The 4 Steps to a Healthy, Radiant Body Skincare Regimen

So, we covered how to keep a great facial skincare routine, but what about the rest of your body? It needs to be shown some TLC, too! When you commit to a great body skincare routine, your next waxing appointment becomes as easy and painless as possible. The more regularly you exfoliate and keep your skin healthy, the less that dead skin cells get in the way of your experience.

If you’re already used to keeping a facial skincare routine, you’re already familiar with each step. Exfoliating is probably one of the most important steps when it comes to a full-body routine, and especially when it comes to waxing. Incorporate the parts you’re missing into your daily shower to save some time!

1. Cleanse your skin

Up first, of course, is a cleanse! You might not notice it, but over the course of the day it’s not just your hands and feet that pick up dirt, oil, and debris. Your skin is your largest organ, and your first defense against harmful bacteria, infection, and illness. 

Pick the right body wash for the job

Perfumes, sunscreens, and dyes that are applied throughout the day sometimes dry out skin. You don’t want a body wash or soap that dries out your skin even more! Watch out for products that have moisturizing ingredients in them such as shea butter or various plant oils for that moisturizing goodness.

Fur’s All Body Wash is the perfect product for a gentle, restorative, hydrating body wash. It features sweet almond oil, castor seed oil, vitamin E, and coconut cleanser to target a wide variety of skin concerns.

2. Methods of exfoliating

Overall, exfoliating is about removing the dead skin cells from the surface layer of your skin. There are many different methods available to achieve this, depending on your skin and budget. Exfoliating regularly helps to prevent breakouts, unclogs your pores, lets other products absorb deeper into your skin, and more!

Exfoliating gloves

Throw away that old loofah, because it’s not doing your skin any favors! It’s easiest to exfoliate your body in the shower, and specific exfoliating mitts and gloves are the best way to achieve great results. Fur offers a pack of three reusable, double-sided exfoliating finger mitts. The soft side is perfect for sensitive skin, and for exfoliating in the couple of days after a waxing appointment. The other, more textured side is great for rougher, less sensitive areas of your body.

Dry brushing

If you prefer not to exfoliate in the shower, a dry brush is the way to go. Don’t just use any brush, though! The dry brushes available for skin exfoliation feature special, firm bristles. When you use a dry brush, never apply too much pressure, and use small, upward strokes to exfoliate your skin. The bristles of the brush will stimulate your pores and help your lymphatic system release toxins.

Start by 1-2 times a week if you haven’t used a dry brush in order to familiarize your skin with the sensation of dry brushing. Avoid dry brushing any cuts, rashes, or bruises, and don’t use a brush made for dry brushing on your face. Also, dry brushing reduces the appearance of cellulite when consistent with this tool in your weekly regimen.

Body scrub

Another option for use both in and out of the shower is an exfoliating body scrub. Zandi K offers a variety of scrubs, fit for every skin type! While not as luxurious as the Fur Oil line of products, Zandi K are a great, cheaper alternative for an effective skincare regimen.

3. Spot treatments

Next up, you apply any specific treatments to address any skin issues or concerns that you have. Apply these right after exfoliating for best results and absorption into your skin!

Ingrown hair treatment

Nobody likes dealing with ingrown hairs! Thankfully, there are treatments out there that you apply to freshly waxed skin that prevents them. Combined with a great exfoliating routine, and you can kiss your ingrown hairs goodbye!

The natural oils in Fur’s Ingrown Concentrate also helps to reduce redness and irritation, and is safe to use on even the most sensitive skin. Ingredients include coconut oil for moisturization and skin healing, tea tree oil, tamanu oil, and chamomile extract. 

Antioxidants and vitamin C

Other body serums and products are out there to nourish and benefit your skin. Look out for serums that include antioxidants such as vitamin C to brighten skin tone and reduce hyperpigmentation. Vitamin C also helps to prevent the damaging effects caused by the sun’s UV rays.

4. Moisturizer

Finally, a moisturizer finishes off a great body skincare routine. The right moisturizer leaves your skin feeling soft and healthy at the end of your regimen. Unlike facial products, you can use heavier ingredients such as coconut oil without having to worry about clogged pores or breakouts. If you deal with acne on your body though, use whatever your esthetician recommends to you.

Lock in hydration

For the further prevention of ingrown hairs, ensure silky smooth skin, and easy absorption, look no farther than Fur’s signature oil. You may also cocktail Fur Oil with Fur’s Stubble Cream. Don’t let the name fool you, because it’s just as effective as an all over body moisturizer. It’s the perfect moisturizer for at-home, post-wax care.

Necesse Aesthetics carries all of the products mentioned here to keep a perfect body skincare routine! For the best waxing services  in San Jose, Necesse Aesthetics has you covered. Expert advice, technique, and customer service are the standard, leading to flawless skin for you!