Do You Really Need to Exfoliate?

Exfoliation is a common buzzword in the beauty and skincare industry. But what is it and what does it really do?

Think of it as a step that can help rid your skin of dead skin cells, help unclog pores and boost circulation. To put it simply, it’s a reset button for your skin. 

Manual exfoliation is quite common and has been practiced for years in India. It involves gentle friction using natural particles like seeds, sugar, salt, flower petals or plant powders to sweep away dead skin. It’s ideal for your legs, arms, back, elbows and feet, particularly if you have ingrown hair or dry patches. 

At Bare Necessities, we believe that exfoliation can be effective, gentle and zero waste! 

Our Terracotta Body Scrub is a nostalgic nod to old school self care. It contains green gram and gram flour, which are naturally cleansing. It's great for sensitive or acne prone skin. It’s packed with pectin and vitamin C, which brighten, hydrate and reduce hyperpigmentation. Saponins are plant based cleansing agents that clear away impurities without drying you out. This scrub is ideal for anyone looking for a gentle yet effective exfoliation with added brightening and soothing. 

Our Coffee Body Scrub promises a wake up call for your morning routine! This scrub is for all the coffee loves, who want smoother, firmer skin, naturally! We utilise recycled coffee grounds as a key ingredient in the scrub. It exfoliates dead skin cells and improves skin texture, all while reducing waste. The caffeine in it temporarily tightens the skin, boosts circulation and leaves a radiant glow. Coconut oil and vitamin E hydrates, nourishes and protects your skin from premature aging and environmental stressors.

Exfoliation guarantees healthier skin and using our nature powered scrubs are good for your skin and the planet - making exfoliation a responsible ritual! 

Scrub kinder, and not harder