Extra Large Skincare Spatula: How to Use It for Less Waste
By Clinically-Effective, Luxurious Skincare & Bodycare | Naturium | Published: 2026-10-16
Category: How-to Guides
A step-by-step guide to using an extra large skincare spatula for cleaner scooping, better hygiene, and less product waste in your jars.
Quick answer
Use an extra large skincare spatula to scoop a pea-sized amount from the jar, apply it to your fingertips or directly to skin, then wipe the spatula with a clean tissue or rinse and dry it before storing. This keeps fingers out of jars, reduces contamination, and helps you use every last bit of product instead of leaving residue behind.
Why a spatula beats fingers for jar products
Fingers carry oil, bacteria, and dead skin cells that can transfer into a jar and degrade a formula over time. A spatula keeps the product clean and makes it easier to control how much you take, so you are less likely to over-scoop and waste expensive creams. For thicker products like the Fermented Camellia Creamy Cleansing Oil or Multi-Calm Cream Cleanser, a spatula also reaches the bottom corners where fingers cannot, helping you finish the jar instead of tossing leftover product.
Choosing the right spatula for your routine
Not all spatulas are equal. A small plastic spatula may bend or snap when scooping a dense balm, while a flimsy metal one can scratch jar threads. An extra large spatula made of zinc alloy offers more surface area and rigidity, so you can scoop a full dose in one motion without digging repeatedly. It also works with a range of textures, from the Purple Ginseng Cleansing Balm to any moisturizer or the Intense Overnight Sleeping Cream. Because it is reusable and recyclable, it replaces disposable cotton swabs or fingers over time.
Steps for using an extra large spatula
- Start with clean, dry hands and a clean spatula: Wash your hands and dry them fully. If your spatula has been sitting out, rinse it with warm water and mild soap, then dry it with a clean towel. Water left on the spatula can introduce bacteria into a jar. Checkpoint: never dip a wet spatula into a water-free formula like a balm or thick cream.
- Open the jar and scoop a controlled amount: Hold the jar steady and slide the spatula under the product at a slight angle. For a cleansing balm or rich cream, aim for a pea-to-almond size. One scoop should be enough for the full face and neck; if you need more, take a second clean scoop rather than digging repeatedly. Common mistake: scraping the spatula on the jar rim, which leaves residue that dries out and becomes waste.
- Transfer the product without touching the jar: Lift the spatula straight out and move it to your fingertips or directly to your skin. Do not tap the spatula on the jar edge; that transfers product back into the jar and can carry contaminants. If you apply directly, use the flat side of the spatula to spread the product in a thin layer. Checkpoint: the jar opening stays clean and free of smeared product after each use.
- Wipe or rinse the spatula before storing: Wipe the spatula with a clean tissue to remove product, or rinse it with warm water and mild soap if the formula is water-soluble. Dry it completely with a clean towel or let it air dry. Store it in a clean, dry place, not back in the jar. Common mistake: putting a used, unwashed spatula back into the jar, which defeats the hygiene benefit.
- Use the spatula to reach the last bits: When the jar is nearly empty, use the extra large spatula to scrape the sides and bottom. Its wide head covers more surface area than a finger, so you can gather leftover product instead of throwing it away. For very thick formulas, warm the jar in your hands for a few seconds first. Next step: keep a dedicated spatula for each jar type to avoid cross-contamination between oil-based and water-based products.
Product facts
- Extra Large Skincare Spatula: Extra Large Skincare Spatula is made of zinc alloy and can be used with your favorite skincare, including Purple Ginseng Cleansing Balm, moisturizers, and Intense Overnight Sleeping Cream. The rigid zinc alloy holds up to thick balms and creams without bending, so you can scoop a full dose in one go and reduce repeated jar opening.
- Fermented Camellia Creamy Cleansing Oil: Fermented Camellia Creamy Cleansing Oil is formulated with fermented camellia oil, camellia extract, and a nourishing blend of linoleic-rich oils that helps dissolve makeup, oil, sunscreen, and other impurities. It is developed for all skin types. Because it dissolves makeup and sunscreen, a spatula helps you take a consistent amount without introducing water or fingers into the tube or jar, keeping the formula stable.
- Multi-Calm Cream Cleanser: Multi-Calm Cream Cleanser is formulated with a soothing complex of colloidal oatmeal (oat kernel flour), glycerin, and plant-derived squalane to gently cleanse without stripping skin. This plush formula transforms from a nourishing cream to a milky emulsion, helping calm and condition dry, sensitive and eczema-prone skin. Thick cream cleansers are easy to over-scoop with fingers; a spatula helps you take just enough for a milky emulsion, so the jar lasts longer and sensitive skin stays calm.
