As exfoliates go, body scrubs are often used to help eliminate dead skin cells and produce healthier, smoother skin. It is recommended that body scrubs be used regularly for best results, and this is especially true in the winter. Harsh weather during the winter months leaves skin more prone to dryness. With so many body scrubs available, it is hard to choose the best, but brown sugar scrubs are among the most popular.
Typically, a sugar scrub is believed to be more gentle than salt scrubs. The benefits of a sugar body scrub are numerous both physically and chemically. The glycolic acid within sugar scrubs is very important for radiant skin and as a protectant against atmospheric toxins. It is also said that these scrubs, when used in a circular motion, increase circulation just under the skin.
Despite tiny bead-like particles in the scrubs, they do not clog pores. Instead, these scrubs help protect against moisture loss, clear pores of dead skin and debris, and are relaxing. A brown sugar scrub in particular has a relaxing effect because of its delicious smell. It also is generally a better idea for sensitive skin, as the grains of brown sugar more fine than those of white sugar.
Some of the main brands are
fresh brown sugar body polish
alba sugar cane body polish
Many spa body scrubs may be quite expensive, so it may be a better idea to make a brown sugar body scrub at home. This is a very simple and inexpensive process, and there are quite a few recipes available which can be customized to any preference.
On average, it is recommended that a body scrub be used once a week to slough dead skin off. Dead cells make your skin look dull and dry, and can even make you look older. In the winter months dry skin can even be flaky and itchy. Here is an easy brown sugar scrub to make that will keep your skin feeling young and smooth all year.
brown sugar body scrub ingredients and Homemade brown sugar body scrub recipe
Add together 1/2 C brown sugar, 1/2 C coarse salt, and 1/2 C white sugar in a bowl and stir them together.
Mix in 1/4 C of any liquid soap you choose, 2 TBSP. avocado oil, and 2 Tbsp. any essential oil and mix altogether with your hands.
Once mixed, store your body scrub in a container with a lid. Store it in your bathroom for a few days, or in the fridge for longer storage.
You may now use this scrub all over your body once a week in the shower or bath. Rinse with cool or even cold water.
If essential oil is not available to you, you may wish to use the juice of 1/2 a grapefruit, lemon juice, lemon or lime zest, 1/2 C cranberries chopped, or even 1/4 C of rose salt. Substitutes for avocado oil include sweet almond oil or olive oil.