Facial buff‑puff scrubbers and exfoliating pads are made from a variety of materials, including silicone, polyester, konjac, cotton, vegetable fiber, medical‑grade foam, and facial stone materials such as jade or quartz.
Some exfoliating tools are travel‑sized or compact and include easy‑to‑hold handles, non‑slip grips, and built‑in hanging holes for drying; several items are also sold as trial or travel sizes.
Powdered face polishers use ingredient‑based micro‑exfoliants and actives (for example, enzyme powders, microcrystalline cellulose, rice bran, cornstarch, salicylic acid, and plant extracts) to gently buff and even skin tone chemically, while buff‑puff pads provide physical exfoliation to remove dead skin, makeup, dirt, and excess oil.
Product labels commonly list these pads for normal, oily, and sensitive skin; some are described specifically as suitable for "Normal to Oily" skin.
Reviewer feedback is mixed: some users report short lifespans or single‑use performance, while others say pads hold up for several washes and describe them as reusable and durable.