Body scrubs and all-in-one body washes help remove dead skin cells, allowing the moisturizer to penetrate skin. Women also use these scrubs before applying self-tanners for an even look. Some women use body washes with benzoyl peroxide to clear acne from their backs or other parts of the body.
But not all body scrubs are equal, Derick says. "Versions containing fruits smell terrific but can be harsh," she says.
Look for scrubs containing synthetic beads, or tiny grains of sugar. According to Derick, these particles are more uniform in shape than those in fruit scrubs, and less damaging to the skin.
If you have dry skin , use a body wash containing glycolic acid or
lactic acid , which are moisturizing. "They may not smell great, but they work," Derick says. Today:1
