{"product_id":"ursa-major-green-slate-mineral-polish-3-88oz-volcanic-ash-exfoliator-with-willow-bark-for-smooth-bright-skin","title":"Ursa Major Green Slate Mineral Polish 3.88oz — Volcanic Ash Exfoliator with Willow Bark for Smooth, Bright Skin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUrsa Major Green Slate Mineral Polish is a dual-action, plant-based face polish that combines volcanic ash physical exfoliation with willow bark chemical exfoliation to refresh, smooth, and brighten dull or uneven skin.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFormulated to resurface and refine the look of skin without harsh synthetics, Green Slate uses mineral-rich volcanic ash, wintergreen, and willow bark to clarify pores, polish texture, and leave a soft, balanced finish. The formulation is vegan, cruelty-free, paraben-free and fragrance-free of synthetic perfumes; it delivers an invigorating natural scent of fir, cypress, ginger and lavender while omitting petrochemicals and sulfates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Green Slate polish and retexture skin?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis formula pairs physical and chemical exfoliants so you get immediate smoothing plus gentle cellular turnover support. Volcanic ash buffs away dull surface buildup as willow bark helps clarify the appearance of pores over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVolcanic ash provides mineral-based micro-exfoliation to slough away dead skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWillow bark (a natural source of salicylates) helps refine pore appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWintergreen supports a refined texture and balanced-looking skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLeaves skin feeling soft and refreshed rather than stripped.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I use the mineral polish, and how do I introduce it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart slowly: use Green Slate 1–2 times per week and polish lightly at first to assess tolerance. Avoid exceeding three uses a week; if you have sensitive skin, patch-test on the arm or neck and limit to once weekly initially.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecommended frequency: 1–2 times weekly to start.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaximum suggested use: no more than 3 times per week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor sensitive skin: patch test and reduce to weekly use as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply gently—moderate pressure gives effective exfoliation without irritation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat skin types benefit most from Green Slate Mineral Polish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen Slate is formulated to suit all skin types but is especially helpful for oily or congested skin seeking a deeper polish. It’s designed to clarify pore appearance and even texture while maintaining a clean, plant-based ingredient profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAppropriate for oily and combination skin types looking to reduce congestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHelpful for anyone with dull or uneven texture seeking brighter-looking skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSafe for many users due to the absence of parabens, petrochemicals, sulfates, and synthetic fragrance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSensitive-skin users should patch-test before facial use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the product smell like and what ingredients are omitted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aroma is an earthy, tree-topped blend—fir and cypress with herbal ginger and lavender notes—derived from botanical components rather than synthetic fragrances. The formula avoids common suspect ingredients, keeping the focus on plant-derived actives and mineral exfoliants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eScent profile: natural fir and cypress with ginger and lavender highlights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFree from parabens, sulfates, petrochemicals, synthetic fragrance, and animal testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVegan formulation using plant-based and mineral ingredients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned to balance efficacy with gentle, non-toxic formulation choices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Ursa Major Green Slate Mineral Polish is for anyone seeking a clean, effective exfoliating polish that resurfaces texture and clarifies the look of pores without synthetic fragrances or harsh chemicals. It's particularly useful for oily, congested, or textured skin types wanting a balanced, brightened appearance; sensitive-skin users should proceed with a patch test and conservative frequency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater (Aqua), Alumina, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil*, Montmorillonite, Glycerin*, Cetyl Alcohol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil*, Candelilla\/Jojoba\/Rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters, Gaultheria Procumbens (Wintergreen) Leaf Extract, Spiraea Ulmaria Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betula Alba Juice, Lactobacillus Ferment, Hericium Erinaceum (Mushroom) Extract, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Sea Water, Salix Nigra (Willow) Bark Extract, Volcanic Ash, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Xanthan Gum, Sea Silt, Titanium Dioxide, Sodium Phytate, Cellulose Gum, Glyceryl Stearate, Quartz Powder, Sodium Oxide, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Silica, Quartz, Triethyl Citrate, Abies Sibirica Oil, Pogostemon Cablin Oil, Artemisia Herba-Alba Oil, Juniperus Mexicana Wood Oil, Cupressus Sempervirens Oil, Juniperus Communis Fruit Oil, Citrus Limon Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Oil, Zingiber Officinale Root Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia Oil, Coriandrum Sativum Fruit Oil, Citrus Reticulata Fruit Extract, Nicotiana Tabacum Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, CI 77491, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene *Denotes certified organic ingredients\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use Green Slate every day?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No. Start 1–2 times per week and do not exceed three times weekly to avoid over-exfoliation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is Green Slate safe for sensitive skin?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Many can use it, but patch-test on arm or neck first and limit to once weekly if sensitivity occurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Ursa Major","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51487726993641,"sku":"B0DDV27147","price":138.29,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0801\/7674\/2633\/files\/ursa-major-green-slate-front-jar.jpg?v=1783289349","url":"https:\/\/cervaaustralia.com\/products\/ursa-major-green-slate-mineral-polish-3-88oz-volcanic-ash-exfoliator-with-willow-bark-for-smooth-bright-skin","provider":"Cerva Australia | Professional Beauty Supplies, Skincare \u0026 Cosmetics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}