If your limbs are looking a little lacklustre, a good body scrub can often be the quickest route to smoother, glowier skin. While they might seem like the most basic of bathroom staples, not all scrubs are created equal. Some rely on common skincare acids (glycolic, lactic and salicylic are the usual suspects) to gently dissolve dead cells and unclog pores with minimal effort. While others take a more traditional, hands-on approach, using ingredients such as sugar, salt or occasionally finely ground pumice that work by physically sloughing away any rough patches.
However, it’s always worth considering your skin type before diving in. If you’re somebody who sits on the more sensitive side, or if you’re prone to keratosis pilaris (which is also often referred to as ‘chicken skin’), then acid-based scrubs can provide a more gentle, more even exfoliation without damaging skin. Meanwhile, those with very dry, even flaky skin, might prefer a richer, oil-based formula that harnesses the power of sugar or salt, melting as you massage them in and leaving behind soft, nourished skin. But if you’re looking for something a bit more invigorating, pumice blends deliver a satisfying, thorough scrub – but remember to go easy and don’t overdo it. The goal is smoother, brighter skin, not red, raw and irritated.
