How to Exfoliate Dead Skin to Encourage a Healthier-Looking Complexion
- 1). Mix 1/4 cup white sugar, 3 tbsp. olive oil, and 2 drops of your favorite essential oil in a dry, plastic bowl.
- 2). Rinse your body in a warm shower for a few minutes before exfoliating. The warm water will open the pores in your skin.
- 3). Scoop some of the sugar scrub out of the bowl. Smooth the scrub over your skin in a gentle, circular motion. Start at your neck and move down your body, focusing on rough areas like your elbows, knees and feet.
- 4). Use your fingertips to gently massage the scrub over your face. Avoid any acne or blemishes that may be irritated by the scrub. Avoid the area around your eyes and your mouth.
- 5). Rinse your skin thoroughly before applying a moisturizing lotion. Use a gentle cleanser to remove excess oil if your skin is acne-prone.
