How Often Should You Use a Body Scrub?
A good body scrub leaves your skin smooth and soft. But more isn't always better. Here's how often to use one.
The Simple Answer
For most people, once or twice a week is plenty.
- Normal skin: 2 times a week.
- Dry skin: 1 to 2 times a week, and always moisturize after.
- Sensitive skin: once a week, and go gently.
- Oily skin: up to 2 or 3 times a week.
Signs You're Scrubbing Too Much
- Your skin feels sore or stings.
- It looks red or blotchy.
- It feels drier than before.
If that happens, take a break for a week.
How to Use a Scrub
- Wash with your soap first.
- Scoop out a little scrub with dry hands.
- Rub it in small circles on wet skin. Be gentle.
- Focus on rough spots: elbows, knees, heels.
- Rinse well, pat dry, and moisturize.
Our Scrubs
Our POLISH Sugar Scrub uses fine cane sugar with a soft, creamy foam. For a richer scrub, try our Nourishing Sugar Scrub in a glass jar.
When to Skip It
Don't scrub on sunburn, cuts, rashes, or right after shaving. Give your skin time to heal first.
Our Tip
Scrub the night before a special event, not the morning of. Your skin will look its best the next day.
A little about us: I'm Gracie, a third-generation soap maker. My grandmother started our family's soap making, and I'm proud to carry it on. We're a small, faith-centered family business in Waddell, Arizona, and we make everything by hand in small batches.