Why include a body scrub or exfoliator in your skincare routine?

Every day, the skin accumulates impurities, excess sebum and dead skin cells. Without regular exfoliation, your complexion can become dull, pores can become blocked and the effectiveness of your moisturisers can be reduced. Using a body exfoliator once or twice a week offers numerous benefits:

• Optimised hydration: By removing the barrier of dead skin cells, your body lotions, oils and balms are absorbed much more effectively.
• Smoothing of skin texture: Reduces the ‘strawberry skin’ effect, releases ingrown hairs and softens rough areas (elbows, knees, heels).
• Boosts microcirculation: The massaging action stimulates blood and lymphatic circulation, promoting skin tone.
• Extends your tan: Gently exfoliating your skin before and during the summer evens out your tan and makes it last longer.

Mechanical scrub or enzymatic exfoliation: which treatment should you choose?

At Salle d'ô, we select a range of textures and formulas to precisely meet the needs of every skin type:

1. Mechanical Scrubs (with grains)

Ideal for revitalising the skin and toning the body thanks to natural exfoliants:

• Sugar scrubs: Melting and soothing, they are perfectly suited to normal to dry skin.
• Sea salt scrubs: Rich in minerals, they offer a more intense exfoliation to remineralise the skin.
• Plant-based powders: Apricot kernels, coffee or coconut husks for a firming effect.

2. Gentle & Enzymatic Exfoliants

Specially formulated for delicate, reactive or redness-prone skin:

These treatments work without mechanical friction, using fruit acids (AHAs) or natural enzymes (papaya, pineapple) that gently dissolve impurities and dead skin cells without irritating the skin.

💡 Salle d’ô’s beauty tip: Always exfoliate on clean, slightly damp skin. Apply using gentle circular movements, working upwards from the ankles towards the upper body to stimulate circulation. Rinse off with lukewarm water, then immediately apply a moisturiser or body oil.

Salle d'ô’s commitment: healthy, respectful formulations

Because skincare should be both a sensory experience and respectful of your health, the Salle d’ô range prioritises natural formulations, free from microplastics that pollute the oceans, and enriched with premium plant-based oils (argan, jojoba, sweet almond, shea butter). Discover committed brands that transform your shower into a true moment of well-being.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should you exfoliate your body?

It is recommended that you exfoliate your body once or twice a week. For very sensitive, reactive or particularly dry skin, exfoliating once every 10 to 15 days is more than enough to avoid damaging the hydrolipidic film.

Should you exfoliate before or after using soap?

It is best to wash first with a shower gel or mild soap to remove surface impurities from the skin. Then apply your exfoliator to clean, damp skin, and rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.

Is there a risk that exfoliation will remove your tan?

No, quite the opposite! Your tan is located in the deeper layers of the epidermis. Exfoliation only removes dead, grey and dull cells from the surface, which makes your tan brighter, more even and longer-lasting.