Exfoliation is one of the most neglected parts of a body care ritual. While slathering on a lotion is a regular part of our morning routines, a serious scrub is often saved for when the sun starts to shine.

But exfoliation is for life - not just for summer. Scrubs help remove dead skin cells for glowing, smoother skin, increase the absorption of body care products, prevent pigmentation and remove in-grown hairs. So don’t just save exfoliation for the week before you jet off on vacation!

In terms of how often to exfoliate, it does depend on your skin type. It's sensible to take it slow, starting just once a week, gently smoothing on the scrub in circles and concentrating on particularly dry areas such as knees, feet and elbows. If your skin tolerates exfoliation well, increase to 2-3 times weekly. 

With this said, it’s also important to know when to step away from your scrub, never use an exfoliant on sunburned, inflamed or irritated skin, or if you have any minor cuts.

Our JOY Prescription: Creamy sugar and chia seed VIOLET HAZE Polishing Body Scrub is fortified with glow-boosting actives and skin barrier-supporting prebiotic inulin to deliver more radiant and refined skin. If you’re looking for the perfect scrub supporting acts, MOON SWIM Hydrating Body Wash will cleanse and balance the skin, while SUNDAY SOFA Rejuvenating Body Butter’s award-winning formulation is proven to deliver hydration for days.