I've used the acne fighting one for years and have never thought it to be too harsh. I don't have much of an acne problem anymore, but I still use it. My teenage brother uses it too--and it really helps his complexion.
I use the apricot scrub on my face every morning while in the shower, and haven't experienced any of the side effects mentioned here (breakouts, irritated skin, etc.). Anyone else in the same boat? After reading through this thread, I feel like one of few with positive experience from this product.