Productopia | Facial Cleansers

A good facial scrub costs anywhere from $5 to $75, depending on where you buy it, but several experts say that an equally effective formula is readily available in your kitchen.

Facial scrubs rely on abrasive materials like ground nuts, salt and synthetic beads to exfoliate the skin and remove dead skin cells. These abrasive formulas abound in the beauty aisle, but experts say you can use common household ingredients to provide exfoliation for pennies on the dollar.

So what should you look for when choosing a facial cleanser? Skin-care experts say solid products should be water-soluble (meaning they will rinse off easily without clogging pores or leaving a residue) -- and they shouldn't dry, burn or irritate skin. Instead, experts say skin should feel clean and makeup should be removed, without the need for scrubbing. Here are some helpful facts to keep in mind before you buy a facial cleanser.

Increasing concerns about the sun's intensity have caused many consumers to turn to sunless tanners. These products, which promise to supply consumers with a safer, temporary, faux tan, are currently available in lotions, gels, foams and sprays, in both professional and at-home formulas.