Yum Scrub Organics Clear Skin Set

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About this product: Free Booklet, "Clear Skin Now: A Whole-Body Approach to Acne," is included in the set. The Oatmeal Face Wash, Argan Acne Serum, and Spot Treat combo is the natural and organic way to get your blemish prone skin back on track. +More

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Question: My 18 year old son has bad cystic acne, he has been off Accutane for about 2 weeks now and his acne is already coming back, is there anything you could suggest for him to try? See Answer ▾
Michelle (Muskegon, MI)

Answer: Hi, I can understand your frustration with the Accutane. One of my children was on it twice and the acne came back. Not only that, she had other severe side effects to it. Had I known then what I know now about Accutane I would never had agreed to her going on it. What we found that worked best was a natural approach. In fact our clear skin products were created with my daughter in mind. Our Clear Skin products are our most popular because we use only plant based ingredients with no fillers or unnecessary ingredients that can irritate acne prone skin. We also keep in mind with formulating our products that acne prone skin is as sensitive or even more sensitive than other skin types. Harsh ingredients can make acne worse because of a rebound effect. From our experience with my daughter's skin and with research, we found that diet and lifestyle play a large role in clearing skin of blemishes. Although, this is contrary to many doctors belief, many more doctors are finally coming on board with the idea that diet does play a large role in controlling and preventing acne. Some of the latest research shows that artificial hormones found in plastic, growth hormones given to animals, found in dairy, and in other sources exacerbate acne. Also, foods high in the glycemic index are shown to create an environment for the bacteria associated with acne. Both of these can also make the hormones in the body out of balance. Hormones play a large role in the development of acne as does inflammation. With acne, the body is out of balance, therefore it's important to bring the body back into balance. It does take patience and dedication though. Here are a few suggestions based on research and personal experience. Increase the amount of omega 3 fatty acid in the diet. Omega 3 fights inflammation and our body does not make it. Most Americans' diets are too high in omega 6 and 9, from meat and fried foods. Omega 3 fatty acids are found in fish, flax seed, chia seeds, fresh basil and dark green leafy vegetables. Reduce red meat (some people have to eliminate it from the diet). Only meat that is not produced in factory farming should be eaten. Factory farmed meat has added hormones and other medicines that get passed on. Smaller portions, 3 oz, is considered a normal serving, which is about the size of a deck of cards. Consider other sources of protein, such as quinoa. Eat fresh fruits and vegetables daily. Dark green leafy vegetables are especially important for healthy skin. Stay away from boxed foods, frozen foods, pizza, fast foods, and most definitely carbonated beverages. Exercise. Exercise is very important to maintain the health of the skin. One way it helps is by getting fresh-oxygenated blood to the skin. Remember, however, to gently cleanse the skin before and after exercising. Recent studies have also shown a connection between obesity and the increase of acne among American teens. Also add a form of meditation or some other activity to deal stress. Stress and negative emotions are other large contributors to the formation of blemishes. Drink plenty of pure water daily. Consider having your son take a digestive enzyme. Some studies show that the liver is heavily burdened in the case of acne. Accutane put a further burden on the liver; the liver processes chemicals that are in the body. This also means no alcohol. Alcohol is one of the worst things for acne prone skin. Reduce or eliminate consumption of as many chemicals as possible. Switch if you can to a diet of organic foods. If not possible, search online for those fresh vegetables/fruits that have the most chemicals from being sprayed and at least switch to eating these organic. Reduce or eliminate dairy from the diet. Dairy contains many hormones because cows are milked almost daily year round and some are given added hormones. Even organic milk can contain hormones because of the frequency of being milked. Organic fat-free milk contains the least amount of hormones. Consider seeing a qualified and licensed Naturopath. I have been going to a Naturopathic Doctor for years and have really benefited physically and emotionally from seeing one. Licensed Naturopaths also go to school for years and study the body; they differ from tradition MD in that they take a more holistic and natural approach to healing the whole body instead of just treating the symptoms of a disease. Alternative medical practitioners that some with acne have benefited from are accupuncturist, massage therapy, foot reflexogy. Find a qualified esthetician who has worked with acne prone skin; they can also be of great help in keeping the skin clear. Just don't feel obligated to buy the products they want to sell you at the end of the session. They may not be the best for the acne skin. And do your homework before making any appointment with an alternative medical practitioner. Make sure they are experiences, licensed or trained and have worked with clients who understand acne and in the case of a massage therapist understand the energy of the body. Keep the skin clean, but do not over scrub. Over cleansing can have a rebound effect that drying out the skin actually creates more oils. Have him change his pillowcase nightly if possible to reduce contact with additional bacteria that is on the pillowcase from his skin and hair. Make sure your son also has a thorough check-up with his doctor. Ask the doctor to check his hormone levels, check for diabetes, his weight, etc. You can also check out our blog yumscrubblog.com for more information and for skin-related recipes. In addition, our clear skin set comes with a booklet that goes into a bit more detail about the whole-body approach to clear skin. The ingredients in our clear skin products have been thoroughly researched and our products are meticulously formulated from 100% certified organic ingredients. While argan acne serum contains oil and it may seem counter intuitive to put oil on acne prone skin, the oil and ingredients are not the same oils that form on the skin. In addition, the skin needs a balance of oil. The essential oils are known for aiding in clear skin. And only a drop or two is massaged into the cleansed skin. Our face wash is made with all natural ingredients including herbs known to help skin. And our blemish spot treatment is made with essential oils known to help blemishes. Best of luck. And remind him, that he is much, much more than what is on the surface of the skin. Beauty does come from within.
Denise, Yum Scrub Organics (Gaithersburg, MD)

Qualities

Alcohol Free ▸ x No natural or added alcohol means the product won’t dry out hands, hair, or anything in between. Did you know? Alcohol in consumer products like shampoo and face wash can dry out and otherwise irritate skin. Alcohol can be found in mouthwashes and hand sanitizers where it is meant to kill germs, including the ones that cause bad breath. The alcohol content in certain products is so high it can cause someone to fail a breathalyzer test if ingested. · · ·	Made with Essential Oils ▸ x Natural aromatic oils obtained by steaming, distilling, or pressing botanical materials for either scenting or medicinal purposes. Did you know? Ever wonder why some essential oils can be costly? Consider that it takes half a ton of orange blossoms to extract just a pound of their oil! Essential oils are like relationships. Some, like citrus oils, fade after 6 months. Others, like sandalwood, actually improve with age. Think of essential oils as fine wines. Store yours in a cool dark place—a cabinet away from heat sources will suffice. Fun tip: For a natural air freshener, place a drop or two of your favorite oil on a cold light bulb. When you switch it on, the heat diffuses the scent. · · · ·
Biodegradable ▸ x The product or its components can be broken down by natural forces into the simplest possible molecules under commonly found conditions and in a reasonable length of time. Did you know? For something to be considered biodegradable it must completely break down and return to nature in a reasonably short time. The difference between biodegradable and compostable items is that when the latter breaks down it turns into compost, which can provide valuable nutrients to the soil. Different materials take different periods of time to biodegrade. Paper could take 2 to 5 weeks while plastic might take 5 years. Or even 100 years! There is now an array of biodegradable plastics on the market, including PLA. But not all bio-based plastics biodegrade. Just because something is biodegradable doesn’t mean it’s good. Some things that break down are hazardous. · · · · ·	Natural ▸ x Though natural has no government or official definition, we value the word. Greatly. To us it means purer, safer, from the earth. And that's not marketing hype, we promise. Our sellers do, too.
BPA Free ▸ x The product and/or its packaging is said not to contain the chemical bisphenol-A, which has been linked in various studies to endocrine system disruption, cancer, diabetes, and other conditions. Did you know? Some joke that BPA should stand for Big Profit Accumulation—eight billion pounds are manufactured annually and $700,000 worth is sold every hour! Thanks to all the BPA in consumer products and the environment, 93% of Americans have this chemical floating around in their bodies. People aren’t the only thing BPA is polluting. Because it’s used in thermal sales receipt paper (you know, the shiny stuff), most recycled paper is also contaminated. · · ·	Non-Toxic ▸ x Upholds stringent Abe’s Market standards for natural products. Must cause no adverse impacts on human or environmental health. Did you know? Non-toxic would be a non-issue in a cleaner world, but the dirty truth is that over 80,000 different chemicals are in use today, with another 2,000 or so materials introduced yearly. Many of these synthetic substances don’t pass the safety test. Research by the National Toxicology Program suggests that up 10% are carcinogens. Out of 2,800 substances used in amounts over a million tons in the U.S., only 7% or so have been fully studied for toxicity. Between 15% and 30% of us report reactions to the unhealthy ingredients found in common consumer products. · · · ·
Casein Free ▸ x Contains no casein, potentially allergenic proteins found in milk and dairy foods as well as products containing casein-based binders, emulsifiers, or stabilizers. Did you know? Casein is a protein found in milk. It shows up in various products from cheese to plastic to paint. Casein is one of two proteins found in cow’s milk that can trigger an allergy. Some people are allergic to it, others are allergic to whey. Still others are allergic to both. Vegans looking for cosmetics read labels to avoid casein, which is decidedly not vegan. · · ·	Organic ▸ x Products produced fully or primarily without employment of chemically formulated fertilizers, growth stimulants, antibiotics, or pesticides. Better for the planet? Yup. Better for you? You bet.
CFC Free ▸ x Did you know? Chlorofluorocarbons aka CFCs were first introduced in consumer products as refrigerants, propellants (think aerosol sprays), and certain solvents in the late 1800s. CFCs were commonly used because they are unreactive in the lower atmosphere. Unfortunately they’re extremely reactive in the upper atmosphere and breakdown the ozone layer. According to the EPA, concern about the ozone layer in the 1970s led several countries to ban the use of CFCs as aerosol propellants, including the U.S. But they were—and are—still used elsewhere and in other applications. · · ·	Paraben Free ▸ x No parabens, antibacterial chemical preservatives linked to cancer, endocrine disruption, neurological and immune effects, and other disorders. Did you know? Parabens are synthetic preservatives. There are many natural ways to preserve products without them. The FDA says parabens are the most widely used cosmetic and personal care preservatives. You may see them listed on labels as methylparaben, propylparaben and butylparaben. Parabens have been found in breast tumors but the FDA says they don’t cause cancer. Some of the preservatives used to replace parabens—including formaldehyde—are no safer for human health. Reading labels is always wise. · · · ·
Chlorine Free ▸ x No chlorine or chlorine-based chemicals like sodium hypochlorite are in the product.	Pesticide Free ▸ x No synthetic insecticides, herbicides, fungicides or rodenticides. Did you know? Unlike USDA organic, which has set rules about synthetic pesticide use, pesticide-free isn’t a third party certifiable claim. Not every producer can afford to get certified by the USDA so pesticide-free is an unregulated claim you sometimes see on small batch products. Pesticides can harm both humans and the environment—as well as the pests they’re meant to poison. There are health effects associated with specific pesticides and they contribute to water and soil pollution. Pests can develop resistance to pesticides. When this happens, more and more are employed. This is referred to as the “pesticide treadmill.” · · · ·
Concentrated ▸ x Water has been removed to create a lighter, more compact product that requires less room to store, less energy to ship, and lower quantities needed per use.	Petroleum Free ▸ x No ingredients derived from petroleum or petrochemicals. Did you know? Petroleum is used to make lipsticks shine, cream smooth, and to create a barrier on skin, among other things. When reading labels in an effort to avoid petroleum in your personal care products, don’t look for the word petroleum. It’s rarely listed this way. Keep an eye out for paraffin wax, mineral oil, petrolatum, and propylene glycol. Many scents and fragrances are also petroleum-derived. Proponents of avoiding petroleum in personal care products say it disrupts the way the body naturally detoxifies by not letting the skin breathe. Some say it also slows cell renewal rate and ages skin. · · ·
Cruelty Free ▸ x Generally indicates that no animal testing has been conducted for the product or its ingredients by the manufacturer, its laboratories, or its suppliers. Leaping Bunny also offers cruelty-free certification. Did you know? A little hopping bunny on a label means it has been third-party certified cruelty-free. This indicates there has been no testing on animals and no animals were harmed in making the product. Cruelty-free and vegan are not the same; vegan is an unregulated claim suggesting no animal byproducts are in the product. Cruelty-free covers animal testing. The European Union has a ban on animal testing (the first stage of which took effect in 2009, the next phase is due in 2013). We have no similar ban in the United States. · · ·	Phthalate Free ▸ x No phthalates, chemicals used as solvents, scent carriers, and plasticizers, linked to endocrine disruption, cancer, reproductive and other disorders. Did you know? Phthalates are actually easy to pronounce (THAL-ates) but can be hard to avoid. They’re common in soft plastics, synthetic fragrances, and conventional personal care items like nail polish. Vinyl items like toys and shower curtains like can contain up to 40% phthalates by weight! They’re worth trying to avoid as they’ve been linked to cancer, reproductive and developmental disorders, and organ and nervous system damage. Like many chemicals, phthalates can easily escape from whatever they’re in. When they do, they wind up in our bodies, where they resist decay and accumulate over time. The more we encounter, the more we get stuck with. Studies show that virtually every single man, woman, and child in America has phthalates in their body today. · · · ·
Dye and Color-Additive Free ▸ x No synthetic dyes, chemical food coloring, or other artificial colorants. Any color apparent in the product is naturally derived. Did you know? There are currently 7 petrochemical-derived artificial colors allowed in food today in the United States. Some of these are banned in other countries. Artificial coloring has been linked to adverse health effects. Certain food dyes have been known to trigger allergies and they have also been said to aggravate ADD and ADHD symptoms. Some companies make two kinds of the same food—one dyed for the U.S. market and one without banned dyes for the E.U. A widely noted example of this is Kraft’s macaroni and cheese. Natural foods tend to contain dyes derived from edible substances and plants including blueberries, carrots, and annatto. · · · ·	Safe for Septic Tank ▸ x Safe for use with a septic tank. Did you know? A septic system is a tricky thing. Whatever you flush has to be safe for use in them or things can backfire. Repairs are not cheap, depending on where you live and the condition of your system. Properly designed tanks can have enough space for up to 3 to 5 years’ safe accumulation of sludge. One-fourth of U.S. homes are said to use septic systems. Inadequately treated ones can case groundwater contamination. · · ·
Fair Trade ▸ x The farmers or workers who produced the product, its ingredients, and/or parts have been justly compensated for their work. Fair Trade certification is available from Fair Trade USA. Did you know? In 1988, coffee became the first product to receive official fair trade certification—further proof that everything worthwhile starts with a good cup of joe. It takes a lot of people to monitor this growing arena; there are currently 1,030 fair trade certified organizations working to ensure fair trade standards in 67 countries around the globe. Hungry for fair trade? You’re not alone. Food accounts for most fair trade imports. Based on paid premiums, coffee, cocoa, and fresh produce top the list. The first fair trade store in the U.S. opened in 1958. Consumers think fair trade is more than fair. In 2010, global sales hit almost $4.4 billion—a great thing for 3rd world farmers and artisans. · · · · ·	SLS Free ▸ x No sodium lauryl sulfate, a synthetic foaming and cleansing agent Did you know? Sodium lauryl sulfate (or SLS) is a detergent agent used in cleaners and personal care products that happens to make them satisfyingly foamy. Though it’s made by combining two common natural compounds, sulfate and lauric acid, SLS doesn’t play well with aquatic life. It can irritate fish and other creatures. SLS can also irritate skin in high concentrations or with prolonged contact. SLS is often confused with sodium laureth sulfate (SLES), which can be contaminated by 1,4 dioxane, a carcinogen. This may be why many believe SLS causes cancer. It doesn’t. But that hasn’t stopped the rumor mill from foaming about it. · · · ·
Fragrance Free ▸ x No added synthetic or natural fragrance agents or scents. Some unscented products may have a slight scent created by their other ingredients. Did you know? If you see the word “fragrance” on an ingredient list, this is just a placeholder. Fragrances are actually considered trade secrets, which means manufacturers don’t have to say what, exactly, they’re made from. So they don’t, but the mix of possibilities isn’t pretty. The National Academy of Sciences says that synthetic fragrances are neurotoxins that need serious study. Fragrances frequently contain toxic ingredients like phthalates. Natural essential oils are a far safer substitute. According to European authorities, one in every 50 people may suffer immune system damage from exposure to fragrances. · · · ·	Supports Charity ▸ x The seller gives a portion of every sale to a charity of their choice. Kind of makes you want to buy extra, doesn’t it?
GMO Free ▸ x No genetically modified or engineered organisms or ingredients derived from them. Claim can be verified by the Non-GMO Project. Did you know? Surveys show that over 90% of Americans think GM foods should be labeled. 53% say they wouldn’t buy food that’s been genetically modified. The thing is, most of us are already buying GM foods. 80% of processed foods contain GMOs and 88% of all U.S. corn, 95% of sugar beets, and 94% of our soy is genetically modified. Unlike the U.S., Most countries have just said no to GMOs. Nearly 50 have banned or significantly restricted GM crops. Just five nations grow 90% of the world’s GM crops: Argentina, Brazil, Canada, India, and the U.S. Most GMOs are altered to resist herbicides or bugs. One type of corn makes its own pesticides. Those pesticides are now showing up inside people. · · · · ·	Unscented
Hypoallergenic ▸ x This unregulated term suggests the product contains no known allergens, isn’t likely to cause adverse reactions, and has significantly lower reaction rates compared to similar non-hypoallergenic products.	Woman-Owned Business ▸ x The company producing the product is owned either wholly or in significant majority part by a woman or women. Did you know? Between 1997 and 2007, the number of women-owned businesses grew twice as fast as those started by men. A victory in the battle of the sexes? Still a ways to go... While women own 30% of privately held businesses, they’re only responsible for 13% of the sector’s employment. Women business owners do far more with much less. Studies show that they typically start with less capital than their male counterparts. They still manage to supply paychecks to 7.6 million employees. 7.2 million businesses in the U.S. are majority-owned by women. · · · ·
Made in the USA ▸ x The item has been produced or manufactured in the United States. Did you know? U.S. labor tends to be more expensive than labor elsewhere, so companies have outsourced their work in droves. The outsourcing of work means there are less manufacturing facilities stateside than there once were. Made in the USA has therefore become a point of pride, and not only in the auto industry. Labor conditions overseas—depending on the country—are often less safe than they are here in the USA, putting workers at risk. Many workers outside the U.S. aren’t paid living wages. Some countries present both slave and child labor concerns. · · · ·

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Ingredients

Oatmeal Facial Wash for Oily & Acne Prone Skin: , Certified Organic Ingredients: . sucrose, colloidal oatmeal, rice powder, aloe vera, rose, lavender, comfrey, angelica, rosehip, birch bark, turmeric & acacia gum. (4 oz), , Certified Argan Acne Serum:, oil: argan, essential oils: blue chamomile, clary sage, grapefruit, juniper, lavender, mandarin. (1 fl. oz.), , Certified Spot Treatment:, Organic Ingredients: palmarosa, niaouli, jojoba wax ester, lavender, grapefruit, cypress, peppermint, clary sage, & bergamot. (.34 fl. oz), , Nothing else added-nothing else needed. , , Like all our products these are all Paraben, Chemical, Soy, Gluten, Glycerin, and Mineral Oil Free, , made in USA: Littleton, CO 80125. No animal testing ever!

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