4 good reasons to use a body scrub

Our skin tends to react differently to the seasons. Whereas in winter, skin is usually dehydrated due to the cold, summer also brings its share of dryness (intense exposure to the sun, air conditioning...). Using a body scrub is therefore an excellent way to oxygenate the skin, but also to deeply rehydrate it and enhance its radiance and tone. In this article, the Nurish team gives you 4 good reasons to use a body scrub. 

4 good reasons to use a body scrub

As we know at Nurish, you may not necessarily think of incorporating a body scrub into your beauty routine. And yet, it's an essential step towards soft, moisturized skin, whatever the season. That's why we're giving you all the reasons you need to include a body scrub in your routine.

Using a body scrub removes dead skin cells

Exfoliation removes dead skin cells and impurities, making skin softer and smoother. It also helps reduce roughness and dryness, leaving you with a more even skin feel.

In addition to removing dead skin cells, exfoliation is also an effective solution for preventing ingrown hairs. By releasing trapped hairs, exfoliation considerably reduces under-skin hair, which is particularly beneficial for frequently shaved or depilated areas, such as legs or underarms.

Using a body scrub stimulates blood circulation

The use of an exfoliant, combined with the circular motion of your hands, stimulates blood and lymph circulation. In addition to revitalizing the skin, this stimulation promotes cell renewal.

To do this, opt for good practice: start at the ankle and use both hands to work your way up to the hips. Don't hesitate to insist on areas that are often neglected, but which nevertheless tend to store fat. Better blood circulation will bring more nutrients and oxygen to skin cells, contributing to a healthier, more radiant appearance.

Body exfoliation improves skin texture

By removing dead cells and impurities, exfoliation makes skin softer and smoother. It also helps reduce roughness and dryness, leaving skin more even to the touch.

In addition to making your skin more harmonious, exfoliation also helps prevent the appearance of blackheads and other skin imperfections. Regular exfoliation unclogs pores, helping to reduce excess sebum and impurities (pimples, irritations).

Exfoliating the skin enables it to better absorb moisturizing products

By ridding the skin of dead cells, exfoliation enhances the penetration of moisturizers and other skincare products applied afterwards. The skin becomes more receptive, increasing the effectiveness of treatments. 

Indeed, when the skin is free from the accumulation of dead skin cells or sebum, moisturizing products will penetrate deeper into the layers of the epidermis, where they can act more effectively. As a result, the active ingredients in your creams and lotions will be better absorbed, offering optimal results in terms of hydration, nutrition and cell regeneration.

When should I use a body scrub? 

For best results, we recommend exfoliating your body once or twice a week. Why at this rate? Without exfoliating your body at least once a week, skin cell renewal tends to slow down. As a result, the epidermis is more inclined to become less smooth and more rough.

How to choose the right body scrub?

If you have dry, sensitive skin, we advise you to choose a gentle exfoliant with fairly fine grains. What's more, whatever your skin type, make sure you opt for a natural body exfoliant. Some unnatural ingredients can irritate your skin and cause discomfort. So which exfoliant should you choose? Nurish offers you its tangerine-scented body scrub with 99.7% natural ingredients. Once you've tried it, you won't be able to do without it.