If you desire glowing and radiant skin, you need to add an exfoliating step to your skincare routine. You can exfoliate in several ways—with a chemical application, using an exfoliating tool, or applying a granular substance. Exfoliating primarily removes dead skin cells and many other benefits to the skin. Here are a few ways exfoliating benefits your skin:
Improve Skin Texture
Exfoliating will even out skin texture and aid in reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Dead skin cells give your face a dried-out and dull appearance. Removing the dead cells provides the skin with a more youthful appearance.
Promote Softer And Smoother Skin
You can exfoliate from head to toe! Your skin will likely feel rougher and drier when you don’t exfoliate due to the build of dead skin cells. Applying a scrub routinely will make the skin feel more supple within a few short days and allow your skin to be softer for longer!
Prepare Skin For Products
After exfoliating, your skin can properly absorb the products you apply after. You will see increased benefits from your other products as well. For instance, you should consider exfoliating before applying facial serums or moisturizers. The products will absorb into the skin flawlessly. You’ll also see a smoother makeup application after scrubbing the skin.
Prevent Breakouts
Pimples and zits can erupt anywhere on the body. While exfoliating, you will remove any dirt and oils that could potentially build up below the surface. By unclogging your pores, you’re preventing future pimple breakouts! You’ll also notice pores appear smaller overtime after incorporating exfoliation into your skincare routine. Pores get smaller when no longer clogged with dirt and debris.
Increase Collagen Production
Long-term exfoliating will offer the most benefits for your skin. Every time you scrub away dead skin cells, you help the body increase collagen production. Collagen is a critical protein required for healthy, radiant, and youthful skin. Collagen is linked to improved skin elasticity and the reduction of fine lines.
The New York Institute of Beauty has taken the guesswork out of creating a powerful and effective skin scrub. On April 27th, we have our DIY Sugar Scrub Workshop where we show you how to create your very own personalized sugar body scrub using easy-to-find and all-natural ingredients! Register today to join the workshop and bring home a jar of homemade sugar scrub. This also makes for a great mother’s day gift!
