Ingredient
Amber Powder
Succinite powder
Fossilized resin powder
What it is
Finely milled fossilized tree resin used as a mild physical exfoliant and novelty skincare ingredient.
How it works
The inert mineral-like particles mechanically buff away surface dead cells; claimed active benefits (such as succinic-acid release) are not substantiated at cosmetic use levels.
What it does
Exfoliant
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.