Buddy Scrub Charcoal review

This was a product I received to review so thankyou BR. I love body scrubs so was super excited to try out one that was all natural and made close to home (yes australia counts as close to home).

This shower scrub comes in the typical bag packaging which seems to be the preferred choice for shower scrubs. The bag is waterproof which is great for the shower and has a zip lock styled seal as well as a metallic looking lining on the inside.

The shower scrub could be described as a loose, damp sugar. Its a grey coloured sugar (because of the charcoal) and smells like peppermint. From first impressions, I did like how the product looked, but did think it could be a bit wetter (if that makes sense).

I use this scrub by getting a handful and rubbing it over my skin. If i use this on damp skin, the scrub is slightly rough at first, and then becomes gentle because the sugar starts to dissolve. If i wanted a rougher scrub the whole way through i would use it on drier skin (which isn't something I would really do)

I find this scrub gives my skin a gentle scrub and leaves behind a trace of moisture, but no greasiness which is nice . I do find i have a bit of fallout with this product because it is a loose sugar mix, but its not a big deal and if I am careful its not much at all. I also find the charcoal aspect of this scrub almost.. sticks to my skin so i have to make sure i wash my skin thoroughly with water afterwards. The last negative I have is that this product is a bit on an inconvenience because it says to use dry hands to get the product out of the bag. I understand why because the sugar will dissolve when it gets wet, but c'mon! If i am in a shower using a scrub, the chances that my hands will be wet are pretty high, and I'm too lazy to dry my hands before using this scrub (sad but true).

Overall, this scrub is nice but it didn't do anything amazing to my skin, and its not something I would rush out to repurchase. Great if you are looking for a natural product though

Buddy Scrub's packaging says it is "your friend with benefits" but I'm not feeling the love. Not hating exactly either, just...neutral and lukewarm. I was sent the Buddy Scrub with activated charcoal to trial. First it was going to exfoliate my skin with sea salt and sugar. I was expecting my skin to feel smoother afterwards but didn't notice much difference. Likewise with the supposed wonders to my skin after nourishing with activated charcoal and coconut oil. While the product was a bit moist, there didn't seem to be any obvious oil so I'm not sure where that and the jojoba and grape seed oil were. In the pack there's a slight peppermint musty smell but I couldn't smell anything once it was on in the shower. I had thought perhaps the charcoal would leave a mess in the shower but the consistency is like sugar and washes away easily. I think it could work as a hand scrub after gardening but really didn't see that the claims made on the packaging were true or noticed any difference on my body. Having said that, it isn't unpleasant but I'd rather use a product that did make a difference.

I really wanted to like this Buddy Charcoal Scrub, as I've had awesome experiences with similar scrubs in the past, but unfortunately this one just did not make the cut for me!

The idea is great - charcoal, sea salt and sugar to exfoliate and nourish skin. The packaging is practical, and the labelling is quirky with its sexy-conversational style. But the product itself simply wasn't that nice.

The scrub is black, as it's charcoal-based, and does feel good on the skin, leaving it soft. However, it makes a total mess of your shower, and also I found it leaves big grey blotches on the skin! Not great. I had to remove these blotches using a loofah and body wash after washing off the scrub. Also, the smell of this product wasn't very pleasant - quite strong, and I just couldn't get past the fireplace-esque scent. Some people would probably love this product, but sadly I'm just not one of them.

This scrub is amazing! It leaves your skin feeling super silky, smooth and really hydrated. This is the first (and only) charcoal scrub I have used and I am pleased with the results. When I came out of the shower and dried myself my skin felt really soft and hydrated, not dry at all. It was like I had already moisturised my body as well. This scrub was really gentle on your skin, but at the same time was still grainy enough to exfoliate your skin. I have sensitive skin as well and didn't have any reactions to this product. The scrub itself looks like black sand, tiny black and grey speckled grains. I also love that this scrub is made of all natural ingredients.

I thought this scrub would be a bit messy too, but it wasn't at all. I mean every scrub is a little bit messy as you're running grains all over your body that have to be rinsed off, but it wasn't messier than usual a normal body scrub. I thought being charcoal, the smell would be awful and strong but it had a minty smell. The black colour also doesn't rub off on your skin either. Once you've rinsed the scrub off your body, you are left all clean and fresh and there's no black residue left.

You really only need a tiny bit too, so about a teaspoon of the scrub was enough for my whole body. So this packet will last a while. I only use this once or twice a week too. It helps to use this when your body is still wet, so I apply this after I've soaped. I then put rub the scrub in circular motions with my hands all over my body then rinse off in the shower. You don't need a loofah or sponge to apply the scrub.

This scrub comes in a sealed bag/package. It is water proof but you have to make sure to seal the bag really well after each use to prevent any water getting in. I find the bag a bit awkward to use as it can be hard to get the product out. I either have to tip the bag and try and shake out the amount product I want, or put my whole hand in the bag to grab some out which usually causes a bit of water getting in the bag too. I therefore like to empty some of the scrub out into a separate container (I'm using an empty body shop body butter container) and leave that container in the shower.

Overall I really like this product and find it really effective. It not only removes all the dead skin and bacteria but leaves your skin feeling soft and silky and hydrated. I would definitely recommend this to others, especially those with dry skin.

Firstly I really liked the packaging of this product, it's an easy to read.. easy to open pouch. You simply open rip off the tab at the top to open, exposing the easy seal ziplock closure which keeps the product sealed from water (as per the instructions on the packaging, you do not want to get water inside) & spills. The contents is vacuum sealed inside so once opened, the contents becomes loose & pliable. The packaging was also very clean, easy to read and I found the font/colour options very attractive and the blurb on the back of the packaging was very witty & playful... Who doesn't want to be called "gorgeous" & be romanced? Buddy Scrub is definitely a friend with benefits. To be honest the first sniff of the product (after opening the packaging) wasn't to my liking, it smelt like a mix of paint & mint, however I proceeded with jumping in the shower and getting wet as per the instructions. I used a wooden teaspoon to remove some of the product and placed it on various body areas using gentle motions, I noticed that the mixture wasn't as gritty & course like other scrubs I had used and the sugar/sea salt/charcoal completely dissolved into a smooth creamy paste that was really pleasurable & my skin felt instantly refreshed like it just took a long cool drink of water. By now the smell had become more bearable, I waited 5 minutes as the scrub worked it's magic... thinking to myself how easy the application was and how it didn't rub my skin raw like other products. I did a bad thing baby, I stepped out of the shower to get something and as I stepped back in I nearly slipped over... I can only assume that it was from the scrub that I had used on the top of my feet which had come in contact with the water as I stepped back in... So perhaps be careful if you have a plastic floored shower like I do. Other than that little accident, washing off the scrub was very easy and there was no mess in the shower to clean up... Obvious that the scrub had completely exfoliated my skin leaving it feeling beautiful & soft, free of any dead skin. I've noticed that my skin has been nourished & softened since using Buddy Scrub, particularly my legs since they are prone to dryness... I haven't had to moisturize them daily and the visible dry lines I had prior have visually diminished. I also used the product to exfoliate my face and have since noticed that my skin has been clearer with little to no blemishes and less oily. I really love that this product is all natural, cruelty free & chemical free as well as having some really gorgeous ingredients like coconut oil, kaolin clay, vitamin E, jojoba oil, grape seed oil... bonus being that is it suitable for all skin types. I would love to give it a solid 5/5 for whether I would use it again, but I don't think I would use this particular "flavour" again mostly due to the fact I can't stand the smell but I can't wait to try Buddy Scrubs other scrubs.. Raw Cacao & Green Tea, they are definitely on my wishlist.

First impression: I liked the simple colours used in the packaging and the personal way the text "talks" to you. Although, it does feel rather like a rip-off Frank scrub type of instructions. Most scrubs now have the sexy way of explaining how to use it and it isn't very original any more.

I really liked how it comes in a resealable pouch so you can ensure no water will get inside it. As it says not to get any water in it, it is very easy to just pour it into your hands.

It doesn't have a very strong smell which I enjoyed as it felt fresh and not laden with chemicals and perfumes.

I was worried about being left with black marks all over my skin which has happened before with a previous scrub but to my relief it washed away perfectly.

It is very grainy which feels amazing when I am rubbing it on my skin. I used it all over (except for my face as I have very sensitive skin) and gradually the big grains in it melted leaving my skin deliciously soft. It felt very refreshing and had a slight minty tingle. I felt very clean and soft.

I would definitely use this again. My skin felt hydrated and moisturized - especially after putting on my favorite moisturizer.

I first saw Buddy on the BR home page as a trial opportunity. Intrigued I had to know more. The description of Buddy made him come to life and his personality was something I could get on board with. He sounded fun and flirty! I was even more stoked to see Buddy in the vault, as I knew that was my best chance of getting a hold of him.

Buddy comes in a simple white baggie with a ziplock top, perfect for keeping out the moist and wetness from the environment. At first I thought it was a coffee scrub but I do think I am mistaken, and I think it is just a charcoal and sugar scrub. It's surprisingly gentle for a scrub but it's not so soft it doesn't scrub. It also smells like peppermint candy canes, and it's a really big plus for me.

Buddy claims to reach all parts of my body, and it's true to an extent - but Buddy can only reach everywhere I can reach, so sadly stupid bits like my back get missed completely. I need to invite someone else to the shower to help!

When I tried it on my hands it felt slightly drying, but on my body in the shower it was the most delicious feeling ever. I smelled like a giant candy cane! The sugar somewhat dissolved on my wet skin and left me covered in a grey sheen which made me feel like the lake monster. Rinsing was easy, Buddy just slid off my body, and true to his word he left my skin feeling clean and bright. It was also glowing and so unbelievably soft.

There was a few bits of grey left over that I missed from rinsing but that's nothing. Buddy is lovely and I do like to use him. And I think I would repurchase him too!

When I first read about Buddy, he sounded a little pervy. I was wary. Then I saw him in the Vault, and I was attracted.

This is a charcoal/sugar scrub. so good for your skin! Wet yourself, then cover yourself in this – but don’t let water get into the pack, and scrub away, then rinse off. Yes, this is as tricky as it sounds. I don’t know about your house, but even if I turn my shower off for a few seconds, when I turn it on again there is a short blast of cold which can feel like an arctic shower. On the other hand, I can’t stand the thought of the scrub all over the bathroom floor. I have to admit, I haven’t been treating my new buddy well, and am very haphazard when I use it. But it is wonderful, gentle exfoliation coupled with peppermint oil, makes me feel pampered.

Here we go, another exfoliator - I thought but wow, this stuff is gorgeous. I did it in the shower and it spread well, smelled refreshing (I love peppermint) and the most surprising thing of all was that it was really moisturizing! I have bumpy skin and child related stretch marks and my whole body felt smooth after the shower and for hours afterwards. I didn't moisturize after just to see what would happen and honestly when I find this product Im going to start buying it for bday and xmas gifts. Love it.