We often neglect to show the same care to our bodies as we do to our faces in our skincare routine. However, the secret to having smooth, radiant, and healthy body skin lies in regular body scrubbing.
What Does Body Scrubbing Do?
- Removes Dead Skin Cells: The most basic function of a scrub is to cleanse the dead skin cells accumulated on the skin's surface. This makes the skin look smoother, softer, and more vibrant.
- Prevents Ingrown Hairs: It is highly effective in combating ingrown hairs, especially after epilation or shaving. By preventing pores from clogging, it helps hairs to grow in the right direction.
- Accelerates Blood Circulation: The massage performed during scrubbing stimulates blood circulation. This contributes to a healthier and more radiant appearance of the skin.
- Enhances Moisturizer Effectiveness: When the dead skin layer is removed, the body lotion or oil you apply afterwards is much better absorbed by the skin and becomes more effective.
- Evens Out Skin Tone: It can help to reduce darkening in areas like knees and elbows and even out skin tone irregularities.
How to Apply?
During a shower, when your skin is damp, take the scrubbing product into your palm. Starting from your legs, apply it to your entire body with gentle, circular massaging motions upwards. Then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Applying it 1-2 times a week is usually sufficient. If your skin is sensitive, opt for gentler products.
To get the best results from procedures like laser hair removal, scrubbing a few days before the sessions helps the laser light to better reach the hair follicle.