If you often find yourself wondering, ‘how often should I exfoliate my body’ or ‘when to use a body scrub’, you’re asking yourself the right questions. Regular exfoliation, ideally done two to three times a week, is crucial for sloughing off dead skin cells and achieving smoother skin. However, it’s even more important to do it right—the last thing you want from your bodycare routine is inflamed, irritated skin. While there’s no one-size-fits-all approach when using this bath and shower product, as different skin types require different exfoliation methods, there are a few mistakes you can definitely avoid. Here’s the lowdown.
5 common mistakes you’re making while using body scrub
1. Using it too frequently
A common question that often pops up on search engines is, ‘should we use body scrub daily’. But it’s important to note that exfoliating your body every day does the exact opposite of what you want to achieve; and can, in fact, be harmful. Exfoliating too often can strip your skin off its natural oils, leading to dryness, irritation and even breakouts. Scrubbing two to three times a week is ideal for most skin types, except for sensitive skin.
2. Scrubbing too hard
Scrubs are known for their gritty formula that exfoliates the skin, but a vigorous action can do more harm than good—causing micro tears and irritation. While using body scrubs, you need to be extremely gentle and let the exfoliants work their magic.
3. Not moisturising after scrubbing
While this is a ritual that you should carry out with or without a body scrub, your skin definitely requires some nourishment right after exfoliation. Skipping moisturiser can leave your skin feeling tight and looking dry. Use a hydrating lotion to bring back life into your skin.
4. Not letting the products soak in
Letting your scrub sit in seems unheard of, but this is what makes the product work effectively. Apply and leave the scrub on your skin for a few minutes before rinsing it off. This will allow the active ingredients to work more efficiently.
5. Using the same scrub for your body and face
Using a product on both your face and body might seem like the convenient way to go about it, but this can lead to irritation and redness on your face. Your face scrub is usually gentler and specifically formulated for delicate skin to avoid any adverse reactions.
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Ready to buy your next body scrub online? Choose from our top favourites:
* Dove Crushed Almond And Mango Butter Exfoliating Body Polish Scrub:
This is a definite must-have in your shower routine. With great moisturising and revitalising properties, this scrub maintains your skin’s pH balance. Enriched with mango and glycerin, this body scrub for women prevents dryness and reveals bright and radiant skin.
*mCaffeine Naked & Raw Coffee Body Scrub:
This pocket-friendly option has great benefits, owing to the caffeine. It not only enhances your skin’s health but also removes tan, reduces cellulite and prevents ingrown hairs on the body—making it one of the best body scrubs in India.
The Body Shop Strawberry Shower Scrub:
This one smells delicious. Besides, its hydrating formula locks in moisture and enhances your skin’s texture.
Forest Essentials Body Polisher Hydrating Sea Salt Crystal Rose Scrub:
This indulgent pick gives you the feeling of an at-home spa. One of the best body scrubs in India, it deeply nourishes the skin. With ingredients like rose, raw cane sugar and apricot oil, it also locks in moisture and leaves your skin feeling rejuvenated.
L'Occitane Almond Nettoyante & Exfoliante, Cleansing & Exfoliating Shower Scrub:
Infused with crushed almond shells and enriching almond oil, this must-have eliminates any impurities from your skin. The warm scent of fresh almonds and vanilla enhances your shower experience and leaves your skin soft and smooth.
