A new addition (I believe) to the Body Shop For Men range is the Maca Root range of body products.

The Body Shop don’t have the purest products around (Compared to those available at Faithful To Nature), and they also tend to be brought in from around the world. The Maca Root Face Scrub uses Peruvian Maca Root and is produced in Hungary, and then imported to South Africa so it’s carbon footprint would probably be larger than something produced here in South Africa.

However, compared to other brands, The Body Shop does have some good things about it. They are against animal testing and support community trade  which provides valuable income to communities around the world.

Onto the product.

We all know that you (Yes, guys as well as girls) should be using a face scrub 1-2 times a week to give your skin a deeper clean than a regular face scrub would. It’s vital to do this in order to keep your skin in great condition and the Body Shops Maca Root Face Scrub is a treat.

Currently using, and enjoying the Maca Root Face Scrub

It’s made with Peruvian Maca Root and creatine which help boost the vitality of the skin, as well as firming and soothing the skin. The exfoliation comes in the form of crushed rice particles which do the heavy cleaning. Remember when using a face scrub, to let the scrub do the work. Rub it in gently, as harsh rubbing is damaging to the skin, especially those with sensitive skin.

It also contains Community Trade sesame oil which is a great moisturiser.

The Body Shop Maca Root Face Scrub is creamy in texture, roughened by the rice particles but all in all it is very soothing scrub to use and does not feel harsh at all. If anything, the creaminess of the scrub moisturises your skin while exfoliating it. It’s unlike regular store bought products that feel as if they are completely stripping your skin (The Nive For Men face scrub comes to mind, which I previously used) This Maca Root Face Scrub actually adds oils back into your skin and doesn’t leave it feeling tight and dry (Like Paris Hilton. Minus the tight I suppose)

I’ve used it twice after buying it last week and it really is a great product and has worked very effectively for me, applying the Trevarno Men’s Organic Moisturiser afterwards (Click HERE for that review)

The feel of it is natural and it has a very neutral smell which is fantastic. There is nothing worse than a face scrub that smells artificial.

At R90 for 125ml’s, it really is a great addittion to your weekly grooming routine. Considering that face scrubs last such a long time, R90 is very little at all, even in this recession!

The Body Shop For Men Maca Root Face Scrub comes highly recommended, and personally tested right here at SLXS.

Chicks dig guys with good skin, so it’s worth it.

There are other products in the Maca Root range For Men and available at The Body Shop. These products include the Maca Root Balancing Face Protector,  Maca Root Deodorant Stick,  Maca Root Energetic Face Protector, Maca Root Eye Serum, Maca Root Face Wash, Maca Root Razor Relief and the Maca Root Shave Cream.

There are Body Shop stores throughout Cape Town, inclusing ones at Cavendish Square, Canal Walk, V&A Waterfront and Constantia.

Click HERE for The Body Shop website in South Africa.

And remember, for R75 you can get your Body Shop card, which entitles you to 10% off every purchase for a year.

Sean Lloyd

Editor