![]() ![]() ![]() Ives lawsuit was ultimately dismissed, the internet still agrees: It’s better to be safe than sorry, no matter how good this stuff smells. ( Studies have shown that fruit pits, which are structurally similar to walnuts, are too abrasive for delicate facial skin - particularly when it comes to acne treatments.) The verdictĭermatologists agree that ground walnuts are a skin care no-no, and while the St. Ives and its parent company, Unilever, claiming that the crushed walnut particles the product relied on for exfoliation actually caused microtears in the skin, leading to infection and overall irritation. The grainy exfoliator was a cult-favorite for years back in the day… until consumers caught onto the fact that it was hurting their skin more than helping it. Has there ever been a fall from grace as far and as forceful as that of the iconic St.
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