Scrubbing keeps your skin healthy

Winter often leaves its mark. Dry heating, little sun, and days spent stuck indoors... it takes its toll not only on your mood, but also on your skin. It often feels dull, tight, and dehydrated. So it's time to revitalize your skin and prepare it for summer. Hydration remains essential, but there's another step that's just as important: exfoliation .

Yet, we often find that exfoliation is forgotten or even consciously avoided for fear of irritation. And that's a shame. A gentle, regular exfoliation removes dead skin cells, stimulates cell renewal, and leaves your skin feeling fresh and radiant again. Moreover, your skincare products work much better afterward.

Why scrubbing is so important

Your skin is constantly renewing itself. Every day, old skin cells are shed and replaced by new ones. Yet, dead skin cells easily build up, making your skin look dull and uneven. Exfoliating helps remove that layer and restore your skin's natural glow.

And there's more:

Purifying effect

Scrubbing prevents dirt and sebum from building up and causing clogged pores.

Better absorption of care

Without dead skin cells, your creams and oils can work better

More even complexion

By refining the skin texture, your skin looks smoother and more even.

Healthy blood circulation

Scrubbing stimulates microcirculation and lymphatic drainage for a fresh, healthy appearance

Cell renewal and collagen production

Regular exfoliation helps to promote firmer, more vital skin

Fewer ingrown hairs

A gentle scrub prevents hairs from getting stuck under the skin

Important to remember

The skin on your face is much thinner and more sensitive than that of your body. Therefore, always choose a suitable, gentle scrub.

For your face | Our Glow-Inducing Facial Scrub , enriched with fine rice grains, removes dead skin cells and gently boosts circulation. Apply, leave on for a minute for a more intense effect, and rinse. Follow with a nourishing day or night cream for a complete treatment.

Bonus tip : Use our Pink Clay Konjac Sponge on days you don't exfoliate. This sponge cleanses extremely gently, hydrates, and balances your skin's pH.

For your body | Our Soft Exfoliating Body Scrub and Bath Oil combines the purifying power of Dead Sea salt with nourishing oils. Massage into damp skin in circular motions, rinse, and finish withDeep Nourishing Body Butter for a silky-smooth finish.

Self's scrubs do more than just exfoliate: they nourish intensively thanks to the power of natural ingredients such as:

Shea butter | rich in vitamins and fatty acids, ideal for dry skin.

Macadamia | restores moisture balance and soothes redness.

Argan oil | protects the skin and helps reduce signs of aging.

Coconut oil | supports the recovery of the skin barrier.

How often should I scrub?

A gentle scrub twice a week is ideal for most skin types. For skin conditions like rosacea, it's best to limit this to once a week. Do you have a dull complexion? Then you can easily exfoliate gently three to four times a week.

Above all, listen to your skin — it will give you the best answer.

Ready to make your skin glow? Try incorporating exfoliation into your routine and experience the difference. We'd love to hear about your experience!

Lots of love,
Team Self

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