The difference between scrub and exfoliating gel. Which is better?

Scrubs and exfoliating gels are both skin care products used to cleanse the skin. There is not much difference between scrubs and exfoliating gels in essence. Both can remove aging cuticles from the skin. So, what are the specific differences between body scrubs and exfoliating gels?

The difference between scrub and exfoliating gel

The difference is that one is a physical method and the other is a chemical method. Scrub is a physical exfoliation method, which refers to using products containing scrub particles to rub the skin through the small sand particles to remove dead skin. Exfoliating gel is a chemical exfoliation method, which means applying an exfoliating cream or liquid containing chemical ingredients to the skin surface to soften the keratin cells and rub off the dead skin. Therefore, exfoliating gel is milder than scrub.

Which is better, scrub or exfoliating gel?

Both items have their own benefits and can make the skin smoother and slough off dead aging cells! The key is which one suits you.

1. Scrub

Scrub is a new and old product in one, which refers to an emulsified cleanser containing uniform fine particles. It is mainly used to remove dirt deep in the skin and remove dead skin. It is mainly used to remove dirt deep in the skin. By rubbing it on the skin, it can peel off the aged scaly cuticles, remove dead skin, and refine enlarged pores, thereby brightening the skin complexion!

Scrubs are a physical exfoliation method that uses friction from particles. Physical exfoliation refers to the use of exfoliating products containing abrasive particles to rub the skin and remove dead skin. This method is relatively irritating and is suitable for normal skin, oily skin and pigmented skin.

2. Exfoliating gel

Exfoliating gel is a gel-type exfoliating product that is more chemical-based. It mainly uses the chemical ingredients salicylic acid and enzymes to soften dead skin cells, thereby promoting the shedding of dead skin cells to achieve the effect of exfoliation! Exfoliating gels are chemical methods. Chemical exfoliation refers to applying an exfoliating cream or liquid containing chemical ingredients on the skin surface to soften the keratin cells attached to the skin surface and then rubbing off the dead skin.

This method is relatively less irritating and is suitable for dry skin, sensitive skin and aging skin. For normal skin, use once a week. For oily skin, use it once every 3-4 days; for dry skin, use it once every half a month; for sensitive skin, use it once a month. Exfoliating too frequently or not at all is bad for the skin.

Why do we need to use exfoliating products

The epidermal tissue of our human skin is divided into five layers. The basal cell layer is the source of growth of the epidermis. The cells in it continuously divide, gradually move outward and change, and finally form the stratum corneum, which provides the epidermis with basic friction, sun protection, moisturizing and other functions. The outermost layer of old keratin forms scale and then falls off, while maintaining a certain thickness of the stratum corneum. The rate of renewal varies according to individual constitution, body part and age. Generally speaking, it takes about two weeks for the basal cell layer to form the stratum corneum, and it also takes two weeks for the stratum corneum to form scale and then fall off the skin. The body's metabolism is slow, and the aging cuticles deposited on the surface of the skin are more likely to accumulate and thicken, making the skin look dull. Therefore, it is even more necessary to remove this layer of "old clothes" from the skin. Regularly use a mild exfoliating lotion to remove aging cuticles to help promote epidermal metabolism, cell renewal, and restore the skin's smoothness and tenderness.