Importance of Scrub in Skin Care: Benefits of Choosing and Using Perfect Scrub

If your skin is becoming lifeless, rough or having acne, then it can be due to dead skin and closed pores. In such a situation, face scrub can work to give new life to your skin. Scrub not only helps in removing dead skin cells, but also removes oil, dirt and other impurities, making the skin look soft, clean and shiny. But it is very important to choose the right scrub, because the use of wrong scrub can increase skin problems. Let’s know how scrub works, how many types of types are there and how many times it should be used.

How does the scrub work?

Face scrub is a special skincare product that is designed to remove dead skin and clean deeply. It is different from the normal cleanser, as it opens the pores by removing the dead skin, excess oil and dirt present in the upper layer of the skin.

According to the International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, the use of scrub exfoliates the skin in a mechanical and chemical manner, increasing the formation of new skin cells and the skin looks young.
According to the International Journal of Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology, scrubbing increases blood flow and oxygen supply to the skin, which makes the age effects look less.

Types of face scrub and correct choice

Different scrubs exist for each skin type. Keep in mind the need of your skin to choose the right scrub.

Physical scrub

It contains small grains of sugar, salt, walnuts, oats etc., which help in removing the skin by rubbing the skin.
Better for whom: oily, common and mixed skin
Sensitive skin should not do it too much, because granular scrub can damage the skin.

Chemical scrub

It contains alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) and beta hydroxy acid (BHA), which clean the skin deeply and help reduce blackheads, pigmentation and wrinkles.
Better for whom: oily and acne skin

Enzyme based scrub

It contains natural enzymes like papaya and pineapple, which softly removes dead skin and makes the skin shiny.
For whom better: sensitive and dry skin

Cream based scrub

This is a scrub with creamy texture, which contains hydrating ingredients.
For whom better: dry and mature skin

Jail based scrub

It contains soft exfoliating particles, which gives moisture to the skin and also exfoliate.
Better for whom: normal and sensitive skin

Proper use and time of face scrub

How many times do scrub?
Oily Skin: 2 times a week
General/Mixed Skin: 1-2 times a week
Dry/Sensitive Skin: 1-2 times a month

How to scrub?
Wash the face with lukewarm water so that the pores are opened.
Scrub in circular motion with light hands (never rub loudly).
After massaging for 5 minutes, wash it with fresh water.
Her the skin hydrated by applying moisturizer or aloe vera gel.