Uncover Soft, Glowing Skin Every Time!
Exfoliating is the process of removing dead skin cells to reveal young skin. Why not help the natural process especially in winter. Mature skin needs attention. We have some great ideas.
Sugar Scrubs are easy to make. You can readily find recipes on the web, but here is a sugar scrub recipe that everyone can make with ease! Recommended by "Natural Health" magazine in Februrary 2009, this recipe could make a great gift even. Use organic white or brown sugar. No the small granules, but larger. We recommend medium over large as large can be to scratchy for sensitive and dry skin. You'll want to find fractionated coconut oil because it makes an effective moisturizer and blends well with the sugar. You can add a little scent to your recipe by adding your favorite essential oil such as chamomile, lavender, peppermint, jasmine, bergamot, rose, vanilla, lemongrass, lime or orange. These are the essential oils that "Natural Health" recommended, and we second that!
Now that you have your fresh ingredients, you can begin to blend them. Take 1 cup of the sugar and blend 3/4 cup of oil. Add 2 to 3 drops of essential oil and stir. Apply in a circular motion to legs, feet, elbows, hands. You may want to consider even your tush! If you want to add a lotion that matches the scent of your exfoliating scrub, just purchase an unscented body lotion or cream, and add 2 - 3 drops of the same essential oil to the bottle. Make sure you stir or shake well. Maybe you can let us know what your best exfoliating scrub recipe is by going to our Facebook page and making a comment!
Other options you could use to make the best body polish are using shea butter, sugar and glycerin. This is super moisturizing. Herbal scrubs that contain mint, eucalyptus, lavender, or lemongrass have an earthy or grassy fragrance. To make a zesty, clean and refreshing exfoliator, use citrus fruits such as blood orange, ylang-ylang, mandarine orange, yuzu. Calendula, passionflower, white lily and lavender are calming. Replace the sugar with epson salt and relieve muscle pain!
- Exfoliates and cleans the skin better than soaps or cleansers
- Removes dull, dead skin cells to reveal a younger skin layer
- Stimulates lymphatic drainage
- Thoroughly cleans your pores allowing skin to better utilize oxygen
- Stimulates blood circulation‚ encouraging removal of daily toxins and environmental pollutants
- Helps support skin regeneration
- Strengthens and firms connective tissue
- Essential oils support optimal moisture balance and enhance immune function
Sometimes salt scrubs melt too quickly when massaging them on the skin, but this product gives you plenty of time. It's one of the best I've ever tried.
If your looking for a facial skin exfoliator scrub, then look at the Devita Skincare Aloe Facial Scrub. Using it two or three times a week, your skin will look more radient and fresh. Off With the Old and On With the New... That's what your skin will seem to do!
Quick Questions Commonly Asked
Will it clog my drain?
NO. Salt dissolves and the oils are water soluble as well. If the drain slows, warm water thins the oils, cold will thicken them.
How do I clean up after polishing?
It may help to swish any residue from the bath surface directly following the bath. Dead skin can get gummy and stubborn if left to dry on tub surfaces.
How about shaving?
Polish first, shave second, after rinsing salt. The layer of oil left acts as a perfect shaving barrier. It is a smooth, moisturizing shave that is unlike any other.
How often do I use it?
Every day if you like. As seldom as weekly keeps the skin soft, supple, and moisturized without the use of any other moisturizer.
Will I absorb the salt?
No! People on salt restricted diets can confidently use Body Polish. Sodium is not absorbed through the skin.Do I still have to use soap? Not if you're using Body Polish. The salt scrubs away any dirt or dead skin, and in addition salt is anti-bacterial while promoting new cell growth. It is a great chemical free cleanser, gentle enough for everyday use. This is what people did before the discovery of soap! DON'T use soap after Polishing, that defeats the moisturizing part of the treatment. Many modern soaps are too harsh for skin, and strip the protective layer of emollients which are necessary for the proper functioning of the skin. Body Polish cleanses the skin, while refreshing the protective layer of oils on the surface. You'll feel the difference, and you'll be amazed!
Can I use it on my face?
Sure! And let me suggest the Calming Blend for that purpose. This blend was created specifically for sensitive and imbalanced skin. The essential oils encourage the skin cells, specifically the oil glands to balance themselves. The sea salt is purifying, and anti bacterial. Our crystalline sea salt is not too rough for delicate facial skin. Be sure not to scrub too vigorously on delicate facial skin.
Will it clog my pores?
No! The Organic vegetable oils which we use will not clog your pores, each has a molecular size smaller than the pores. The exfoliating action of the sea salt actually opens clogged pores.