Crushed apricot kernels are used in some exfoliating soaps.
Exfoliating soap is a skin care product that is used to cleanse the skin and also remove dead skin cells. There are two basic types of this soap. One type is used for the face and is usually done with a thinner, gentler scrub. The other is used on the body and can be done with a coarser, larger-grained scrub. The most intense type of this soap is the one that is specifically designed for the feet, since it contains an exfoliant that supposedly helps remove dead skin cells that form calluses.
An exfoliating soap can help prevent ingrown hairs after shaving.
There are several types of materials that can be added to soap to give it an exfoliating quality. In some types of exfoliating soap, loofah fibers are mixed into the formula. Other natural products that are used as exfoliants in this type of soap are algae, crushed apricot kernels and oatmeal. Pearls or synthetic fibers are sometimes used as an exfoliant.
Some women have found that regular use of exfoliating soap helps reduce the appearance of ingrown hairs.
The face is not the only part of the body that can benefit from exfoliation. Skin all over the body can benefit from exfoliation to reveal fresh, new skin. Exfoliating certain parts of the body, such as the back and shoulders, can help reduce body acne. For those who are very flexible, exfoliating soap can be rubbed into these areas and then rinsed off in the shower. For those who are not so flexible, the soap can be rubbed into the head of a brush with a handle and then rubbed into the back and shoulders.
Exfoliating soap contains scrubbing additives.
There are many uses for exfoliating soap. Some women find that using it regularly on their legs can help reduce the appearance of ingrown hairs that result from shaving. It can also help remove dead skin cells from rough hands. It can also help remove dirt deep in the skin and under the nails. For this reason, mechanics and gardeners regularly use exfoliating soap.
People with dry skin should choose an exfoliating face wash that also moisturizes the skin.
After using the exfoliating soap, it is advisable to moisturize the skin. While skin can be healthy and glowing after dead skin cells are removed, it should be kept healthy and fresh with moisturizer or body oil. It’s best to apply moisturizer when your skin is still warm from washing, as it will absorb moisture well in this state.