Burt's Bees Clear & Balanced Acne Scrub 4 oz — 1% Willow Bark Salicylic Acid, Soothing Cica Cream Exfoliator

Burt’s Bees Clear and Balanced Deep Cleansing Acne Scrub is a 4 oz facial cream exfoliator with willow bark-derived 1% salicylic acid and soothing Cica that unclogs pores and helps reduce acne without over-drying skin.

This gentle exfoliating cream is formulated to lift daily buildup, dead skin cells and excess oil while supporting calmer-feeling skin. The scrub combines willow bark extract (a natural source of salicylic acid) with responsibly sourced Cica to provide a balancing cleanse that targets breakout-prone areas. The formula is 99% natural origin and free from parabens, phthalates, petrolatum and SLS, offering a cleaner option for those seeking effective acne-targeted care from a veterinarian-recommended natural skin brand.

How does this scrub help clear pores without drying my skin?

The product uses willow bark extract containing 1% salicylic acid to gently exfoliate and loosen pore-clogging debris while the cream base and Cica help soothe and preserve skin moisture. This combination reduces the feeling of tightness that harsher scrubs can cause.

• 1% salicylic acid source from willow bark extract for gentle chemical exfoliation
• Cream texture provides hydration during exfoliation
• Cica (centella asiatica) included to calm and support skin barrier comfort
• Formulated to avoid over-drying ingredients like SLS or petrolatum

When and how should I use it in my skincare routine?

Use this exfoliating acne scrub as part of your cleansing step, up to once daily or a few times per week depending on tolerance. Apply to damp skin, massage gently focusing on breakouts or textured areas, then rinse thoroughly and follow with toner and moisturizer.

• Use on damp face—massage for 30–60 seconds, then rinse
• Start with 1–3 times weekly; increase slowly if tolerated
• Follow with non-comedogenic moisturizer and sun protection during daytime use
• Avoid mixing with multiple strong actives at once (retinoids/strong acids) until tolerance assessed

What skin types and concerns is this product best suited for?

The scrub is designed for acne-prone and combination skin that needs pore-clearing without aggressive stripping. People with oily, congested, or breakout-prone skin will find the willow bark salicylic action useful, while Cica supports those with irritation-prone skin seeking gentler care.

• Ideal for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin
• Helpful for visible texture, blackheads, and occasional breakouts
• Not recommended for very dry, cracked, or highly irritated skin without patch testing
• 99% natural origin formula with no parabens or phthalates

How is Burt’s Bees Clear and Balanced different from stronger medicated treatments?

This scrub offers a milder, nature-derived salicylic exfoliation paired with soothing botanicals rather than a clinical-strength spot medication. It aims to balance cleansing and comfort for regular use rather than act as a concentrated prescription replacement.

• Contains willow bark extract providing a natural salicylic source rather than synthetic high-dose actives
• Creamy exfoliant format reduces abrasive sensation compared to grit-based scrubs
• Formulated without harsh surfactants or known irritants like SLS
• Fits well into daily or routine maintenance rather than intensive spot treatment

Who is this for: Burt’s Bees Clear and Balanced Deep Cleansing Acne Scrub is for people seeking a gentler, plant-forward exfoliator to help clear congested pores and reduce breakouts without the drying side effects of harsher cleansers. It suits those who prefer mostly natural formulations and those building a balanced acne care routine who want to combine effective pore-clearing with calming ingredients. If you have severely inflamed acne or very sensitive skin, consult a dermatologist before adding any salicylic-containing product.

Ingredients

Active Ingredient: Salicylic acid (1.0%). Inactive ingredients: water, hydrogenated jojoba oil, stearic acid, crambe abyssinica seed oil, glycerin, vitis vinifera (grape) seed oil, cetyl alcohol, salix nigra (willow) bark extract, cocos nucifera (coconut) oil, beeswax, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, tocopherol, sucrose stearate, xanthan gum, citric acid, fragrance (natural fragrance), phenoxyethanol.