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Volcanic Sand
Volcanic Sand
Provides the primary physical exfoliation, with fine mineral particles that polish the surface with controlled precision.
OVESSI BODY
The Grain : Volcanic Face & Body Scrub
volcanic face & body scrub
A creamy face and body scrub that polishes with Icelandic volcanic sand, buffers with a conditioning oil base, and leaves skin feeling smoother and more luminous.
$50
- Vegan and cruelty-free
- Made fresh once you order
- Dispatched within 2 working days
- Free US shipping over $75
Made fresh for you once you order · dispatched within 2 working days.
On the body
What this formula brings
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Icelandic volcanic sand polishes with precision
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Creamy oils condition as you exfoliate
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Skin feels smoother and more luminous
Why this exists
Physical exfoliants often fail because the particles are either too sharp and irregular or so fine that they do little at all. This formula is built around Icelandic volcanic sand, chosen for its naturally fine, round-edged structure that allows controlled polishing without the harsh feel associated with many scrubs. Rather than using abrasion alone, the base combines hydrogenated castor oil and sunflower seed oil so the skin is conditioned as the surface is refined. Lactic acid adds a mild secondary exfoliating layer, while a Nordic berry complex and vitamin E support the freshly polished surface. The result is a single scrub for face and body that aims to leave skin smoother, cleaner-looking, and more luminous without stripping it down.
Inside the formula
The key actives
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Nordic Berry Complex
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract · Fragaria Ananassa Fruit Extract · Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract · Rubus Chamaemorus Fruit Extract
Adds a fruit-derived antioxidant backbone to support freshly exfoliated skin.
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Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Forms the creamy emollient base that helps the scrub glide and conditions skin during use.
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Sunflower Seed Oil
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Adds further emollience and a softer feel as the formula works across face and body.
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Lactic Acid
Lactic Acid
Provides a mild chemical exfoliating layer to complement the physical polishing action.
On the body
Creamy and cushioned from the first touch. The particles feel evenly distributed, not scratchy or draggy. It rinses cleanly, leaving skin soft rather than stripped.
The application
How to use this
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Apply to damp skin
Massage a small amount onto damp face or body skin using light circular motions. Keep the pressure gentle and let the particles do the work.
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Work, then rinse
Continue for a short pass only, then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. The oil base helps it spread smoothly and wash away without a tight after-feel.
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Follow with care
After exfoliating, apply the rest of your ritual as usual. Give skin a little extra comfort afterwards, especially if you have used it on the face.
What to expect
On the body, over time
Day 1
Skin feels immediately smoother and more even after rinsing. The finish is cleaner-looking, with a softer touch and no heavy residue.
Week 1
With regular use, dullness begins to look reduced and the surface can appear more refined. Makeup and moisturiser may sit more evenly on the face.
Week 4
The skin can feel consistently smoother to the touch across face and body. The overall look is more luminous when the scrub is used as part of a steady ritual.
The deeper detail
The formulation, the provenance, the standard
Formulation
Hydrogenated Castor Oil forms the structural emollient base, creating the cream matrix that carries the volcanic sand particles in suspension. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride and Cetearyl Alcohol maintain the emulsion stability and contribute to the smooth, non-draggy texture during use. Glycerin, made using organic ingredients, provides surface hydration during contact.
Volcanic Sand is the primary exfoliating material. Sourced from Iceland, it is a naturally occurring mineral particle of volcanic origin with an inherently fine, round-edged structure that limits surface trauma during physical exfoliation. Kaolin reinforces the oil-absorbing quality of the rinse. Lactic Acid and Citric Acid bring the pH into a range that is favourable for skin compatibility and also provides mild keratolytic support.
The organic fruit complex : Blueberry, Strawberry, Raspberry, and Cloudberry : contributes polyphenol antioxidants that are particularly valuable on freshly exfoliated skin, which is transiently more sensitive to free-radical damage. Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, organically sourced, adds further emollient and antioxidant activity. Tocopherol (Vitamin E) stabilises the oil fraction and provides additional surface protection. Sodium Benzoate and Potassium Sorbate maintain preservation within the water phase.
Provenance
A small-batch boutique skincare house, made to order. Every bottle is formulated and filled within two working days of your order, then dispatched from the fulfilment centre closest to you : our European facility for United Kingdom and European Union customers, our United States facility for North American customers. Because every bottle is bottled to order, what arrives at your door is at the peak of its actives : nothing has been sitting against light, heat, or oxygen for months. Two-day production is the price of formulation freshness, and the boutique standard we hold ourselves to.
Cruelty-free. Vegan. Gluten free. Natural certified (Ecocert COSMOS Natural).
From our community
Reviews and reflections
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does the job
Use it on damp skin over shoulders and arms. Leaves things smoother in one go without feeling harsh.
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obsessed
Proper smooth and not scratchy, even on my eczema-prone skin. I used it before moisturising and my elbows felt softer straight away. Tiny bottle, but I’d still repurchase.
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Good on elbows
Been using it on elbows, knees and backs of my hands after a shower. The volcanic sand gives a really even polish and it doesn't feel rough, more like controlled buffing. Only knocked a star because the scent fades fast once rinsed, but the finish is excellent.
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Verified
Winter leg saver
First scrub that makes my legs feel smooth without that sandpaper aftermath. Works without stripping, even on shins and ankles.
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yes
Skin comes away clean but not tight.
Every OVESSI order is prepared once you place it. Your order is filled, sealed and labelled for you, then dispatched within 2 working days. Nothing waits on a warehouse shelf.
- ✦Made fresh
- ○ 2-day dispatch
- →UK 3 to 7 / EU 5 to 10 / US 2 to 5 days
In case you wondered
Frequently asked
Can I use this on both face and body?
Yes. It is designed as a single scrub for both areas, with a creamy base that helps it move comfortably across the skin.
How often should I use it?
Most skin types will do best with one to three uses a week. If your skin is more delicate, start less often and adjust by feel.
Is it harsh like many physical scrubs?
It is formulated around fine Icelandic volcanic sand and a conditioning oil base, so it is designed to polish without feeling overly abrasive.
Can I use it with other exfoliating products?
Yes, but keep the overall exfoliation load sensible. If you use acids or retinoids elsewhere in your ritual, start gently and avoid overdoing it.
Will it leave my skin feeling dry?
The base includes emollients and humectants to help buffer the exfoliation, so it should leave skin feeling soft rather than stripped.
When will my order arrive?
We start preparing your order once it is placed and dispatch within 2 business days. From dispatch, delivery is UK 3 to 7 business days, EU 5 to 10 business days, US 2 to 5 business days.
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