ETUDE Baking Powder Crunch Pore Scrub – 0.25 fl oz x24 Pouches + Tube, 43.5% Baking Powder, Cooling Exfoliant

ETUDE Baking Powder Crunch Pore Scrub is a dual-format Korean facial scrub with micro baking powder granules (43.5%) that exfoliate and a menthol derivative that creates an immediate cooling, pore-tightening sensation.

This two-in-one pore scrub from ETUDE combines mechanical exfoliation and a cooling finish in both home and travel-friendly packaging. Formulated with micro-sized baking powder particles for lifting dead skin and surface impurities, it aims to refine texture and reduce the look of clogged pores while providing a refreshing tingle on contact. The product set includes a tube for routine use and 24 single-use pouches for convenient, hygienic travel or sampling.

How does the baking powder exfoliate without over-drying?

The formula uses finely milled baking powder granules that mechanically loosen dead skin and trapped sebum rather than harsh, irregular abrasives. It’s combined with hydrating components to help maintain moisture while you exfoliate, reducing the chance of tightness compared with coarse scrubs. Use sparingly — once or twice a week — to prevent irritation.

• Contains 43.5% micro baking powder particles for surface exfoliation
• Gentle grain size designed for facial skin, not body use
• Formulated with moisturizing agents to balance cleansing
• Recommended frequency: weekly or as tolerated

What is the cooling effect and who benefits from it?

A menthol derivative provides a quick cooling sensation when massaged into skin, which many users perceive as tightening and refreshment. This sensation can help mask post-exfoliation sensitivity and gives a clean, revived finish. It’s ideal for use in warm climates or after activities that leave the skin feeling oily or congested.

• Menthol derivative adds immediate cooling and refreshment
• Perceived pore-tightening effect after use
• Good for oily or combination skin seeking a refreshed feel
• Not a replacement for targeted pore treatments or medical care

Which package should I choose: tube or single-use pouches?

The tube provides economical, everyday access for at-home skincare; the single-use triangle pouches are ideal for travel, sampling, or sharing. Both formats contain the same formula and offer the same exfoliating and cooling benefits. Pouches ensure hygienic, measured dosing without the need to transfer product.

• Tube: easy dispensing for regular at-home routines
• Pouches: 24 single-use sachets for travel and portability
• Both formats contain identical formula strength and active content
• Pouch design prevents contamination and overuse

How should I incorporate this scrub into my skincare routine?

Use the scrub on clean, damp skin before heavier treatments like serums or creams. Apply gently with light circular motions, rinse thoroughly, then follow with toner and moisturizer to replenish hydration. Avoid using other strong actives (retinoids, strong acids) on the same day to minimize irritation.

• Cleanse face, then apply scrub to damp skin for 30–60 seconds
• Rinse fully and pat dry before post-exfoliation care
• Follow with hydrating toner and non-irritating moisturizer
• Limit use to once or twice weekly depending on skin tolerance

Who is this for: ETUDE Baking Powder Crunch Pore Scrub is suited for people with oily, combination, or texture-prone skin who want a mechanically exfoliating product with a cooling finish. It’s useful for those who travel often and prefer hygienic single-use pouches alongside a home tube. If you have very sensitive, compromised, or inflamed skin, consult patch testing and adjust frequency as needed.

Ingredients

SODIUM BICARBONATE, WATER / AQUA / EAU, GLYCERIN, SILICA, HYDRATED SILICA, MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE, PEG-7 GLYCERYL COCOATE, PEG-60 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL, SODIUM METHYL COCOYL TAURATE, FRAGRANCE / PARFUM, CELLULOSE GUM, SODIUM SULFITE, MENTHOXYPROPANEDIOL, LIMONENE, HEXYL CINNAMAL, SODIUM CHLORIDE, DISODIUM EDTA, LINALOOL, TETRASODIUM EDTA