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DIY Winter Body Scrubs: Exfoliation Techniques to Try

Want to banish winter dryness? These DIY body scrubs will help you exfoliate and hydrate your skin right at home.

Watch it done Video: TaraLee on YouTube
Why this worksCold weather can leave your skin feeling parched and flaky. Exfoliating helps remove dead skin cells, allowing moisturisers to penetrate better. Homemade scrubs also let you control ingredients, ensuring they're gentle and effective for your skin type.

The ritual, step by step

  1. Choose Your Base Start with a base like sugar, salt, or coffee grounds, which provide excellent exfoliation. Sugar is gentle, while salt can be more abrasive, so pick according to your skin's sensitivity.
  2. Add Moisturising Oil Mix in a carrier oil like coconut, olive, or almond oil to hydrate your skin. This not only nourishes but also helps the scrub glide smoothly over your body.
  3. Incorporate Essential Oils For a lovely scent and added benefits, add a few drops of essential oils like lavender or eucalyptus. Remember to patch-test these oils to avoid irritation.
  4. Mix and Store Combine all ingredients until well blended. Store your scrub in an airtight container to keep it fresh for up to a month.
  5. Apply and Rinse In the shower, gently massage the scrub onto wet skin in circular motions, focusing on rough areas. Rinse off thoroughly and follow with your favourite moisturiser.
60-sec versionMix equal parts sugar and oil, add essential oils, scrub, and rinse.

Where people go wrong

People often use too much pressure, which can irritate the skin. Others forget to moisturise post-scrub, leading to further dryness. Also, using ingredients that are too harsh can cause micro-tears in the skin.

The pro moveTry adding a splash of honey for extra hydration and skin-loving benefits.
Check out the embedded tutorial for how to make body scrubs.

Shop the routine

Sugar for scrubs Gentle exfoliant that hydrates skin. Amazon → Coconut oil Moisturises and nourishes skin. Amazon → Essential oil set Adds fragrance and benefits. Amazon →

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Good questions

Can I use these scrubs on my face?

It's best to avoid using body scrubs on your face due to their coarser texture.

How often should I exfoliate?

Exfoliating 1-2 times a week is ideal for maintaining smooth skin.

What if I have sensitive skin?

Opt for gentler ingredients like sugar and avoid essential oils that irritate.

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