Exfoliating has long been proven to benefit the skin. It's surprising that there aren't many products specialized in exfoliating your body, from eliminating dead skin cells that cause dullness to enhancing the absorption rate of your other skin treatments. Yes, you read it correctly: you should stock up on body scrubs. Although face scrubs and exfoliants are ubiquitous, the same cannot be said about body scrubs, despite their equal advantages. Continue reading to see how body scrubs may give you the most glowing, young skin of your life.
What are the benefits of using body scrubs?
When it comes to washing your skin of pollutants, an exfoliating body scrub has a greater reach than body wash. A scrub can exfoliate your skin and wash it of dead skin, debris, oil, and perspiration, which is beneficial if you have body acne or dry scaly skin. Exfoliating using a body exfoliator on a regular basis also prevents dark spots from forming on places such as your elbows and knees. It may also make your skin seem more luminous by gently removing dead skin cells that cause dullness. A body scrub will not only leave you with softer, smoother skin, but it may also help prevent ingrown hairs and make hair removal simpler!
How to Choose the Best Body Scrub
It is important to choose the best body scrub for your skin type and condition. Too harsh and you risk worsening any existing skin concerns, while too gentle and it may not perform as effectively as you intended.
If you have sensitive skin, a light scrub with small granules, such as our cream-textured Exfoliating Body Scrub, will work best since larger grains, such as salt and almonds, may cause microscopic rips in your skin, increasing the risk of acne. This exfoliating scrub includes smoothing Natural Bamboo Powders and just a touch of Ginger to polish and soften skin while encouraging skin regeneration for brighter, more vibrant, and smoother skin.
To remove dry skin flakes, apply a moisturizing body scrub filled with essential oils, such as our Tonic Polisher, which is created with Rosemary, Rosewood, Mint, Sugar, and Salt Crystals for softer, smoother skin. This body scrub claims to restore your skin's radiance while also moisturizing it, leaving it beautiful and sleek.
How to Apply Body Scrubs
To prevent skin damage, bathe your body with warm water before applying your preferred scrub. Instead, avoid using hot water, which might harm your skin. Warm water merely aids in the opening of pores, allowing the scrub to thoroughly cleanse any pollutants that may be obstructing your pores. Massage the scrub in circular movements over your skin, paying special attention to elbows, thighs, knees, feet, and any other problem areas you want to clean. Avoid using a scrub on your groin region since it may be overly abrasive for sensitive skin. After fully exfoliating your body, rinse it with warm water and pat it dry before using a moisturizing body lotion designed for dry skin, such as Clarins' Moisture-Rich Body Lotion, to seal in moisture.
Exfoliate no more than twice a week to avoid stripping your body of its natural protective barriers, and don't forget to use a body moisturizer after exfoliating for optimum effects.
When to Avoid Using Body Scrubs
It may seem paradoxical to warn you not to use a body scrub while advocating for it, but there are still several situations in which you should avoid using them. If you have cracked, irritated skin, rashes, sunburn, or an existing ailment such as eczema, you should avoid using body washes. It is also recommended that you apply a body scrub before shaving rather than after, since doing so may result in inflamed skin and an unpleasant stinging feeling.