Juicy by Nature – How Apple and Plum Supercharge Our Rice Facial Cleanser

Skincare should do more than cleanse. It should nourish, restore, and uplift. That’s the thinking behind our Rice Facial Cleanser—a cream-gel cleanser inspired by the gentle power of Indonesian jamu rituals, with a modern formulation that brings your skin back to balance.

While rice remains the star—calming, softening, and protecting—there’s a supporting cast of botanical ingredients working quietly in the background. Two of our favorites? Apple Extract and Plum Fruit Extract. These juicy additions don’t just sound delicious—they bring serious benefits for your skin.

Why We Chose Apple and Plum

In jamu, ingredients are never chosen at random. They’re selected for their function and their energetic effect—how they support not just the body, but the spirit. Apple and plum aren’t traditional jamu ingredients, but they share its values: natural, functional, and rooted in wellbeing.

In our Rice Facial Cleanser, these extracts work in harmony to enhance the formula—brightening, smoothing, and deeply hydrating the skin, while adding a touch of joy to your daily routine.

Apple Extract: Your Gentle Glow Booster

This isn’t your standard fruit acid. Apple extract contains malic acid, a mild alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) known for its ability to gently exfoliate without irritation. Rather than scrubbing or stripping the skin, it softly dissolves dead skin cells, revealing smoother, more even-toned skin over time.

Apple is also rich in polyphenols, a class of antioxidants that help defend against pollution and environmental stress—ideal for anyone living in urban areas or exposed to daily stressors.

What you’ll notice:

  • Smoother texture

  • A natural, healthy glow

  • Less dullness and more vitality over time

It’s exfoliation—but the kind your skin will actually thank you for.

Plum Fruit Extract: The Unsung Hero of Hydration

Plum doesn’t always get the spotlight, but in this formula, it delivers where it counts. Known for its high water content and natural humectants, plum extract helps replenish moisture levels without heaviness.

This is especially important in a cleanser. A lot of face washes leave skin feeling tight or dry. Ours doesn’t. Thanks to plum extract, your skin feels soft, comfortable, and quietly hydrated—even before you apply a moisturizer.

It also carries a subtle, uplifting natural aroma that turns a daily habit into a feel-good ritual. No synthetic fragrance, just the whisper of something fresh and light.

What you’ll notice:

  • Skin that feels soft and supple post-cleanse

  • A fresh-faced feeling, even before serums or creams

  • A sensory moment that lifts your mood, not just your skin

The JUARA Ritual

In jamu, cleansing is never just a step—it’s a transition. A way to clear the day, reconnect with yourself, and prepare for restoration. Our Rice Facial Cleanser with Apple and Plum extracts turns this transition into a practice.

Whether it’s your morning wake-up or evening wind-down, massage it into damp skin using slow, circular motions. Let the natural fruit acids and hydrators do their work while you take a deep breath. This isn’t just about clean skin—it’s about how you feel when you walk away from the mirror.

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