The Top 6 Facial Scrubs Revealed!
Here’s the thing. Clean your face with some baby oil or cleansing lotion, and that really isn’t going to cut it, isn’t it? You’d surely want to wash it all off with something foamy or soap-like. And then, there are also those times when merely washing your face clean with some soapy wash just isn’t enough, for you swear that nothing but a good scrub is going to satisfy you! The truth is, you need that scrub, at least twice a week!
Every 28 days or so, our skin (and by that, we mean all over your body), is supposed to renew itself. The old, dead cells will be shed away, and newer, younger cells are supposed to surface. However, with age, this process can be slowed down or hampered. In some cases, poor skin health, which includes dead cells which are yet to be removed from the skin’s surface, can also be a set-back. This is where a good scrub comes in handy. The more appropriate term used today is ‘exfoliation’.
Exfoliation has been found to be the easiest, non-invasive way to remove dead skin cells from your skin’s surface, making way for newer cells to surface and hence, gives you an almost instant glow!
Remember when we mentioned that you should scrub your face at least twice a week? Well, that would also depend on your skin type, and also, the kind of facial scrub you are using.
It’s always advisable to look closely at the label of your facial scrub and make sure that you are using one that is meant for your skin type.
Sure, we can make our own, but…
Now and then, when we happen to see some super-inspiring posts on social media about how easy it is to make our own beauty products, including face scrubs, we too, get all hyped up about making our own. After all, who wouldn’t get excited about playing around with ingredients such as oatmeal, sugar, coffee, together with other yummylicious ingredients such as bananas, eggs, cocoa butter, papayas, honey…oh, my! However, what we fail to see is the fact that these can’t be stored for long, for they contain no preservatives. Keep it for more than a day and the chances of germs and bacteria being attracted to it are high. Hence, you’d have to make a portion and use it then and there, each time. But hey, if you’re up for it, we say, go for it. But again, just like choosing the right product for your skin type, please follow that same advice and choose only the most suitable ingredients for your particular skin type.
Why exfoliate in the first place?
There really is a difference between skin that has been washed clean and skin that has been scrubbed clean, or in other words, exfoliated. Firstly, exfoliating leaves the skin really pore-digging deep-cleaned. Other than that, here are some other important factors as to why you need to exfoliate your skin.
- The best way to prep for your beauty products.
When old, dead cells are piled up on your skin surface, it is difficult for the ingredients in your other skincare products such as toner, moisturiser, serum, etc, to penetrate into the layer of your skin where they’re supposed to reach to make a difference. Remove these dead cells via exfoliation and voila, all those beneficial stuff goes right in and work their magic, easily!
- Unclog your pores
Take a closer look at your nose, for example. If you have not been exfoliating lately, you’d surely notice either blackheads or whiteheads (or both!) on your nose, and perhaps even your chin. These are caused by a build-up of dirt and oil deep within your pores, that most cleansers tend to miss. Regular exfoliation will help to keep your pores clear, and your face will be less prone to blackheads and whiteheads too.
- Readys your skin for make-up
Does your makeup seem to appear cakey, or just flake away, due to a rough, uneven skin texture? When you exfoliate your skin, you’re also smoothening its surface by sloughing off dry, flaky cells. This makes it easier for the application of your makeup. You’ll notice how well your foundation or face powder goes on, and stays on too.
FACT ABOUT FACIAL EXFOLIATION
Exfoliating (scrubbing) your face can be a boon or a bane, and that depends on you and how you go about it. If you know your skin type, and are using the right kind of facial exfoliant, correctly and at the right frequency, what you’ll get is healthy, glowing skin. On the other hand, if you are using an exfoliating product that is not suitable for your complexion, or, you are over-using or under-using it, or not using it properly, sooner or later, your skin will be in trouble. In most cases, a facial exfoliating product is capable of delivering great results – as long as it’s a good match with the user’s skin type, and it is used the way it’s meant to be used.
The Best Facial Scrubs Out There For The Most Invigorating Exfoliating Experience!
So, you’re all hyped up about exfoliating your skin and getting yourself some of that lovely skin glow we’ve been going on about in this article? Great! So, which will you go for? If you’re at a loss as to which to buy, let us help. Here are a few which we think deserve a mention!
1. Majestic Pure Arabica Coffee Scrub
Love coffee? Well, if you do, then this scrub is your answer to freshly-scrubbed skin, not just for your face, but all over. Plus, you’ll be smelling like your favorite beverage too! Made using coffee extracts, which are quite powerful as antioxidants, this scrub helps to fend off UV damage (photoaging) while improving elasticity and resilience. It’s been found to also improve the production of collagen and elastin. Plus, if you intend to use it on your body, note that coffee stimulates your blow flow and reduces the appearance of cellulite, stretch marks, varicose veins and age spots!
2. First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Polish
As a gentle yet effective skin polisher, it purifies and cleanses the skin, leaving the complexion clear, soft, and renewed. Made from natural exfoliants, including shea nut shell powder and willow bark extract, to gently buff and polish the skin for a smoother, brighter, more even finish. It’s said to be suitable for even very sensitive skin!
3. St Ives Coconut & Coffee Scrub.
This latest addition to the already well-known St Ives range of face scrubs, Coconut Coffee Face Scrub, is yet another product with coffee as its main ingredient. It is deeply cleansing, as is pore-deep clean! Great for that sought-after clarifying, smoothening effect, with an amazing aroma of coffee and coconut permeating your bathroom!
4. Simple Smoothing Facial Scrub
Living up to its motto, which is ‘simple and kind’, this gentle facial scrub from renowned brand Simple has just the right level of exfoliating action that suits even sensitive skin. With pro-vitamin B5, vitamin E, and rice granules, and with no added nasties to its formulation, (read: artificial colours, dyes, fragrance, chemicals), it works to provide nutrients to the skin while removing dead skin cells.
5. Origins GinZing Refreshing Scrub Cleanser
With microbeads that are sufficient in sloughing off impurities and dead skin cells, The Origins Ginzing Refreshing Scrub Cleanser is also fortified with ginseng, caffeine, and jojoba oil, to cleanse your skin while boosting radiance. It also boasts a natural blend of essential oils from grapefruit and lemon for a skin-brightening result.
6. Mario Badescu Almond & Honey Face Scrub
We don’t blame you if a hearty breakfast cereal comes to mind when you read this product out loud – it sounds delish like that! It’s said to work wonders too, by buffing away dead skin cells with its finely crushed almonds, cornmeal and kaolin clay. The product’s nourishing infusion of skin-beautifying honey and sweet almond oil will leave your skin soft, smooth and ready for your next beauty care step!
