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Head Shaving, Grooming & Care => Head Shaving Product Reviews => Topic started by: mikesj on May 04, 2007, 10:09:44 PM

Title: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: mikesj on May 04, 2007, 10:09:44 PM
Based on some recommendations I wanted to try the St. ives Apricot scrub. When I went to check out my local Walgreen's, there were four versions of the scrub. Anyone know which one I should get (I was thinking the one labeled for "oily" skin to prevent blocked pores), but would like to hear which one people are using.
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: Cam on May 04, 2007, 10:14:48 PM
I use "Invigorating" because it's the most exfoliating of all of them. I really like it a lot, even better than HeadShed, I think.
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: Tyler on May 04, 2007, 10:53:58 PM
I use the one with blemish control to avoid getting pimples.
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: Paul on May 05, 2007, 05:49:21 AM
Ditto on Tyler's choice of the blemish control version
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: Medic aka Rocko on May 05, 2007, 08:15:31 AM
I use blemish & blackhead control, cause that's all the store had.  I prefer the Headshed, but I'm about out and my order hasn't arrived yet.  Anyhow, the St. Ives really dries out my skin, much more than Headshed.
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: Tyler on May 05, 2007, 10:16:09 AM
I use blemish & blackhead control, cause that's all the store had.  I prefer the Headshed, but I'm about out and my order hasn't arrived yet.  Anyhow, the St. Ives really dries out my skin, much more than Headshed.

I use both during my shave - HeadShed before I shave, St. Ives to scrub it clean afterward.  Probably overkill, but I don't get bumps very often.
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: Robmeister on May 05, 2007, 01:43:05 PM
the kids busted a coffee table top that was made outa that tempered safety glass that broke into a million tiny nuggets of glass... 

so now I just mix that with some moisturizing shampoo.....really takes off the outer layers, man O0
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: KALBO on May 05, 2007, 04:28:11 PM
I picked up the "Smoothing" version at the commissary, it was all they had.  I don't recommend it...it's more of a body wash, not much exfoliating action at all. :(
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: PBurke on May 06, 2007, 03:38:55 AM
the kids busted a coffee table top that was made outa that tempered safety glass that broke into a million tiny nuggets of glass... 

so now I just mix that with some moisturizing shampoo.....really takes off the outer layers, man O0

damn rob-m, you are one tuff SOB. that is ruff.
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: Jay on May 10, 2007, 06:02:14 AM
Clinique for Men has a fantastic facial scrub with menthol.

I might just try it on the noggin.
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: tsshaver1 on May 15, 2007, 04:24:32 PM
I use "Invigorating" because it's the most exfoliating of all of them. I really like it a lot, even better than HeadShed, I think.
Invigorating here as well. There are so many scrubs out there but St Ive is inexpensive and lasts a good while. I use in Midweek Wednesday and on Saturday in the shower
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: Jay on May 15, 2007, 07:43:09 PM
St. Ives is owned by Alberto-Culver.

It should remain priced accordingly. If they ever jack up the price, move on.
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: tsshaver1 on May 16, 2007, 07:59:26 PM
St. Ives is owned by Alberto-Culver.

It should remain priced accordingly. If they ever jack up the price, move on.
Yes You are right
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: froze on June 07, 2007, 09:06:42 AM
Haven't used a scrub! But think I will try St Ives, since alot of ya use it!!

where is a reasonablt priced place to buy it at!!

Thanks 8)
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: SLYinKC on June 07, 2007, 09:11:49 AM
Haven't used a scrub! But think I will try St Ives, since alot of ya use it!!

where is a reasonablt priced place to buy it at!!

Thanks 8)

It's like $3.50 at WalMart.
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: Paul on June 07, 2007, 10:30:14 AM
Haven't used a scrub! But think I will try St Ives, since alot of ya use it!!

where is a reasonablt priced place to buy it at!!

Thanks 8)

Get mine at Target.  BTW tried the Target brand is ok, but does not seem to have the scrubbing power of the St. Ives.
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: danyroo on June 07, 2007, 11:20:59 AM
Ok i want to get this .. after you've shaved you apply st ives.. scrub.. and then wash it off and use a aftershave..

????
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: Paul on June 07, 2007, 11:27:09 AM
Ok i want to get this .. after you've shaved you apply st ives.. scrub.. and then wash it off and use a aftershave..

????

No, use in shower prior to shave.  Gets dead skin out of way for shaving, softens up the hair.  Then HeadSlick, shave, ClearHead or alcohol afterwards.  I have oily skin so no HeadLube, but many of the guys use the matte or the shiny depending on preference
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: danyroo on June 07, 2007, 11:35:02 AM
Cool.. I wil stop by walmart afterwork and try it out..
I use headlube matte.. like it..

Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: jusbnme on June 07, 2007, 08:49:37 PM
Target also sells a generic brand that is compared to St. Ives for about $1.50 cheaper. 
Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: gardner179 on December 04, 2010, 04:15:50 PM
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Title: Re: St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Post by: BaldBradley on December 04, 2010, 04:38:29 PM
I use the Target version because it saves me money, I normally like the acne and blackhead control kind. The apricot scrub is really nice, I use it on my head after I shave and on my face. I got some from Walgreens or Bartell Drugs one time and its really good.