smoother, more even, and more luminous after each use | Improves skin's ability to absorb toner, serum, and moisturiser after exfoliation | Dermatologically tested, suitable for most skin types | Made in South Korea by Skinfood, Korea's pioneering food-powered skincare brand since 1957

Certifications: Dermatologically Tested | Made in South Korea | Korean Skincare