(Part 2) Best body scrubs & treatments according to redditors
We found 179 Reddit comments discussing the best body scrubs & treatments. We ranked the 115 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
So, I grew up using these and having them used on me (Korean spas have ladies who will scrub all the dead skin off for you for a fee).
Rather than a shower, soaking in the tub for for about 15-20 minutes is much better than standing in the shower (grab a book or something). I tend to drain most of the water after my soak and use a bucket to rinse as I go (scrub, rinse off, scrub, rinse). If you need to do your back, the best is to have someone do it for you! If you have a family member or significant other who won't be grossed out by it, it's really the best way to reach your back.
Remember not to scrub too hard - you don't want to give yourself a rash (or what I call 때밀이 [ddaemiri] burn - ddae is what we call the grey dead skin that comes off)! There are also soaps that help with the whole process - you use it before you scrub.
[This exfoliating soap] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073H4L9ZR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Cd4OBb8CTBM3E) is the most common one that I've seen.
How to use the "exfoliating" soap:
Using the soap beforehand is supposed to make it easier for you to get all your dead skin stuff off :) Scrub gently!
I've had KP since I was a kid and am finally getting handle on it in my 30s. My current routine is glycolic lotion twice a day, creams on the affected areas 3-4 times a day, and then physical exfoliation and using zinc or sulfur soap a couple times a week to keep the bumps at bay. But since skincare is YMMV, here's the exhaustive list of almost two decades of treatment, in case some of these other things will work for you!
100% of the items can be purchased via Amazon in the US - it's pretty much the only way I shop.
Beginner Level
If your KP has just appeared, focus on physical+chemical exfoliation and moisturizing. Look for lotions with the following ingredients:
Paula's Choice and Derma Doctor's KP duty both work well because they combine a few of these, but you can also get Amlactin, Eucerin and Glytone which are more focused on a single ingredient. Nearly all of the Eucering, Gold Bond, Cetaphil, etc. creams that work have one of the above ingredients, so take a look at the back of the bottle or on CosDna to figure out what works best for you. Prescription creams include Carmol 40 and Ammonium Lactate in higher concentrations.
Physical exfoliation includes:
My dermatologist also recommended moisturizing CONSTANTLY, which really helped smoothe my arms. According to his instructions, "constantly" meant that I needed to be able to feel the lotion on my skin 24/7 for at least 3 weeks, which for me meant a new layer of cream every hour or two. Pretty much any moisturizing lotion or cream will do. I'm partial to [CeraVe Moisturizing Cream] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B013GDK3SQ/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1) (creams are less watered down than lotions, and this one drys down wonderfully, leaveing my skin feeling buttery but not sticky). Lush dream cream and Aveeno are also faves.
Intermediate Level
If a bit of exfoliation and moisture aren't working, you might want to consider if there are other skin conditions making your KP worse. For example, it turned out for me I had some fungal skin issues that made my KP bumps more inflamed. Topical steroids can help, but use with care as they can cause skin thinning. Try adding something with the following ingredients in to see if any of the following work. Also talk with your derm about getting a mild prescription treatment that might include an antibacterial or steroid component.
As others have mentioned, sunlight also helps. Either give yourself 15 minutes of sun a day or look into UV treatments.
Finally, consider dietary factors – for me cutting out dairy, sugar, and gluten when I really want crystal clear skin makes a big difference. Adding healthy oils and fats to your diet can also improve skin quality.
Advanced Level
I not only have KP, but years of scarring and redness (Post Inflammatory Erythema, or PIE) from picking at the bumps when I was younger. Laser treatments have almost 100% gotten rid of this and made my arms the smoothest and clearest they've been in almost two decades. However, these are pricey (for me, ~$200 a treatment and it took 4) and a serious time commitment. But if nothing else works, consider it.
Other Tips
I did a ton of research on ingrowns when I started getting them just shaving my legs (ugh). This is what has helped:
I’d also take the fungal advice seriously. Ingrowns can get infected really fast and you need to be sure you’re treating the whole issue and not just part of it.
Good luck! I hope it all heals soon!
Edit: here’s a funny comic about ingrown hairs if you need a little pick me up while you’re battling this.
Thick curly hair clean & tamed:
I am a fan of dry shampoo. Brands like batiste and shhh! Can be found at Target, Walmart, five below. IT'S BEST applied before bed, so it's absorbing oils overnight, comb out in the morning.
I have long hair that I sleep with it in braids or two buns on either side of my head. Don't put your hair up tightly, or you risk traction alopecia.
Using a wide tooth comb on wet washed hair with a leave in conditioner will help battle Frizz.
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Clean and odor free:
The parts of you that stink are going to be creases and folds; so daily with mild soap (I like a small bit of dr. Bronner's of your preferred scent mixed with a basin of warm water, use a washcloth to apply to your dirty areas, then wipe with a rinse water rag twice to remove soap and dirt, then pat dry.
Areas of focus:
Face, neck, chin (especially creases if you have a double or triple chin),
Armpits
Under breasts/between breasts if you have big boobs.
Belly button
Genitals/groin, lifting under your gut if you have one,
Butt crack, under-cheeks if you have a big butt,
Hands
Feet.
For any open sores, clean according to your doctor's instructions. I have lymphedema which has a smell when it leaks. I use abdominal pads to soak up most of the liquid and medipore to cover the whole pad and adhere it to my skin. If it's very bad smelling, I change the dressing twice a day using skin prep pads to avoid skin tears, before applying the adhesive. Then I'll wrap that area with a clean roll of reusable fabric bandage and I have sometimes sprayed the fabric with a bit of febreeze on the side not touching my skin, or kept inexpensive activated charcoal packets tucked under the fabric but above the dressing, if that makes sense.
Looking your best re: skin flaking;
If your skin is flaking constantly and you don't have a diagnosed reason, your skin is most likely too dry, or you are not exfoliating well. I exfoliate twice a week by taking a long shower, but if you can use a bath to save water, that's better. (I can't get out of a bath on my own.)
Let your skin soak/become wet for 10+ minutes.
I use both a product exfoliant, (exfoliating body wash + scrub), and once that's done well I use a Korean body scrub washcloth like this :
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SG4YWYL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_p9RKDbDQZ4C7H
You can find them online or at Daiso for a dollar or so each, they're machine washable and very effective. You don't have to apply a ton of pressure and they don't damage living skin, only the dead skin.
After I have rinsed, I use a body oil or body cream, depending on the time of year and how my skin is behaving. A lotion with lanolin, cocoa butter, or almond oil should do well. I like natural lotions best.
As for clothes that look good, I find I feel best about myself in a maxi-cut skirt, as long as it's not so, long or loose it catches my wheelchair wheels. I look dressed up without having to have freshly shaved legs or a perfectly toned form. I pair bright skirts with a simple blouse that's roomy but conservatively cut, and then I pair a cardigan, denim jacket, or blazer if it's likely to be cold. I'm in clothes that are soft fabrics, not restrictive, and I look put together.
Simple jewelry like earrings OR a necklace, a ring, and a watch on opposite hands, plus a coordinating purse helps you look put together.
I also buy pretty patterned skirts to pair with a solid top, or I wear a patterned top with white jeans and a black blazer, etc.
Alternatively, a monochromatic look can be great, black pants, black pumps, white blouse, black purse? Add a red beaded chunky necklace, tiny silver and pearl ring, red headband or glasses, and tie a red and white scarf to the handle of your tote and you've gone from ” Olive garden waitress” to ” put together."
Keep a lint roller or brush in your car or tucked into a bag to clean off crumbs, pet hair, etc.
I hope this is helpful, feel free to ask if you have questions.
Eucalyptus and Tea tree oil scrub! My teammate recommended and now I swear by it. I use it every couple of days in the shower when I have my conditioner in before I shave my legs. No more ingrown hairs or butt rash/acne. a link on Amazon to the one I use bath and body works sells one too I believe
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Which salt scrub? I rotate these:
Avocado Body Scrub 10 oz - Exfoliating Scrub for Skin Brightening, Anti Aging and Dark Spots - Infused with Vitamin C and Avocado Oil to Exfoliate and Moisturize skin - Brooklyn Botany https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072BCWY7F/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Jc0Xzb5SMJF94
The BEST Charcoal Scrub 10 oz.- Best for Facial Scrub, Pore Minimizer & Reduces Wrinkles, Acne Scars, Blackheads & Anti Cellulite Treatment - Great as Body Scrub, Body & Face Cleanser https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MR2W0D9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_dd0XzbK6DKYWZ
Himalayan Salt Body Scrub with Lychee Essential Oil from Majestic Pure, All Natural Scrub to Exfoliate & Moisturize Skin, 12 oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01K8PEZMU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Kd0Xzb434PXDZ
Anyone have experience with this Dead Sea Mud Mask?
I have no experience with cleansing masks, but I found this on Amazon:
> LIST OF INGREDIENTS: Deionized Water, Kaolin Clay, Glycerin, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, C14 - C22 Alkane, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Stearic Acid, Cetyl Alcohol, Magnesium Aspartate, Zinc Gluconate, Copper Gluconate, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Extract, Tocopherol, Tetrasodium Edta, Phenoxyethanol, Hexylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol
Alternatively, you could also buy some kaolin clay and mix it with water and/or oil.
https://www.reddit.com/r/DIYBeauty/comments/6d31k4/any_suggestions_for_making_a_claybased_cleanser/
Supplements I use:
Potassium Citrate:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ENSA93S/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1
D-ribose:
https://www.amazon.com/BulkSupplements-D-Ribose-Powder-1-Kilogram/dp/B00GK618MM/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=d-ribose%2Bbulk&qid=1555607267&s=gateway&sr=8-4&th=1
Vitamin D topical oil:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003800UXG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The CBD rub that really does work for localized pain:
https://www.cbdforlife.us/products/pure-cbd-for-life-rub-lemongrass-9oz/
The CBD drops (I use two bottles a month because I take it twice a day):
https://www.cbdforlife.us/products/phytocannabinoid-rich-hemp-tinctures-peppermint-600mg/
The CBD drops my mother uses (It's less potent than mine, but it is effective):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079VS8JY9/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The bourbon glaze that I use for the salmon with crumbled bacon (this is the only brand that I don't react to and I use many of their products):
https://www.amazon.com/Tastefully-Simple-Bayou-Bourbon-Glaze/dp/B07CJ4BBVH/ref=pd_rhf_ee_s_rp_0_6/145-0852273-7564060?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07CJ4BBVH&pd_rd_r=f07be981-5f7f-4b64-b074-6f6689529de0&pd_rd_w=2mI49&pd_rd_wg=UOIxO&pf_rd_p=f4c63947-4e8b-4aeb-a925-1d4e1a211124&pf_rd_r=M37B69YVXZGSHB14S318&psc=1&refRID=M37B69YVXZGSHB14S318
The betain HCL I use to help with digestion:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000M4CD2C/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Here's the clay (but any brand will do):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N4O0PJ3/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?smid=ADVD72ZOFGYC8&th=1
Here's a video on how to make the clay. (I use a blender and add a TBSP rubbing alcohol as a preservative.)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMwgwL6BQRM&t
I get the melatonin at Walmart and I do need 10mg. I've tried the lower doses and they don't work for me at all.
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I must add that I use blue light blocking glasses in the evening on the recommendation of my doctor and it really does work remarkably well. I put them on around 7:30PM and I'm out by 9PM.
There are a ton of them out there. Just make sure they have orange lenses. These are the ones I use with my glasses.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07L86SX8Q/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_7?smid=A3CRVK3XPP291V&psc=1
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A link to a post I made about skin care.
https://www.reddit.com/r/carnivore/comments/beeczy/carnivore_skin_care_anyone_with_skin_issues_or/
Hey I was just going to say...I, too, have very dry areas on my face, to the point my skin starts peeling. And I also have to be careful what kind of exfoliator I use bc they can be too harsh and make my skin break out. I found two scrubs on Amazon that have a smaller, finer “grain”...PLUS, they help even out your skin tone, brighten up your skin, and actually help keep it moisturized too. And they honestly aren’t expensive (especially since you’re not supposed to do it more than 3 times a week...max...so it can last a good long time).
I have used both and can attest to both being amazing. This brand also makes five other scrubs...the Himalayan Salt Scrub should NOT be used on your face but I do like it for small areas on my body (it can sting if you have any tiny cuts or sensitive areas tho). The other four from them (Spirulina, Brown Sugar, Charcoal, and Coffee), I have not tried.
Pomegranate Scrub
Coconut Scrub
If you ever decide to try any of these out, I hope they really help! I know how hard it is to get dry skin under control...
Edit: words bc it’s late lol
I want to try this coffee scrub to hopefully help with some scarring and skin issues I have.
Thanks for the contest!
I used to have the same issue! Now whenever I shave, I use a body scrub and a shaving cream. I’ll link what I use. (Plus, I have really thick hair and I like wearing shorts and skirts, so I pretty much have to shave everyday)
Tree Hut Shea Sugar Scrub Marula & Jasmine ~ 18 oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DMFB530/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_8V5PAbYQQ9SFQ
Aveeno Therapeutic Moisturizing Shave Gel, 7 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000536EY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_yW5PAbBTWVM80
83% from $59.95 to $10.
That original price is a bit absurd.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TKD35BH?smid=AEWXAV3T5UC41&ref_=aga_p_title
cleared my face up after having flakes for months/ years been about a week of being clear.
Maris Sal, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Grapeseed Oil (and) Eucalyptus oil (and) Lemon Oil (and) and Grapefruit oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Stearic Acid, Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil, Spinacia oleracea (spinach) leaf powder, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycine soja (Soybean) Oil, Ascorbic acid, Polysorbate 60, Tocopherol, Citrus Sinensis (Sweet Orange) Oil, Xanthan Gum
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xanthan gum is suppose to help cooconut oil also good Eucalptus oil another plus.
Happy bday!
This cute iphone 6 plus [case] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N24PBXN/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1YY0TPXGWF8FT&coliid=I3ADMS4I34F32&psc=1) w/ a kickstand. If your phone isn't plus-sized, they've got one that for [that] (https://www.amazon.com/kickstand-Akna-All-Standing-Kickstand-Flexible/dp/B06XRRJPXR/ref=pd_sbs_107_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01N9U2VY3&pd_rd_r=2EAB52XY9VXFV24C7TBH&pd_rd_w=4AVr8&pd_rd_wg=meADo&refRID=2EAB52XY9VXFV24C7TBH&th=1) too.
If you don't own an iphone, then this 5-star [body scrub] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06WD3M4XB/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1YY0TPXGWF8FT&coliid=I3OIOH6IQCQMIE)
And happy birthday to you too, /u/LadyAmpersand.
heres a lemongrass scrub!
Actually I didn't crop anything out, but good try. You can go look at the page now and see nothing is cropped
It is most probably a vetiver bath scrub... made out of the roots of vetiveria plant.
Check this out for comparison... At first it must be rough to use but, Since yours is very old and overused it felt soft i guess... the wax thing is, maybe to hold the roots together...
Earlier it is uncommon and a bit rare to buy, thanks to online shopping...