New Product Launch: Exfoliating Facial Polish
- Petal & Root
- Nov 19
- 4 min read
Two New Rituals Are About to Bloom at Petal & Root:
Meet Our Rose Clay + Hibiscus and Our French Green Clay + Bamboo Exfoliating Facial Polish!
There is something almost magical about a product you activate fresh each time you
use it. It feels intentional, elevated, and deeply rooted in traditional skincare practices
that value simplicity, purity, and craft over preservatives and shortcuts. Beginning
December 1st, Petal & Root is bringing back that ancient wisdom with two new
powdered exfoliating facial polishes, each paired with its own hydrating, botanical-based
activating elixir.
These sets were created to give you a more customizable, skin-safe exfoliation
experience, one that avoids the harsh granules and over-stripping formulas that are so
common today. Each polish uses an ultra-fine, barrier-friendly level of “grit”, cushioned
by restorative botanicals that leave your skin feeling renewed rather than compromised.
If you crave a luxurious ritual that feels handcrafted and intentional, these are for you.
The Rose Clay + Hibiscus Exfoliating Facial Polish & Activating Elixir
Soft Glow, Calm Skin, Rosy Radiance
This set highlights some of nature’s most time-tested allies for dry, sensitive, or mature skin. Rose Clay, has been used for centuries for its ability to gently refine
texture without pulling moisture from the skin. Its soft pink hue comes from naturally
occurring iron oxides, not dyes.
Paired with rose clay is hibiscus, a flower known for its natural alpha hydroxy acids,
packed in a gentle botanical form. Hibiscus helps loosen dead skin cells on the surface,
supporting a brighter, more even look without the sting or strength of synthetic acids.
Alongside it, rosehip, oat flour, chamomile, and calendula create a soothing, nutrient-
rich blend that softens, comforts, and restores balance.
The companion Activating Elixir blends rose hydrosol, aloe juice, vegetable glycerin,
and jojoba infused with calendula and chamomile. This combination hydrates,
calms, and leaves the skin feeling plumped and nurtured.
Best For dry, sensitive, or mature skin, or anyone who wants a gentle polish that leaves them glowing rather than flushed or stripped.
Key Highlights
Rose clay purifies without stripping
Hibiscus adds gentle botanical AHA activity
Oat, chamomile, and calendula help calm irritation
Rosehip powder provides antioxidants
Elixir boosts hydration and softness
Who Should Avoid It
Anyone with a known sensitivity to hibiscus, chamomile, calendula, or rose family
botanicals should avoid the formula. Those with extremely reactive skin may prefer a
patch test first.
The French Green Clay + Bamboo Exfoliating Facial Polish & Activating Elixir
Fresh, Clear, Balanced Skin
If you love that refreshing, clean-slate feeling without the tightness that often follows
deep cleansing, this super-greens set is your perfect match! French Green Clay is rich
in naturally occurring minerals and is known for its ability to absorb excess oil while
maintaining the skin’s natural equilibrium. It is purifying, not punishing.
To bring the skin to a polished finish, this blend uses ultrafine bamboo powder,
one of the smoothest and least abrasive physical exfoliants. It glides without scratching
and leaves the skin noticeably softer.
You will also find spirulina and matcha, two nutrient-dense botanicals with naturally
occurring antioxidants. Alongside them, neem, yarrow, and a touch of aloe powder
help support clarity and calmness, especially for combination or congested skin.
The matching Activating Elixir combines cucumber hydrosol, green tea hydrosol,
aloe juice, and jojoba infused with yarrow and plantain. Together they cool, balance,
and leave the skin feeling clean and refreshed.
Best For normal, combination, and oily skin types, or anyone needing a balanced polish that
helps refine texture and support clarity without harshness.
Key Highlights
French green clay absorbs excess oil without stripping
Bamboo powder provides smooth, micro-fine exfoliation
Spirulina and matcha offer antioxidant support
Neem and yarrow help clarify
Elixir cools, tones, and comforts the complexion
Who Should Avoid It
Those with known sensitivities to botanicals like neem or yarrow, or individuals with
extremely dry or compromised skin barriers, who should skip the exfoliation and focus on barrier restoration and hydration only. A patch test is wise for reactive skin.
Why Powder + Elixir Sets Are Worth the Ritual
These sets keep the powders and liquids separate to preserve the integrity of the
botanicals. Fresh activation means you get the full benefits of the clays, flowers, and
plant extracts each time. There are no harsh surfactants, no aggressive scrubbing
agents, and no preservatives needed in the dry component.
Just a clean, handcrafted exfoliation experience that respects the skin barrier while
delivering visible results.
Benefits You Will Notice
Smoother skin texture
A fresher, more radiant complexion
Better absorption of your toners, serums, and oils
A calmer, more balanced feel
A ritual that feels indulgent and personal
Launching December 1 st !
Both sets will be available in beautiful, intentionally designed packaging that fits
perfectly into the Petal & Root aesthetic and philosophy. Gentle, botanical, handcrafted,
and rooted in tradition, these new products offer a mindful, skin-loving approach to
exfoliation.
If you want your skincare to feel like a ritual instead of a chore, these new polishes are
going to be your new favorites.
Stay Radiant,
