Why You Should Exfoliate Skin Regularly: 5 Benefits for Your Body

Skin exfoliation is a relaxing and satisfying practice that delivers numerous benefits. An essential part of a healthy body care routine, it’s a great way to pamper yourself and your skin at the end of a busy week. The best part? You’ll see immediate results. Here are five convincing reasons to exfoliate skin regularly. 

Humans lose about 500 skin cells a day and they’d just end up sitting on the epidermis if left alone. When these dead skin cells accumulate, it can make the skin look rough and dull. If your skin looks ashy and feels bumpy, a bit of exfoliation can help. Exfoliating the skin removes dead skin cells that sit on the top layer of the skin. Both mechanical and chemical exfoliation can improve skin texture instantly but, according to the American Academy of Dermatology, you should exfoliate skin two to three times a week for best results. 

Dry brushing and other forms of mechanical exfoliation can help stimulate blood circulation. Circulation is necessary for your skin cells to stay healthy and function properly. The process can also help detoxify your skin by encouraging the healthy flow of waste and toxins through the bloodstream.

Aside from dry brushing, you can get the same benefit by massaging your skin with a body scrub or using an exfoliating product like Dove Gentle Exfoliating Body Wash. It acts as a mild cleanser for your body, thanks to exfoliating beads that sneak in a bit of exfoliating action with every shower. It also uses NutriMoisture technology, doubling as moisturizing soap for the face and body.

Getting rid of dead skin cells is the first step to preventing clogged pores. These can get trapped in your skin along with sebum, dirt, and bacteria, leading to breakouts, usually on the chest and back. Exfoliating regularly can encourage the healthy turnover of skin cells. It can also make your pores appear smaller and your skin smoother.

Ingrown hairs are a common — and annoying — side effect of hair removal. An ingrown occurs when hair that’s been shaved or plucked grows back into the skin because of improper technique. Accumulation of dead skin cells around the hair follicle can also force hairs to grow sideways instead of up and out. This can be prevented and treated with mild exfoliation.

If your skin isn’t irritated, it’s safe to exfoliate with a body scrub. Take a warm washcloth and pat it on the affected area to soften the hair and skin. Take a small amount of scrub, add water, and massage the area in light, circular motions.

Ultimately, apart from all these benefits, exfoliation gives the skin a healthy glow. It’s the culmination of benefits — even skin tone, clear pores, healthy hair follicles, and healthy cells can all make your skin look brighter. For best results, apply Vaseline Gluta-Hya Serum Burst Lotion Flawless Glow all over your body after exfoliation, ideally while the skin is still damp. This serum lotion intensely hydrates and locks moisture in, while encouraging radiance with GlutaGlow, hyaluron, and pro-retinol.

When you exfoliate skin regularly, you can achieve healthy, glowing skin. Before you start your regimen, choose the best method of exfoliation for your skin type and approach things with a light touch to prevent irritation. And don’t forget to moisturize to boost its benefits!