3 Benefits of using A Brown Sugar Scrub

 

Skin that is regularly exfoliated is healthier skin, both in appearance and function. Cleansed of dead skin, the largest organ can circulate more efficiently, breathing in good nourishment and expelling toxins. It also glows, is more uniform in appearance with tighter pores, and is soft to the touch.

Here are a 3 benefits of using a brown sugar scrub:

1.  Brown sugar conditions the skin. Unlike white sugar brown sugar is much gentler on the skin, so it is ideal for super-sensitive skin. The natural glycolic acid in sugar not only helps condition and moisturize skin, but protect it from toxins.

2.  Sugar works well to cleanse completely, so it can not only reduce any current body acne you may have, it can also help prevent further breakouts.

3.  Exfoliating with brown sugar relaxes the mind with its delicious smell, which is one of the biggest benefits of using brown sugar. It has a very deep, rich smell that can allow you to completely relax and pamper yourself. 



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Mango Brown Sugar Scrub.....A Sweet Experience...

I have used Soul Purpose bath and body products on my skin, exclusively, for the last 5 years and I must say that my skin is so soft and silky.  My favorite products to use are the sugar scrubs, the brown sugar scrub, especially.

The first time I used the Ghanaian Brown Sugar scrub, I fell in love with it.  My skin felt like butter and after I got out of the shower, I really didn't have to use any lotion or shea butter afterwards.  These scrubs are great for exfoliating and moisturizing dead, dry skin.

Recently, I was asked to try the new Mango and Brown Sugar scrub and OMG, this was a sweet experience.  The scrub made my skin once again feel as smooth as silk and the aroma that filled the air in my bathroom as so sweet and fruity. Just imagine fresh sweet mangoes with brown sugar. The smell made my mouth water!  It's aromatherapy and exfoliation all at the same time.

I have used Soul Purpose products on my skin on a consistent basis, and I must say that my skin is radiant, soft and smooth.  I recommend to anyone reading this blog to try the new Mango and Brown Sugar scrub and take your spa experience to the next level.  Your skin will feel pampered, exfoliated, moisturized and loved!

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Is Sugar getting a bad rap??

Sugar may get a bad rap in sweets, but it’s an excellent ingredient in skincare. Here are three beauty benefits this sweet stuff has to offer:

First, sugar is a natural humectant, meaning it draws moisture from the environment into the skin. So when you apply products with sugar or sugar derivatives, they’ll actually help hydrate your skin and keep moisture within.

Secondly, sugar is a natural source of glycolic acid, an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that penetrates the skin and breaks down the “glue” that bonds skin cells, encouraging cell turnover and generating fresher, younger-looking skin. Glycolic acid is typically used to treat sun-damaged and aging skin. Because it can be irritating to certain skin types, over-the-counter products typically contain less than a 10 percent concentration of glycolic acid in their formulas. Spas and dermatologists may offer more advanced glycolic treatments with concentrations above 10 percent, but those should be supervised by a professional. Because glycolic acid — and all AHAs — exfoliate the top layer of skin, it’s important to always follow with a sunscreen if going out during daylight hours to avoid damaging newly tender skin.

Finally, sugar’s small particles make an excellent topical exfoliant, and are used in a number of body scrubs to exfoliate dead surface skin cells and reveal the glowing, healthy-looking skin underneath. Sugar scrubs also have a few benefits over salt scrubs. For one, small sugar granules are generally gentler than salt, which can cause microscopic tears in the skin; two, because of sugar’s natural humectants properties, these scrubs are more hydrating than salt scrubs, which can strip skin of natural oils.

When choosing a sugar scrub, consider the key ingredient: Brown sugar is softer than granulated sugar, so can generally be used on the face and sensitive skin. Raw sugar (also known as turbinado sugar) is more naturally coarse, so is usually reserved for the body. Do a small patch test if you aren’t sure how your skin will react.

You only need to use a topical sugar scrub about twice per week. Sugar scrubs are great to use in the winter, as exfoliating the top layer of skin helps moisturizers penetrate more deeply and hydrate longer.

Don’t let the title of the column fool you: A high-sugar diet won’t do your skin many favors, but incorporating it into your topical beauty routine can deliver some pretty sweet results.

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