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The skincare edit · Firsthand review
Zum Face review,
revisited.
Facial oil, eye butter and a bar cleanser—the textures I tried, what I enjoyed, and what I would check before buying today.
By Maritza Baez
Originally published June 4, 2017
Updated on
maritzabaez.com
The short version
I liked the textures.
I would still read the label.
In my original Zum Face review, the facial oil felt light and left my skin soft, the eye butter felt rich without feeling heavy on me, and the facial bar gave me a lather I enjoyed. Those are personal observations from the products I tested in 2017.
My main consideration today is fragrance. The current facial oil and liquid cleanser list fragrance from essential oils. A botanical ingredient list does not automatically make a product the right fit for sensitive skin.
This update preserves my original experience and photographs. I have not repeated the testing with newly purchased 2026 products. Current product information is linked below, and formulas, packaging and availability can change.
What I actually tried
Three products, three different jobs.
I had combination skin when I wrote the original review. My notes describe about two weeks with the facial oil and more than two weeks of nighttime use with the eye butter. I also tried the facial bar; I did not record a separate testing duration for it.
Nourishing Facial Oil
A few drops gave my skin a soft, supple feel. This was the product I described as lightweight and comfortable.
Under Eye Butter
A small dab spread easily. The rich texture suited my preferences at the time.
Gentle Facial Soap
The solid bar was a change from my usual liquid cleanser. I enjoyed its rich lather.
01 / The facial oil
Zum Face Nourishing Facial Oil
I was already drawn to facial oils, and this one had the kind of finish I enjoyed: smooth, light and comfortable rather than greasy on my skin.
In my original routine, I used two or three drops across my face, neck and décolleté after cleansing and toning. After roughly two weeks, I described my skin as soft and supple. That is the most useful takeaway from my testing—not a promise about how someone else’s skin will respond.
The current Indigo Wild product page lists meadowfoam seed oil, shea butter extract, coconut oil, rosehip oil, vitamin E, jasmine extract and fragrance from essential oils. Check your bottle’s label when buying.
My earlier enthusiasm about visible changes should not be read as evidence that this oil treats dark spots or prevents breakouts.
02 / The eye butter
Zum Face Under Eye Butter
This was the richest texture of the three. A little went a long way: I used a small dab, and it glided on without feeling greasy or heavy to me.
After using it at night for more than two weeks, I felt the area looked more rested. That was my personal impression, not a measured change in wrinkles or dark circles.
The ingredient list recorded in my original review included shea butter, macadamia nut oil, evening primrose oil, beeswax, essential oils and vitamin E. This is a historical list, not a verified current formula.
I could not verify a current direct purchase page for the eye butter on Indigo Wild’s site during this update. That does not establish that it is discontinued. If you find it through a retailer, check the seller, current label and product condition before ordering.
03 / The cleansing bar
Zum Face Gentle Facial Soap
I usually reached for liquid cleansers, so trying this solid facial bar was a small departure from my routine. I liked the rich lather and the soft feel of my skin afterward.
The original label I recorded included saponified oils, goat’s milk and essential oils. I did not measure its pH, so I would not use my experience to claim that it preserves everyone’s skin pH or suits every skin type.
If you arrived here searching for “Zum Face wash,” note that the current Zum Face Gentle Facial Cleanser is a liquid product. It is different from the bar I tested, and I have not reviewed that liquid formula here.
Amazon has a listing for the Zum Face goat’s-milk facial bar linked below. Check its current label rather than assuming every Zum body-soap bar is the same facial product.
Before you buy
Choose for your skin, not the word “natural.”
My positive experience does not make the range a universal recommendation. I would decide whether the texture, fragrance and extra routine step suit you before choosing a bottle or jar.
- If fragrance has caused reactions for you, look for fragrance-free products. “Unscented” and botanical ingredients do not necessarily mean fragrance-free.
- Test a new product on a small area before applying it broadly. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends a small test spot twice daily for seven to ten days; use rinse-off products according to their directions. Stop if a reaction develops. Read the AAD’s testing guidance.
- Read the current ingredient label. My 2017 eye-butter and facial-bar notes are not substitutes for the formula on a product sold today.
- Skip an extra step if your existing routine already feels comfortable. You do not need every product in a collection to have a complete routine.
My skinimalist approach: choose one useful addition, give it a fair trial, and pay attention to comfort. For more ideas, explore my skinimalism guide and skin barrier and skincare hub.
Keep the ritual simple
A few thoughtful steps are enough.
Cleanse gently.
Choose a cleanser that agrees with your skin, and follow its instructions. The original bar and today’s liquid Zum cleanser are separate products.Moisturize.
Keep your familiar moisturizer in the routine. Treat a facial oil or separate eye product as an optional addition, guided by its label and your preferences.Protect in daylight.
Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher. A facial oil is not a substitute for sunscreen. AAD guidance.
Looking for more hydration ideas? Read How to Hydrate Winter Skin.
Watch with Maritza
A related moisturizer review.
If you are thinking about your moisturizing step, here is my Philosophy Hope in a Jar Short from the BeautyEcologist Youtube channel.
This video reviews a different product. It is not a Zum demonstration or a comparison test, and it is optional viewing alongside this article.
Watch on YouTube ↗The curated edit
Explore the options.
The oil and facial bar are the products I originally tried. Their photos show my 2017 products. The liquid cleanser is an additional current option from the brand, not a product I tested for this review.
Originally tested · Affiliate link
Zum Face Facial Oil
The oil from my original review. The photo shows my 2017 bottle; check the current listing and label for today’s packaging and formula.
Check the oil listing ↗
Originally tested · Affiliate link
Zum Face Facial Bar
A current Amazon listing for the goat’s-milk facial soap. My photo shows the bar I tested in 2017; check the current label and seller.
Check the facial bar ↗Current liquid option · Affiliate link
Zum Face Liquid Cleanser
A liquid cleanser currently listed by Indigo Wild, with essential-oil fragrance. This is not the facial bar reviewed above.
View the liquid cleanser ↗Prefer a fragrance-free cleanser? Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser is a soap-free option listed without essential oils. This affiliate link opens the 8 fl oz single-bottle listing on Amazon.
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A few useful answers
Zum Face review FAQs
Is Zum Face wash the same as the facial bar in this review?
No. I tested a solid Zum Face Gentle Facial Soap bar in 2017. Indigo Wild currently lists a liquid Zum Face Gentle Facial Cleanser. My experience with the bar does not describe testing of the liquid cleanser.
Are Zum Face products fragrance-free?
The current facial oil and liquid cleanser ingredient lists include fragrance from essential oils. Check each product’s own label; the phrase “no synthetic fragrance” does not mean fragrance-free.
Is the facial oil right for sensitive skin?
My comfortable experience cannot predict yours. If fragrance has caused reactions for you, a fragrance-free option is a more suitable starting point. Test new products carefully and stop using anything that causes a reaction.
Are the original eye butter and facial bar still available?
Amazon has a listing for the Zum Face goat’s-milk facial bar, linked in the shopping section. I could not verify a current direct purchase page for the eye butter on Indigo Wild’s site. That alone does not mean the eye butter has been discontinued.
Are all three products vegan?
The original facial-bar ingredient list included goat’s milk, and the original eye-butter list included beeswax, so those tested versions were not vegan. Check current labels and the manufacturer’s information for any product you plan to buy.
Did you retest the products for this update?
No. The hands-on experience and original product photos are from 2017. The October 2026 update clarifies those notes, checks current manufacturer information and adds links and guidance for today’s reader.
Continue your routine
A little more to explore.
Cultivate your calm.
Sources & review notes
- Indigo Wild: Zum Face Nourishing Facial Oil — current listed ingredients.
- Indigo Wild: Zum Face Gentle Facial Cleanser and Zum Face collection — current listed range.
- American Academy of Dermatology: How to test skin care products — testing and fragrance guidance.
- American Academy of Dermatology: How to select anti-aging skin care products — sunscreen guidance.
- Vanicream: Gentle Facial Cleanser — alternative cleanser details.
Sources checked October 17, 2026. Original testing observations and review photographs: Maritza Baez, 2017. The existing guide-cover artwork is illustrative. This article shares personal experience and general skincare information; it is not individualized medical advice.