The most important ingredients

Salicylic acid

The only fat-soluble fruit acid (BHA) - can penetrate into the pores, where water-based acids cannot reach.

Function: Can unclog pores, clear blemishes and soothe irritated skin.

Jojoba oil

Actually a liquid wax, not an oil - very similar to the human skin's lipid layer.

Function: Can care for the skin without clogging pores and support the natural moisture balance.

Tea tree oil

Essential oil from the Australian tea tree - traditionally used for blemishes.

Function: Can have a clarifying effect and ease blemishes.

Application

2-3x per week onto the damp face apply and massage in circular motions. Rinse thoroughly.

Combines chemical and physical exfoliation for a more intensive exfoliation.

Frequently asked questions

What does physical-chemical dual exfoliation mean?

Two principles of action: the jojoba ester beads exfoliate mechanically, the salicylic acid dissolves blockages in the pores chemically.

Important: jojoba esters are round - unlike the sharp-edged particles in cheap scrubs (e.g. apricot kernel) that can cause micro-injuries.

Why are jojoba esters better than apricot kernel shells?

Jojoba esters are spherical and even - they roll over the skin and gently remove dead cells. Apricot kernel shells, on the other hand, are sharp-edged and can cause microscopically small scratches, so that your skin is irritated or damaged.

The Dual Action Scrub uses these round jojoba esters combined with salicylic acid (chemical exfoliation). This is the perfect duo: the physical component visibly removes dead cells, the chemical one dissolves pore blockages, so that the skin looks smooth and clear - without injuries.

How often may I use the Dual Action Scrub?

2 to 3 times a week is ideal. Not daily, because physical exfoliation can weaken the skin barrier if used too often. 2-3 times is enough to remove dead cells and clarify pores.

You can use the scrub instead of the Exfoliating Polish (which is also physical, but with magnesium crystals). If you already work with the Exfoliating Cleanser (with salicylic acid) in the morning, one application of the scrub a week is enough, so that you don't over-exfoliate.

Is the scrub suitable for sensitive skin?

Conditionally. It is milder than other mechanical scrubs, but still not ideal for very sensitive or inflamed skin. The combination of physical and chemical exfoliation is too intensive with rosacea or acute acne.

For sensitive skin I would recommend the Enzymatic Peel - it has zero mechanical friction and works only with papain and bromelain enzymes. If you try the scrub, test it once first and observe for 24 hours, so that you know how your skin reacts.

Can I use the Dual Action Scrub morning and evening?

No, only in the evening. The double exfoliation (mechanical + chemical) plus actives like tea tree oil make the skin somewhat more sensitive to environmental influences and UV radiation in the evening.

In the morning you use the Exfoliating Cleanser instead (gentler, daily exfoliation) and apply sunscreen immediately. This way you combine intensive care in the evening with daily exfoliation in the morning, so that your skin stays consistently clear - but not overwhelmed.

About the brand

ZO Skin Health was developed by Dr. Zein Obagi - one of the world's most renowned dermatologists, with over 35 years of research in Beverly Hills. His principle: the skin is not “repaired” from the outside; instead, the cells themselves are activated. Because collagen, elastin and cell renewal decline with age, ZO products work in a targeted way across different skin layers - as system skincare following established treatment protocols, not as a single product.

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Ingredients (INCI)

PEG-6, Synthetic Wax, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Glycerin, Lactic Acid, C20-40 Pareth-40, Salicylic Acid, Aqua, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 80, Sodium PCA, Candelilla Cera/Euphorbia Cerifera Wax/Cire de candelilla, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Ceteareth-20, Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil, Leontopodium Alpinum Meristem Cell Culture, Marrubium Vulgare Meristem Cell Culture, Parfum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lecithin, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Retinyl Palmitate, Ascorbic Acid, Polyethylene, Phenoxyethanol, Ultramarines (CI 77007)

Instructions for use

Test on a small area first for sensitive skin. Contains small amounts of vitamin A compounds (retinyl palmitate). Consult a doctor before use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Daytime sunscreen with at least SPF 30 recommended. For external use only.

Product Safety & Contact

NOVVIA GmbH ,

Am Lohmühlbach 17
85356 Freising
Deutschland
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info@NOVVIA.de , +49 8161 96994-0