I wish I had time for a super-great facial. I always choose massage and exercise as my go-to indulgences. So, I came up with my own DIY version that can be really easily customized to fit your skin care needs and time constraints. I call it the “Cleansing Scrub.”
Some women favor chemical exfoliants like glycolic and salicylic acid, which work fine. Personally, I like to use a manual exfoliant, though I don’t love exfoliating beads as they’re not great for the environment. Buffing Grains—made from Japanese Adzuki beans—are natural and super-gentle, but leave your skin soft, smooth and glowing. I like to mix Buffing Grains in with Extra Bright Advanced Foaming Cleanser for a really luxurious exfoliant. It’s great because the Buffing Grains allow you to turn any daily cleanser into an exfoliator—I find that when I buy a separate exfoliating cleanser, I’m tempted to over use it. But making my own combination makes exfoliating feel like a special, twice a week spa treatment.
What weekly rituals make you feel pampered?
XO,
Bobbi
That sounds like a great idea. I have always stayed away from exfoliating even though I know it is good for the skin because my skin is so dry. Is the foaming cleanser good for very dry skin?
Reply
Bobbi Brown Reply:
Bobbi’s Extra Bright Advanced Foaming Cleanser is ideal to cleanse your very dry skin, Jane. Simply mix the Buffing Grains with your cleanser and you’re sure to love your smooth and glowing skin. Find both products at http://www.BobbiBrown.com.
Reply
When you have rosacea, what can you use to gently exfoliate?
Reply
Bobbi Brown Reply:
Since rosacea is a medical condition, we suggest contacting your doctor for product recommendations first. We’re happy to provide any ingredient listings you may need simply by emailing us at [email protected]. A member of our team will be happy to personally assist.
Reply
Love the BUFFING GRAINS, but not the packaging. Any way to make the container not glass and/or an easier way to pour only a small amount in my hand at a time?
Reply
Bobbi Brown Reply:
We’ll definitely pass on your wishes, Libby. A great Bobbi tip-Try tipping the jar horizontal, then gently tap the bottom to dispense the perfect amount of Buffing Grains.
Reply
And for an oily complexion…which cleanser.
Reply
Bobbi Brown Reply:
Hi Jeanie. Give Bobbi’s Lathering Tube Soap a try to get squeaky clean skin. Get all the deep cleansing details at http://www.BobbiBrown.com.
Reply
Is this cleanser suitable for oily skin?
Reply
Bobbi Brown Reply:
Bobbi’s DYI Exfoliator is a great option for your oily skin, Sush. Looking for even more skincare tips? Visit http://www.BobbiBrown.com and click on “Talk to an Artist” for personalized suggestions.
Reply
There are polyeurothane beads in the buffing grains as well. :( just an FYI
Reply