Organic Beauty View

After a vigorous, circulation-boosting cardio workout, it feels amazing to exfoliate and really make the most of your glow.  It’s the ideal time to call upon a good (but gentle) scrubbing exfoliator. If you’re a new fan of Terralina (check out our earlier post here), you’ll be excited to hear that the brand finally released their new Gentle Facial Exfoliator- and it was worth the wait!  I especially love the creamy base that washes away without a trace of sticky film. I’ve also been testing the light Bamboo Exfoliant from Zia (winner of a Best Exfoliant award from Natural Health magazine) and John Masters Organics Jojoba & Ginseng Exfoliating Face Cleanser. All three are physical exfoliants, meaning they contain tiny, scrubbing grains (finely ground olive pits, rice bran and jojoba beads, respectively). They’re also antioxidant-rich and contain soothing ingredients that balance their exfoliating properties. Although many brands say that their physical exfoliants can be used every day, they’re really best used no more than 2-3 times each week. Scrubbing too often risks sensitivity and redness- the opposite of glow! Give one of these a try next time you work out- especially if your skin is calling out for a little renewal. You’ll love the results! Writer :: Jolene Hart