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Almond Face Scrub

Irene Forte

Almond Face Scrub

Irene Forte
Benefits
  • Exfoliating
  • Nourishing
  • Anti-Inflammatory
  • Antioxidant
The Irene Forte Almond Face Scrub is a nourishing scrub-mask that uses finely ground Almond and Hazelnut granules for gentle exfoliation. Enriched with Omega-Rich Oils and Soothing Plant Extracts, it leaves skin supple, smooth, and protected.
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The Irene Forte Almond Face Scrub is a nourishing scrub-mask that uses finely ground Almond and Hazelnut granules for gentle exfoliation. Enriched with Omega-Rich Oils and Soothing Plant Extracts, it leaves skin supple, smooth, and protected.
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50 ml

£100
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More Info

  • - + Who it is for
  • - + How to Apply
  • - + Ingredients
  • - + Smell & Texture
  • - + Who it is for
  • - + How to Apply
  • - + Ingredients
  • - + Smell & Texture
Who it is for
Green tick
For you if

Textured Skin

Flaky Skin

Dry Skin

Reactive Skin

Red Cross
Not For you if

Rosacea


Not sure? Consult an expert.

How to Apply
Lightly massage onto the face, neck and décolleté with slow circular motions; remove with warm water. Use 1-3 times per week, depending on skin type.
Ingredients

Scroll down the page for a full breakdown of the active ingredients.

Aqua, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Dicaprylyl Ether, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Persea Gratissima Oil*, Cetearyl Alcohol, Potassium Olivoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter*, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Panthenol, Hydrogenated Olive Oil, Glyceryl Oleate, Glyceryl Stearate, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil*, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Shell Powder, Corylus Avellana Shell Powder, Glycine Soja Oil, Oryzanol, Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lecithin, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tropolone, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Parfum**.

*Organic ingredients.

**Allergen-screened fragrance


Please note: The ingredients listed in this product are subject to change as the formulation is updated. We aim to update the INCI list as soon as possible, but we encourage you to read the ingredient list on the product itself to ensure it's suitable for your personal use.

Smell & Texture

Smells Like: Subtle natural scent with a hint of nuttiness

Texture: It has a creamy base with finely-ground almond granules.

The Benefits

  • - + Physical Exfoliation
  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Regenerating
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Antioxidant
Physical Exfoliation

Physical or manual exfoliation uses scrubbing agents like granules to gently loosen and remove accumulated dead skin cells and debris. As these dead cells are buffed away, your skin feels softer, smoother, and more radiant. Physical exfoliants offer fast and visible results after just one use, with even more noticeable improvements with regular use. This type of exfoliation is perfect for those with flaky, thickened, and congested skin.

  • - + Physical Exfoliation
  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Regenerating
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Antioxidant
Nourishing

Nourishing skincare focuses on providing a deeply comforting, soothing, and softening experience with richer product formats. Ingredients like oils and ceramides nourish your skin barrier, replenishing essential lipids and hydration to boost resilience and suppleness. These formulas leave your skin feeling nurtured and instantly improve rough texture. Well-nourished skin is less prone to dryness, dehydration, and sensitivity, giving you a more radiant and healthy appearance.

  • - + Physical Exfoliation
  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Regenerating
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Antioxidant
Regenerating

Regenerative benefits work to restore and renew your skin at a cellular level. By stimulating cell turnover and boosting collagen and elastin production, they help repair damage, diminish fine lines and wrinkles, and improve overall skin texture. The result is a rejuvenated, firmer, and more youthful complexion that radiates vitality.

  • - + Physical Exfoliation
  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Regenerating
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory

Anti-Inflammatory skincare soothes, heal, and balance your skin, the targeted actives are designed to reduce inflammation. Inflammation is your body's natural response to injury or irritation, but continuous inflammation can lead to troublesome skin conditions like acne, rosacea, or eczema. Our anti-inflammatory skincare solutions work to soothe and calm your skin, reducing redness, swelling, and discomfort to provide much-needed relief. By strengthening your skin's barrier, these products help protect against further irritation and damage. Additionally, the anti-inflammatory actives support your skin's natural healing processes, leading to a more balanced and resilient complexion.

  • - + Physical Exfoliation
  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Regenerating
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Antioxidant
Antioxidant

Antioxidant Protection shields your skin and preserves its youthful glow. It refers to a defence system that protects against harmful molecules and keeps your complexion healthy and radiant. Free radicals, those incredibly reactive molecules, come from everyday sources like sunlight, diet, smoking, and pollution. They attack healthy cells, accelerating skin ageing, causing wrinkles, loss of firmness, pigmentation, and dullness.

Incorporating antioxidants, such as vitamins C and E, into your skincare routine creates a protective shield on your skin. These powerful ingredients neutralise free radicals, preventing them from causing damage. The result is skin that stays youthful, firm, and luminous.

  • - + Physical Exfoliation
  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Regenerating
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Antioxidant

Active Ingredients

  • - + Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
  • - + Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate)
  • - + Vitamin E
  • - + Omega Rich Oils (3, 6, & 9)
  • - + Olive Oil Fractions
  • - + Almond & Hazelnut Granules
  • - + Rice Fractions
  • - + Aloe Leaf Juice
Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)

Panthenol, also known as Pro-vitamin B5, is a potent humectant renowned for its exceptional hydrating, repairing, and soothing qualities. When applied to the skin, Panthenol converts to Coenzyme A, an enzyme crucial for skin regeneration. Its versatile benefits and compatibility with all skin types make Panthenol a preferred choice for replenishing and fortifying dehydrated and compromised skin.

  • - + Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
  • - + Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate)
  • - + Vitamin E
  • - + Omega Rich Oils (3, 6, & 9)
  • - + Olive Oil Fractions
  • - + Almond & Hazelnut Granules
  • - + Rice Fractions
  • - + Aloe Leaf Juice
Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate)

Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid (LMW-HA) is a smaller, more penetrative form of hyaluronic acid. Unlike high molecular weight forms that primarily hydrate the skin’s surface, LMW-HA has the ability to penetrate deeper into the epidermis, where it attracts and binds water to maintain optimal moisture levels from within. This deep hydration helps improve skin elasticity, firmness, and smoothness, while reducing the appearance of fine lines and dehydration-induced wrinkles. Additionally, LMW-HA supports skin barrier repair and enhances overall suppleness, making the complexion look plumper and more resilient. It is ideal for dehydrated, dull, or mature skin, and especially those in need of long-lasting hydration and improved texture.

  • - + Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
  • - + Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate)
  • - + Vitamin E
  • - + Omega Rich Oils (3, 6, & 9)
  • - + Olive Oil Fractions
  • - + Almond & Hazelnut Granules
  • - + Rice Fractions
  • - + Aloe Leaf Juice
Vitamin E

Vitamin E is a powerful oil-soluble antioxidant renowned for its excellent skin-protecting and replenishing properties. It helps prevent premature ageing by safeguarding skin cell membranes from damaging free radicals. Its nourishing qualities strengthen the skin barrier, enhancing resilience against environmental aggressors and improving water retention by reducing trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL). Additionally, Vitamin E has soothing effect thanks to it anti-inflammatory properties.

  • - + Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
  • - + Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate)
  • - + Vitamin E
  • - + Omega Rich Oils (3, 6, & 9)
  • - + Olive Oil Fractions
  • - + Almond & Hazelnut Granules
  • - + Rice Fractions
  • - + Aloe Leaf Juice
Omega Rich Oils (3, 6, & 9)

Omega Rich Oils combine a variety of oils rich in Omega Fatty Acids (3, 6 & 9), essential for skin health, as our skin can only produce minimal amounts. These fatty acids penetrate between skin cells, enhancing the skin's barrier function, boosting water retention, and nourishing the skin. They also contain natural antioxidants that protect against UV-induced damage and slow down cellular ageing.

  • - + Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
  • - + Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate)
  • - + Vitamin E
  • - + Omega Rich Oils (3, 6, & 9)
  • - + Olive Oil Fractions
  • - + Almond & Hazelnut Granules
  • - + Rice Fractions
  • - + Aloe Leaf Juice
Olive Oil Fractions

Olive Oil Fractions are potent extracts from Olive Oil, packed with antioxidants, Squalane, and Phytosterols. This extract offers protective, nourishing, and soothing benefits. It also combats glycation, a process where sugars bind to proteins like collagen, preventing their breakdown and maintaining skin elasticity. Its versatility makes it suitable for all skin types, especially beneficial for dehydrated, weakened, and sensitive skin.

  • - + Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
  • - + Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate)
  • - + Vitamin E
  • - + Omega Rich Oils (3, 6, & 9)
  • - + Olive Oil Fractions
  • - + Almond & Hazelnut Granules
  • - + Rice Fractions
  • - + Aloe Leaf Juice
Almond & Hazelnut Granules

Almond and Hazelnut Granules function as physical exfoliants, gently removing dead skin cells and impurities to unveil smoother, softer skin. Their round, spherical shape ensures they are gentle on the skin whilst effectively exfoliating, leaving the skin rejuvenated and refreshed.

  • - + Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
  • - + Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate)
  • - + Vitamin E
  • - + Omega Rich Oils (3, 6, & 9)
  • - + Olive Oil Fractions
  • - + Almond & Hazelnut Granules
  • - + Rice Fractions
  • - + Aloe Leaf Juice
Rice Fractions

Rice fractions, extracted from Rice Bran Oil, contain potent antioxidants like Ferulic Acid and Phytosterols. Ferulic Acid provides skin protection and brightens the complexion. Additionally, Phytosterols mimic Cholesterol's structure in the lipid barrier, which enhances hydration, improves skin barrier function, and nourishes the skin. Cholesterol plays a vital role in maintaining skin integrity by helping to retain moisture, support the skin barrier against external stresses, and promote overall skin health and resilience.

  • - + Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
  • - + Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate)
  • - + Vitamin E
  • - + Omega Rich Oils (3, 6, & 9)
  • - + Olive Oil Fractions
  • - + Almond & Hazelnut Granules
  • - + Rice Fractions
  • - + Aloe Leaf Juice
Aloe Leaf Juice

Aloe Leaf Juice has a long history of use for its calming, anti-inflammatory, and moisturising effects on the skin. Its versatility makes it suitable for all skin types, especially beneficial for dehydrated, weakened, and sensitive skin.

  • - + Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
  • - + Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate)
  • - + Vitamin E
  • - + Omega Rich Oils (3, 6, & 9)
  • - + Olive Oil Fractions
  • - + Almond & Hazelnut Granules
  • - + Rice Fractions
  • - + Aloe Leaf Juice

Spotlight

Understanding Sensitive Skin

Sensitive skin is often misunderstood as a skin type when it’s actually a condition where the skin becomes easily reactive to environmental factors, products, or lifestyle changes. This can lead to redness, itching, dryness, or overall discomfort, making everyday skincare feel like a challenge. This heightened sensitivity is usually due to a weakened skin barrier, which leaves the skin more vulnerable to irritants and allergens. Common triggers can include harsh weather, certain skincare ingredients, and even stress, all of which can exacerbate the symptoms of sensitive skin. Sensitive skin occurs when the protective barrier that keeps moisture in and irritants out becomes compromised, making the skin more prone to reacting. This can result in a cycle of irritation and discomfort. To manage sensitivity, it’s essential to use gentle, soothing products that minimise potential irritants. Opting for fragrance-free formulas and calming ingredients like aloe vera, chamomile, and oat extract can help soothe and nurture the skin. Strengthening the skin barrier with moisturisers that support hydration and avoiding harsh treatments can gradually improve skin resilience and reduce sensitivity. With the right care, sensitive skin can feel calmer and more comfortable. Incorporating soothing products into your routine can help reduce redness and irritation, allowing your skin to look and feel more balanced. Over time, you’ll likely notice an improvement in your skin’s ability to tolerate everyday environmental stressors, bringing peace of mind and confidence. Caring for sensitive skin is all about choosing gentle, thoughtful products that work with your skin rather than against it. By focusing on strengthening your skin barrier and avoiding known irritants, you can help your skin become less reactive and more resilient. Embrace a nurturing approach to skincare, and enjoy the comfort of skin that feels soothed, protected and beautifully balanced.

Clinical Proofs

Clinical Proofs

In-Vivo: Clinically approved for sensitive skin.

* The above information has been supplied to the Embassy of Beauty by the brand manufacturer. Embassy of Beauty takes no responsibility for these claimed studies and or results.

Why I love it

  • "Irene Forte is like a Mediterranean diet for my skin. Ingredients from their family Sicilian farm ensure unmatched quality and efficacy."

    X Natalie K-F

    Founder, Embassy of Beauty

    • Irene's Forte Almond Face Scrub in green matte luxurious packaging
    Irene Forte

    Almond Face Scrub

    £100

    The Irene Forte Almond Face Scrub is a nourishing scrub-mask that uses finely ground Almond and Hazelnut granules for gentle exfoliation. Enriched with Omega-Rich Oils and Soothing Plant Extracts, it leaves skin supple, smooth, and protected.

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