Garden of Wisdom'sCrystal Body Polish and Exfoliator wash offers a unique and safer alternative to traditional body scrubs, providing gentle exfoliation and pleasant scents. Garden of Wisdom has taken the safety aspect of body exfoliators seriously and eliminated oils from the "typical" body wash to prevent slipping and falling in the shower. It's important to consider all aspects of product safety, including potential hazards that may not be immediately obvious. So, try this excellent exfoliating wash. Use it and be safe!
Method of Application You would apply this as you would any body gel cleanser. Allowing this to sit for a few minutes will really exfoliate the body. As always, enjoy!
Shelf Life and Storage Information for Our Products and Ingredients
Finished Products - generally don't need to be refrigerated as they are preserved, but you can refrigerate them to extend their shelf life. The shelf life for most products is 9-12 months. Vitamin C Serum(s) and VitaResurface products should continually be refrigerated to extend their shelf life. Sample Sizes - do have a shorter shelf life (generally 3-6 months), and items in jars can dry up quicker than this if the lid is not tightened well enough (Vitamin C Serums - use within 90 days).
Please Keep Your Products Out of Humidity, Heat, Direct Light and in a Dark Cabinet When Possible
Exfoliating Acid - products have a shelf life of 9-12 months. The only things we don't suggest refrigerating are the Mandelic Acid Serums or Salicylic Acid Serums, as they can crystallize in the refrigerator. If this happens, you can set the product into a hot water bath to see if the crystals will dissolve.
Additional Items That Require Refrigeration and/or Kept in the Dark
Hydrosols and Distillates - remove 1 ounce of hydrosol and add it to a separate, sterilized spray bottle and spritzer. Keep the larger bottle in the refrigerator. Carrier and Exotic Oils - generally refrigerate all carrier oils, although some very rich oils will solidify. This is fine. All you have to do is take the oil out, warm it up at room temperature, and it should liquefy. If not, set the bottle in a hot water bath and occasionally shake the bottle, which will hopefully turn into a liquid. Some oils, like coconut cream and jojoba oil, have a super long shelf life.
Refrigeration of The Following Ingredients is Not Necessary, But it Won't hurt
Essential Oils - essential oils are best stored in a cool, dark place. Co2 Extracts - these should continually be refrigerated. Butters - we suggest refrigerating our "skincare" butters. You can remove what you need and keep the rest in the fridge. Clays - keep in a dry, dark place. Shelf life is at least 2 years. Herbs All herbs <i>(whole or ground)</i> should be kept in a dark, cool, and dry location. Herbal (liquid) Extracts are created using grain alcohol. The alcohol pulls the constituents (properties) from each herb, root, trunk, leaf, and flower. They have a shelf life of 3-5 years. They can be stored in the refrigerator or a dark, dry place. Other Raw Ingredients - such as Sodium PCA, Honeyquat, Oat Beta Glucan, etc., will all have different shelf lives.
Spring Water Glycerin Soap soothing, gentle for sensitive skin
Sugar(Organic) natural, gentle exfoliant
Glycerin humectant, protects skin, draws moisture from the air
Lactic Acid gentle, effective exfoliant (in low percentage)
Seamollient marine-derived from Irish Moss (chrondus crispus), lends an improved feel to virtually any finished product, offers sustained skin moisturization
Honey Powder humectant, helps to hold hydration in the skin, gentle exfoliant
Corn Starch natural thickener
Optiphen(Phenoxyethanol (and) Caprylyl Glycol) preservative that does not contain parabens or lend itself to releasing formaldehyde
Cosmocil CQ (Polyaminopropyl Biguanide) very gentle preservative that does not contain parabens or lend itself to releasing formaldehyde
Flavors: Almond and Plum (BW-1): Essences of Almond and Plum
Chocolate Mint (BW-2): Chocolate Absolute and Mint
Essential Oil
Lavender, Rosemary and Ylang-Ylang (BW-3): Lavender Essential Oil, Rosemary Essential Oil, and Ylang-Ylang Essential Oil
Lemongrass Grapefruit (BW-5):
Lemongrass Essential Oil and Grapefruit Essential Oil
My mom has Alzheimers and wants to do her own showering. I used to worry that she wasn't soaping up enough. But with the crystal body wash, I can rub it on her back, arms, and legs while she's getting ready for the shower and know she's getting clean. It's a big relief and a real solution to a real problem. We also use the almond plum scent, which is lovely. I'm excited to try a few others.
So glad she is loving this! And that it helps your situation too! <3
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Becca
Save the drains!!!
Yay!!!! I do so love this body wash! I have dry skin that goes dull quickly so an exfoliating scrub has always been somewhere in my routine. My biggest gripe with scrubs is this: they are most all oil based and oil SHOULD NOT go down drains. We live on a septic system and as I don't want to pay lots of money to have it fixed, I do try to baby my drains and pipes. Because this is a chemical (lactic acid) and not a mechanical (like sugar-oil scrubs) exfoliation this scrub performs better, irritates my sensitive, dry skin less, and makes me feel much happier about not putting oil down the drain. Thank you Garden of Wisdom for this wonderful body wash! I am thoroughly in love with it. I have currently have the almond and plum essence but look forward to trying others. There is a lactic acid smell underneath the essence smell. I don't find it bad.. I enjoy knowing the lactic acid is in there.
Oh, and you should follow the instructions and put it on while your skin is dry and the shower is warming up. It a wonderful way to multitask.
I love that GOW offers such rare, natural items you can't find anywhere else
I love that GOW offers such rare items you can't find anywhere else. I have very sensitive skin/ type 2 rosacea. I cannot seem to use this directly on my face but I wash with water, then spray when wet a few sprays, let soak in for anti-aging, anti-bacterial benefits, gently press into skin, and wait a minute, then rinse, proceed with routine.
Hi Jennifer 😊
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted you appreciate our unique products and are finding a routine that works for your skin.
Your thoughtful review means a lot to us.
Stay radiant!
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A few weeks ago I purchased the Advance Peptide Nail Support Serum because my finger nails have vertical ridges. I am using the serum every night and I am seeing great results. I have tried many other products over the past couple of years and was about to give up until I found the Advance Peptide Nail Support Serum.
Patricia!!!
Thank you for this feedback. I love this product. It has smoothed out the ridges in my fingernails and is strengthening them as well.
I LOVE PEPTIDES.
Happy hands and nails to you...
Markey 👌
I love this Lavender Recovery Gel so much. Whenever my skin is irritated or healing from something like a popped pimple, I always reach for this recovery gel and it noticeably speeds up the healing process. If my skin is really irritated, I'll apply a layer before bed and cover it with a bandage overnight, and the difference by morning is amazing! I keep the 1 oz pump at home and the 0.25 oz size in my travel toiletry bag, so I'm never without it when I need it. This is a 10/10 product, please never stop making it!
Hi Rachel, thank you so much for your wonderful review! 💜
I love this serum myself, and I have never been fond of lavender,
so that says a lot!
Your loyalty means the world to us. We'll do our best to keep it available forever! 😊
I love how light and layer-able this hydragel is. The green tea and oat beta glucans are simple, but effective ingredients that just make sense together! This is a great addition to any skincare regimen.
Hi there!
This is such a great review, thank you!
This has become one of our top-selling products.
It's awesome to hear you love the light moisturizing it offers and find it perfect for your skin.
Thank you for sharing your experience!
Markey 😊
The one ounce bottle with the dropper was a convenient way to refill my bottle with the pump top
The one ounce bottle with the dropper was a convenient way to refill my bottle with the pump top. Absolutely love what this has been doing for my skin.
Bakuchiol (Sytenol®A) Botanic Facial Oil Booster
Karen Nagamoto
So far my skin likes this after spritzing with hydrosol. Then I mix a little with sweet almond oil to help seal it in. It doesn't clog my pores or make me break out like other products. Thank you!
I just tried the Pomegranate Super Fruit Hydrating Mist. Great scent. Great hydration for use throughout the day.
Super Fruit Hydrating Mist
Andrea Shapiro
Love how gentle it is on my sensitive skin
I've been using this cleanser for several months. Love how gentle it is on my sensitive skin.
Soothing Cleansing Gel 100% Soap Free
Matt Staton
I love this serum so much
I love this serum so much. I have sensitive skin, and use this once a week so it lasts a while, and it makes such a big difference. Smooths lines, cleans pores, and evens skin tone.
Mandelic Acid 5% Serum
Kim
Unclogs pores and smooths bumps
This product has unclogged my pores and smoothed the bumps on my cheeks. I have very sensitive skin and this did not irritate my face. It does not work overnight, you need to stick with it for a while but it worked for me!
Azelaic Acid 8% Serum
Kim
My skin's texture and firmness have improved
I have noticed that my skin's texture and firmness have improved since I have been using this product. The fine lines seem a little smoother and it does not irritate my skin.
Eternal Youth Elixir - Rejuvenation Formula
Lmuir
Superb for Soothing Sunburns
Love this. So simple but effective. I use it daily on my face as it soothes my sensitive skin. Whenever anyone in our family has had too much sun or a sunburn, we use this - it's incredibly soothing and hydrating. Even my picky kiddos happily put it on sun-parched skin.
Aloe Vera Inner Fillet Gel
Natali Hartley
Perfection :)
Love this product!! Especially during summer my skin just thrives with this! Not too thick or rich but leaves my skin happy and moisturized.
Wickedly Rich McDreamy Cream
Magdalena Manion
Work horse in my skin care routine
Work horse in my skin care routine. Have used for years. I spray a few sprays after cleansing on my face, neck, and chest, then use the extra moisture it provides to spread my serum. Resets the ph of my skin, makes everything feel more comfortable, and cost effective. Love it.
