Why it's great: This "gentle, yet highly efficient exfoliator" leaves skin "refreshed and clean," according to reviewers. The "superfine granules" are tough enough to remove dead skin, but don't "tear up your face" like other harsher face scrubs. Users say it's a "worthy expense" because the powder-to-foam formula makes the bottle "last quite a while."
Why it's great: With 150 reviews that consistently rank this face scrub as one of the best, it's no wonder that it made the list of top exfoliators. Several users keep coming back to this product because it not only rids the "grit and grime," it also keeps acne at bay. "My acne has cleared and my hyperpigmentation and acne scars have virtually vanished," says one reviewer. Mild enough for everyday use, readers say this is a good choice for sensitive skin.
Why it's great: "My face felt so soft and smooth after I used this scrub — like brand new," says one reviewer. Readers call the exfoliating power of this walnut-based scrub "intense" — "a very little goes a long way," writes one user. For those looking for an "OMG" kind of exfoliator, this one boasts "extraordinary results."
Why it's great: "This is truly the best product I have ever put on my face," writes one satisfied reader. "The exfoliating polish somehow rids my face of all the dry skin and other imperfections without drying my skin or causing breakouts," she adds. Other reviewers agree that the tiny magnesium crystals in this face scrub exfoliate just the right amount to reveal a "more even skin tone" and "smooth and radiant" glow.
Why it's great: Users with sensitive skin say this product "exfoliates without redness or irritation and leaves skin glowing all day" due to the product's very fine grainy texture. "I've been using this cleanser every morning for about a week and I am amazed at the results on my skin," one reviewer writes. "Well worth the money and a little goes a long, long way!"
We tend to stick to the same three skin care basics: cleanser, moisturizer and sun protection (if we remember). Sure, a lot of women do the occasional face mask or splurge on a facial, but there is one super important step many tend to forgo too often: exfoliating.
For some reason, we assume that as long as we're using a cleanser and applying sunscreen, we're doing "enough." Well, as it turns out, enough is not good enough if it's glowing, radiant skin you're after.
According to doctors Gina and Sid Dinesh, dermatologists in Beverly Hills, California, adding exfoliation to your skin care routine helps the natural shedding process of skin and encourages healthier, smoother, more even-toned skin. Some of the big beauty benefits? Acne prevention, smaller pores, wrinkle reduction — and it even helps all those fancy (read: spendy) moisturizers absorb into the skin.
Since it can be overwhelming to sift through the hundreds of scrubs and exfoliation products out there, we've done the work for you. We rounded up a complete list of the best face scrubs, according to TotalBeauty.com readers. This detailed guide will help you choose the perfect scrub for your face so you can say hello to that gorgeous skin that's just waiting to be revealed.
