Importance of Exfoliation
Proper exfoliation eliminates the layer of dead skin cells that block the skin and speeds up the cycle of skin regeneration, allowing for new healthy cells to take their place. This process turns your complexion from dull and dry to glowing brightly, vibrant, and smooth. This also opens the way for the moisturizing products to penetrate deeper into the skin, making them more effective. Furthermore, daily exfoliation eliminates fine lines and wrinkles and will keep the skin much smoother!
1. Coconut Oil and Sugar Face Scrub
The use of natural ingredients such as organic coconut oil and sugar gives you all the benefits of an Exfoliator and moisturizer without making your skin sticky or clogging pores.
Coconut oil is a special combination of natural fats, linoleic acid, and lauric acid, making coconut oil a natural antibacterial, antifungal, and moisturizing agent. Sugarcane’s glycolic acid that helps to maintain the skin’s radiance fights acne, reduces blemishes, delays aging and keeps the skin soft.
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- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 3 tablespoons natural granulated sugar
In a bowl , combine the ingredients until all of the sugar is mixed into the oil. gently massage it on your face in circular motions, avoiding the sensitive eye area for up to five minutes. Rinse off with warm water and pat dry to use the scrub.
The oil will immediately absorb into your skin , leaving you with a fresh face and a radiant complexion!
2. Honey and Oat Face Scrub
Oats is full of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, saponins, a cleansing agent that makes oats perfect for all skin types, including sensitive skin. It moisturizes dry skin, relieves itching, rashes, and other minor skin irritations.
Honey has a natural with antibacterial and antioxidant properties, honey is perfect when it comes to fighting acne and nourishing aging skin to achieve that “glow.
- 1 tbsp warm water
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp finely ground oatmeal
Mix thoroughly in a small bowl, so that the mixture becomes a paste-like consistency. Apply scrub with fingertips and massage to the whole face for one minute, then let sit for 4 minutes. Rinse off with hot water and a washcloth. Gently exfoliating dead skin cells, making the skin smoother and brighter, and healing dry and/or acne-prone skin, it’s great.
3. Egg White and Rice Face Scrub
The rich fiber content and other essential minerals in brown rice work well to free your skin from blemishes. It is also recognized that the proteins present in this nutritious rice function as a potent exfoliant. They promote the growth of cells and stimulate the blood flow in our skin, giving us a vibrant and bright look.
Egg Whites shrinks the large pores where bacteria can develop, improving greasy skin, and preventing pimples and cysts, reducing your face’s acne. They can even build a protective layer over your face to prevent sunburn and blisters.
- 2 tablespoon of brown rice
- 1 White Egg.
Grind brown rice grains to fine using a grinder. To make a paste add an egg white and whip. Then, gently massage the scrub into the skin to exfoliate dead cells in small circular movements. Rinse off with warm water.