Exfoliation, which is the removal of dead skin, is beneficial for both dry and oily skins. Below, we share natural exfoliation scrubs.
Orange exfoliating scrub
The tangy and sweet citrus fruit is chock-full of vitamin C, an antioxidant that aids in collagen production, prevents ageing, and promotes new skin production.
For skin exfoliation:
The orange peel should be sun-dried for a few days, then ground into a powder. A paste made of this powder, turmeric and honey is applied to the affected skin and washed off after about 10 minutes with water.
Besan and turmeric scrub
Besan or gram flour is often used to get rid of dead skin. Turmeric contains the chemical compound curcumin, which has antioxidant, anti-ageing and collagen-boosting properties.
For skin exfoliation:
A paste made with the two ingredients and rose water or lemon juice can be applied to the face and then rinsed off when it becomes dry.
Oat scrub
It is a coarse type of flour that is ideal for exfoliation and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
For skin exfoliation:
Finely ground oats are mixed honey and water for scrubbing the face or with coconut oil, olive oil or almond oil for a body scrub.
Olive oil and sugar scrub
Like most plant-based oils, olive oil also has potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects on the skin.
For skin exfoliation:
This scrub is usually prepared with a spoonful olive oil, preferably the extra virgin variety, and some sugar.
