Shells & pits have sharper edges though. Jojoba beads are a better replacement for microbeads from a performance standpoint because their rounded edges provide

Shells & pits have sharper edges though. Jojoba beads are a better replacement for microbeads from a performance standpoint because their rounded edges provide a gentler exfoliation. They are, however, considerably more expensive than ground shells or pits because they aren't an agricultural byproduct.