Reddit reviews Exfoliating Towel Bath Washcloth 4 Pcs (Green)

I've got a ridiculous, meticulous self tanning routine that involves a lot of this.

I use these Korean Italy Towels to exfoliate, making sure to focus on all of my problem areas (elbows, knees, ankles, knuckles, wrists, toes, right under my boobs, neck) that seem to hoard dead skin. I also shave beforehand.

Then I put a light layer of lotion (one that doesn't contain any oil) on the bottom of my feet, toes, ankles, knees, belly button, elbows, crease of arm pit, wrists, and any scratches I have.

THEN I use this blending balm and put a light layer on my knees, elbows, wrists, and ankles.

THEN I put on some latex gloves and use a nice tanning mitt like this one. Not all tanning mitts are created equal.

I start from the bottom half of my legs and work my way up with the actual tanning. Working from the bottom up ensures you aren't splotching your tan by bending over and hitting your chest to your legs. I use the mitt with whatever type of tan product I'm using -- spray, mousse, lotion, whatever. I spread in a circular motion, making sure there aren't any streaks or splotches. I make sure I bend my knees and wipe them while they're bent so that the product gets into my knee wrinkles.

Once I'm done applying, I take one latex glove off and wipe that hand. then I take the other off and wipe the other hand. Then I use the blending balm and put a little more on my toes, knees, elbows, wrists, and fingers and rub those areas in with one of the latex gloves so that my fingers don't get orange. Then I carefully wash my palms with a little bit of water and then put some lotion on my palms and carefully rub them together.

It's a PROCESS, but I never look weird and I've never splotched or looked orange. Also, for reference, I'm as white as white can be.

My favorite tanners so far are Fake Bake Flawless, St Tropez, Sun Laboratories dark lotion (smells the nicest), and this random self tanner mousse from Sally's Beauty Supply from the brand Tanwise.

The good:

your eyes are very good, well done with the colour transition, the wings are the perfect thickness and lenght - you are lucky to have very open eyes. I also like the purple under.

Your eyebrows have a good shape

I think the foundation colour matches you well

The bad:

As pointed the others: your foundation. I think the problem starts with the fact that your skin has a lot of texture. I used to have exactly the same skin as you and what helped me was physical exfoliation, I use exactly those https://www.amazon.co.uk/Korean-Italy-Towel-Exfoliating-Washcloth/dp/B00LGLOKLM Korean Italian towels. They make my skin very smooth and get rid of the dead skin, therefore I break-out less.

Secondly, I also think you have a dry skin. At first glance your skin looks oily but I think it is because dry skin tends to overproduce oil (since it is starved of it), therefore making it super oily after few hours.

The foundation itself is a bit too thick, my trick with foundation is to avoid putting any above my lips (it never looks good unless photoshopped) and less on my nose, forehead and under my eyes / nos bridge. This way you can still put loads on your cheeks and around your chin without looking 'too much'.

I think it would have been really good if you used powder on a top of your foundation - it gives your skin a cleaner and more matte look, getting rid of shiness coming from oily foundation. I think aloso a tiny bit of blush / bronzer on your cheeks, nose and forehead would have been perfect!

Lastly, your eyebrows. They are a very good shape, you you have that. However I think you should try to make them more subtle. Try not to draw your eyebrows and fill it 100%, but accent them. Make them a bit more natural

Also, Italy towels! These aren't for your face, but damn do they make your body soft. My KP has been resolved using nothing more than weekly Italy towels and some Kikumasamune.



They're about $1, they last for maybe 4-6 weeks until they soften up too much to be effective. The pink is the gentlest, the green is medium, and the yellow is for scrubbing rust off your BBQ.



Korean Exfoliating Bath Washcloth [4 pcs] (Green) by TeChef Home https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LGLOKLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_akYKyb3HFVZ0N

[Here’s the link to it on Amazon] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LGLOKLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_r00-zb6KFEHK0)

Looks like it comes in a larger size too. I’m going to trust you, OP, so I just ordered a pack! :)

Have you tried AmLactin directly after a shower? Also, try exfoliating in the shower with these.

https://www.amazon.com/Korean-Exfoliating-Washcloth-Green-TeChef/dp/B00LGLOKLM/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1503874093&sr=8-2&keywords=Italy+cloth

> Korean green scrubbies / Italy cloths.

https://www.amazon.com/Korean-Exfoliating-Washcloth-Green-TeChef/dp/B00LGLOKLM/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1539016513&sr=8-1&keywords=Korean%2Bgreen%2Bscrubbies%2B%2F%2BItaly%2Bcloths.&th=1

I love exfoliating, and if that's your goal, just get these. Wash your body with soap as usual, maybe take time to wash your hair/shave/etc (it works way better after you've been soaking a while), rinse, then start scrubbing with this thing (without soap at all). The amount of gross dead skin that you'll scrub away is just great. Very good for ingrown hairs too.

If you're looking for just a spa-like luxurious scrub, I like this. I don't find it nearly as effective as the previous towels, which are the best exfoliators I've used in general (not counting chemical exfoliators).

I get this too but I didn’t realize this was an EDS thing. Twice week I take a long hot shower and then rub myself down with an Italy cloth and it removes layers and layers of dead skin. Seriously its like a snake shedding its skin- so gross by so satisfying. Then I coat myself in coconut oil. When I’m consistent with it, the dead skin problem stays under control. I found out about Italy cloth at a Korean spa- you can buy them on amazon for cheap and they exfoliate better than anything else I’ve ever tried.
Korean Exfoliating Bath Washcloth [4 pcs] (Green) by TeChef Home https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LGLOKLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_IAyXAbPZC46JV

I don't know if you've tried already, but an italy towel may be exactly what you need. I've had keratosis pilaris for years on the backs of my arms and my legs.

What I found to be terrific for it was an italy towel. You can get them very cheap on amazon. The idea is to soak in a bath for a good 20-30 minutes (make sure that area of your body is submerged) and then scrub the area with the cloth in circular motions. It works most effectively without soap for me, and I've heard that from others as well. You can try either method. I just soak it in warm water. Often, the dead skin just rolls off and you feel soft as a baby afterward. It's very satisfying. Here's the link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00LGLOKLM/

I also suggest Amlactin. It is a body lotion with lactic acid and lots of people have had success with it when it comes to KP/textured skin. It exfoliates very well.

I need this!

Edit : [Korean Exfoliating Bath Washcloth [4 pcs] (Green) by TeChef Home] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LGLOKLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_O2QUCbK7P8RPQ) did I find the right one OP?

I prefer mitts like these https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LGLOKLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_TAtDAbRNGRPRN
My sister likes the cloths like these https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007IAE5WY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_PmEDAbSV90WQ3

Do you exfoliate regularly? Try using an exfoliating washcloth daily and a sugar scrub before shaving. I still got ingrown hairs with epilating but exfoliating made a notice difference.

I couldn't find the washcloth I have but this one has rave reviews: Korean Exfoliating Bath Washcloth [4 pcs] (Green) by TeChef Home https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LGLOKLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_U64oDbJ2S94AW

Also, if you ever considered saving up for laser hair removal, I highly recommend it.

I have used the gloves before too, but what I really like is using an Italian cloth. You can get them, ironically, at a lot of Asian supermarkets or online:

https://www.amazon.com/Korean-Exfoliating-Washcloth-Green-TeChef/dp/B00LGLOKLM/ref=sr_1_8_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1469074797&sr=8-8&keywords=exfoliating+cloth

They last a really long time and are good for scrubbing other places especially in the winter when skin tends to get dry.

I have also mixed sugar, oil (I used coconut), and a teaspoon of lemon juice to exfoliate before I shave and then exfoliate a second time and shave again. It really makes your legs (and armpits if you can stand it) smooth!


Another bonus is you can go longer between shaves.

The issue(s) Backne- specifically on the shoulders - majority whiteheads, some nodular acne. Mostly the white heads are fairly big, and I only got nodular acne on my face once or twice in my life but have it all the time on my shoulders, rarely in the middle on my back or the "squishyier" areas
Skin type. Combination. But on my shoulder's usually fairly "normal"
Current routine; Wash shoulders only in the shower, sometimes AM sometimes PM, with a cleanser (neutrogena grapefruit) then exfoliate (st. ives apricot (yes I know about the lawsuit)). Once a week I will use a Korean exfoliating rag ( Amazon Link ) to get rid of dead skin.
How long you have been using your current routine: 6 months
Your location Queens NY, Close to Forest Hills

Is it a good idea to start showering twice a day? I usually wash my face only once a day and I manage it pretty well. I had problems with my arms and legs drying out when I tried shower twice a day for a few weeks in high school.

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00LGLOKLM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

These ones! They had a lot of good reviews and pretty cheap so I thought I'd try them out. Note: this is the Canadian site but I'm sure they're even cheaper on the US one!

Exfoliating Bath Washcloth

It's suppose to be great and with winter dry skin incoming, very useful.

Also becuase I’m from the UK I’ll send you back the same products on the UK amazon just to check,


Squalane 100% Pure, 2 fl oz (60 mL) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B003MJG19K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_SI13DbJKGDANR


Jojoba Oil Nature Shine 100% Organic 120ml Pure & Natural Cold Pressed Aromatherapy Unrefined Moisturizer for Face, Hair, Skin, Nails, Cuticles, Stretch Marks & Sensitive https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07L8KBP6T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_RL13DbKESWDQ2


For the scrub they don’t sell it on amazon UK so this is what I’m using at the moment


Soap And Glory Scrub Of Your Life... https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B006L698KA?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share



Loofah I’m using is


Salux Nylon Japanese Beauty Skin Bath Wash Cloth/Towel - White https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B001KMR9WY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_BO13Db43NPXWM

And another one is this:


Korean Italy Towel Exfoliating Bath Washcloth [4 Pcs] (Green) Techef Home https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00LGLOKLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2O13DbMGADH9M



Amlactin

Amlactin 12 % Moisturizing Lotion... https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B000TTPZQ6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Exfoliating with the green scrubby cloth and this.


Korean Exfoliating Bath Washcloth [4 pcs] (Green) by TeChef Home https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LGLOKLM/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_i_adbYDb7HDA5FK

https://www.amazon.ca/Korean-Exfoliating-Washcloth-Italy-Towel/dp/B00LGLOKLM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1536939202&sr=8-2&keywords=italy+towel

Sure thing! Korean Exfoliating Bath Washcloth [4 pcs] (Green) by TeChef Home https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LGLOKLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_9IhNBb7SQ1F4A

Here you go!

Try a Korea Towel!

I’ve been using one for a few months and I can’t stop feeling how smooth my legs are. Obviously this is only intended for body and non sensitive skin such as your face. All you need to do is take a nice hot shower or bath, and after you’ve soaked for a little while, just scrub. Dead skin will just come off in little bits. I seriously recommend these to everyone, especially if you have chronic dry spots, mine were my elbows and shins, and everything is so much better now!

Just posted my routine in another thread! Its also important to make sure you GENTLY exfoliate the dead, dry skin once in a while because products will not seep into your skin if you have a layer of dead flaky skin on top. When I say GENTLY, I mean GENTLY. As in, using very light pressure and circular motions.

I usually gently exfoliate with regular face soap, https://www.amazon.com/Face-Shop-Water-Bright-Cleansing/dp/B00FJ2LU2Q/ref=sr_1_1?crid=QBAXDKBWNEI1&keywords=faceshop+rice+water+cleansing+foam&qid=1558028782&s=gateway&sprefix=faceshop+%2Caps%2C187&sr=8-1 , using an exfoliating towel in the shower, https://www.amazon.com/Korean-Exfoliating-Washcloth-Green-TeChef/dp/B00LGLOKLM/ref=sr_1_25?crid=3OPLND1BSAC82&keywords=exfoliating%2Bcloth&qid=1558028820&s=gateway&sprefix=exfoliating%2B%2Caps%2C192&sr=8-25&th=1 . Put some soap on the towel and exfoliate gently.

For skin, this is what I have found to work best for me. Currently on month 7, 30mg.

Cleanser: https://www.amazon.com/Bioderma-Hydrabio-Cleansing-Dehydrated-Sensitive/dp/B01ES79K4M/ref=sr_1_4?crid=CT33LP9ZQB56&keywords=bioderma+micellar+water&qid=1558027613&s=gateway&sprefix=bioder%2Caps%2C196&sr=8-4

The micellar water works for removing make up, but does not remove waterproof mascara. Use this both morning and night. If I just exfoliated, I will skip this step and go straight to toner.

Toner: https://www.sephora.com/product/moisturizing-toner-P253623?icid2=products%20grid:p253623:product

Serum: https://www.sephora.com/product/the-ordinary-deciem-hyaluronic-acid-2-b5-P427419

Moisturizer: https://www.sephora.com/product/ultra-repair-cream-intense-hydration-P248407

I've tried other combinations and this seems to work the best for me.

For body lotion: https://www.amazon.com/Jergens-Ultra-Healing-Moisturizer-Ounces/dp/B0034F9K36/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=jergens&qid=1558027510&s=gateway&sr=8-4

I use these...feel so smooth and clean after! Lol

Korean Exfoliating Bath Washcloth [4 pcs] (Green) by TeChef Home https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LGLOKLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_O8K5AbKSFZJFR