Unlocking Radiant Skin: 9 effective ways to exfoliate at home
Mix honey and brown sugar to create a gentle, hydrating scrub. Apply it in a circular motion and rinse off.
Sugar Scrub
Mix finely blended oatmeal with yoghurt or honey. Apply it on your face, scrub, and rinse.
Oatmeal Scrub
Combine leftover coffee grounds with a little olive oil. Massage into damp skin in circular strokes, then rinse.
Coffee Grounds Scrub
Mix a small amount of baking soda with water to create a paste. Gently rub it on your skin, then rinse. Be cautious as it can be abrasive if used too vigorously.
Baking Soda Scrub
When used in alongside a gentle cleanser, facial brushes, sponges, or washing devices can assist in the removal of dead skin cells.
Exfoliating Brushes or Tools
Products containing natural enzymes like papain (from papaya) or bromelain (from pineapple) help dissolve dead skin cells.
Enzyme Exfoliants
Some facial cleansers contain exfoliating ingredients like AHAs or BHAs. These can be used as part of your daily skincare routine for mild exfoliation.
Daily Exfoliating Cleansers
Whenever trying a new exfoliating product, do a patch test on a small area of your skin to ensure you don't have an adverse reaction or sensitivity.
Patch Testing
After exfoliating, always follow up with a moisturiser to keep your skin hydrated and healthy.