MORNING COFFEE Face Scrub & Mask

MORNING COFFEE is a 2-in-1 face scrub and mask designed to exfoliate dead skin, unclog pores, reduce breakouts, smooth texture, and brighten dull skin instantly. Powered by coffee extract, caffeine, French green clay, and gentle exfoliating minerals, it works to remove impurities, control excess oil, and refine skin from the very first use. This performance formula boosts circulation, tightens the look of pores, and leaves skin visibly smoother, clearer, and more radiant, without over-drying. 

MORNING COFFEE combines deep cleansing with skin-supporting care. French green clay and kaolin help draw out impurities and balance oil, while coffee seed extract and caffeine energise the skin, support circulation, and deliver antioxidant protection. 

The result? Skin that feels clean, smooth, and refreshed, with a glow you can see.

MORNING COFFEE helps:

• Exfoliate dead skin and refine texture
• Unclog pores and reduce congestion
• Brighten dull, uneven skin tone
• Control excess oil without stripping
• Support clearer, smoother-looking skin
• Boost circulation for a healthy glow

Why it’s different

• 2-in-1 scrub + mask (daily + weekly use)
• Deep cleanse without over-drying
• Combines physical exfoliation + clay detox + antioxidant care
• Energises skin with real coffee actives

Ideal for:

• 1-2 times use every week.
• Dull, textured, or congested skin
• Breakout-prone or oily skin types
• Anyone wanting smoother, clearer, brighter skin
• Those who prefer active exfoliation with results you can feel instantly

Water; Kaolin; Illite; Glycerin; Magnesium Aluminum Silicate; Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil; Propylene Glycol; Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate; Bambusa Vulgaris Stem Powder; Hectorite; Phenoxyethanol; Citric Acid; Ethylhexylglycerin; Caffeine; Lecithin; Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Extract

MORNING COFFEE is your exfoliating step, used after cleansing and before your hydrating skincare. This 2-in-1 face scrub and mask helps remove dead skin cells, absorb excess oil and refine uneven texture, supporting smoother, softer and brighter-looking skin.

YOUR MORNING ROUTINE

1. CUPPA-T – Cleanse
2. MORNING COFFEE – Exfoliate (1–2 times weekly)
3. SKIN QUENCH – Hydrate & Prep
4. WAKE UP CALL – Depuff
5. WITH MILK – Balance & Restore
6. DAY DRIN-C – Brighten
7. DAY HYDRATE – Moisturise
8. DAY SHADE – Protect (SPF)

YOUR EVENING ROUTINE

1. CUPPA-T – Cleanse
2. MORNING COFFEE – Exfoliate (1–2 times weekly)
3. SKIN QUENCH – Hydrate & Prep
4. LIGHTS OUT – Smooth
5. WITH MILK – Balance & Restore
6. NIGHT CAP – Renew
7. DAY HYDRATE – Moisturise

A LITTLE EXFOLIATION GOES A LONG WAY.

MORNING COFFEE can be used as a physical exfoliating scrub or a clarifying clay mask, depending on what your skin needs. We recommend starting with 1–2 uses per week and adjusting based on your skin's tolerance.

If you're using active skincare such as NIGHT CAP or other exfoliating treatments, alternate usage to help avoid over-exfoliation. Always follow with hydrating skincare and apply SPF during the day.

These are suggested complete routines. You can tailor the steps and products to your skin's individual needs.

1. Is MORNING COFFEE suitable for all skin types?

MORNING COFFEE is formulated for a range of skin types, including oily, combination, dry and sensitive skin. Its combination of exfoliating ingredients, French green clay, kaolin and coffee seed extract helps remove dead skin cells, excess oil and impurities while supporting smoother, more refreshed-looking skin. If your skin is particularly sensitive or reactive, we recommend introducing it gradually.

2. How often should I use MORNING COFFEE?

MORNING COFFEE can be used as a face scrub or a clarifying mask. While the formula is designed to accommodate regular exfoliation, we recommend starting with 1–2 times per week and adjusting based on your skin's needs and tolerance. There's no need to exfoliate every day to achieve smoother-looking skin.

3. What's the difference between using MORNING COFFEE as a scrub and a mask?

It's one formula with two functions. As a scrub, MORNING COFFEE helps physically exfoliate dead skin cells and polish uneven texture for an instantly smoother feel. As a mask, the French green clay and kaolin help absorb excess oil and lift away surface impurities, leaving skin feeling clarified and refreshed. Two ways to use it, depending on what your skin needs.

4. Is MORNING COFFEE a physical exfoliant?

MORNING COFFEE combines hydrogenated jojoba oil, bamboo powder and mineral clays to help gently polish away dead skin cells. Unlike coarse, abrasive scrubs, it's designed to support effective exfoliation without unnecessary harshness. The key is to use light pressure and let the formula do the work. Avoid scrubbing aggressively.

5. Can MORNING COFFEE help with acne-prone or congested skin?

Yes. MORNING COFFEE can help support skin prone to excess oil and congestion by removing dead skin cells and surface buildup. French green clay and kaolin help absorb excess oil, while exfoliating ingredients help leave skin feeling smoother and clearer. However, it's not an acne treatment, and we recommend avoiding physical exfoliation over inflamed or broken breakouts.

6. Will MORNING COFFEE dry out my skin?

MORNING COFFEE is formulated to remove excess oil and impurities without unnecessarily stripping the skin. Alongside its mineral clays, it contains glycerin, a humectant that helps support hydration. As with any exfoliating product, overuse can cause dryness, so we recommend following with your favourite hydrating serum and moisturiser.

7. Can I use MORNING COFFEE alongside Vitamin A, Vitamin C and other active skincare?

Yes, but it's important not to over-exfoliate. MORNING COFFEE can complement a routine containing Vitamin C, niacinamide and other active ingredients. If you're using retinoids such as NIGHT CAP or leave-on exfoliating acids, we recommend using MORNING COFFEE on alternate evenings to minimise the risk of irritation.

8. Do I need to cleanse before using MORNING COFFEE?

We recommend starting with clean skin. Use CUPPA-T to remove daily impurities, makeup and surface buildup before following with MORNING COFFEE. This allows the exfoliating ingredients and mineral clays to work directly on the skin. Follow with your usual hydrating skincare.

9. Can MORNING COFFEE help improve uneven skin texture and dullness?

Absolutely. One of the main benefits of exfoliation is helping remove the buildup of dead skin cells that can leave skin looking dull and feeling rough. MORNING COFFEE helps polish the skin's surface, supporting a smoother, softer and more radiant-looking complexion.

10. Does MORNING COFFEE help with blackheads and enlarged pores?

MORNING COFFEE helps remove surface buildup and excess oil that can contribute to congested-looking pores. Its combination of physical exfoliation and oil-absorbing clays can help pores appear cleaner and less noticeable. It won't permanently shrink pores or remove deep blackheads, but it can support a clearer-looking complexion.

11. What's the difference between MORNING COFFEE and a chemical exfoliant?

MORNING COFFEE uses physical exfoliating ingredients to gently polish away dead skin cells from the skin's surface, alongside mineral clays that help absorb excess oil. Chemical exfoliants, such as AHAs and BHAs, work by loosening the bonds between dead skin cells. Both can support smoother-looking skin, but they work differently. MORNING COFFEE is ideal for those who enjoy a physical exfoliation experience with the added benefits of a clarifying mask.

12. Why does MORNING COFFEE contain caffeine and coffee seed extract?

Because coffee isn't just for your morning cup. Caffeine and coffee seed extract provide antioxidant benefits that help support the skin against environmental stressors. Combined with mineral clays and exfoliating ingredients, they help support a refreshed, revitalised-looking complexion.

13. Is MORNING COFFEE suitable for mature skin?

Yes. As skin matures, changes in natural cell turnover can contribute to a duller, uneven-looking complexion. MORNING COFFEE helps remove dead skin cells and smooth surface texture, supporting softer, brighter-looking skin. We recommend using gentle pressure and adjusting frequency to suit your skin's tolerance.

14. Can I use MORNING COFFEE if I have sensitive or compromised skin?

If your skin is sensitive, introduce MORNING COFFEE gradually and use very light pressure. If your skin barrier is currently compromised, irritated, sunburnt or experiencing an active flare-up, we recommend avoiding physical exfoliation until your skin has recovered.

15. Is MORNING COFFEE cruelty-free and made in New Zealand?

Yes. MORNING COFFEE is proudly made in New Zealand and cruelty-free, combining performance-focused ingredients with botanical extracts to support healthier-looking, more confident skin.

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