The world of skincare is super fun and interesting but can also be confusing at times. There is a routine for every part of the body: hair spas for our tresses, a multi-step regimen for the face, different types of mani-pedis for nails, and the list goes on and on. Often neglected here is the body’s largest organ—itself. In all the attention we give to skincare, we forget to honour the body with the TLC it craves.
Truth be told, having a specific routine for the body can be overwhelming to build. A targeted arsenal for body and bath care beyond soaps and lotions to address concerns like ‘bacne’ or strawberry legs will take conscious effort. However, it need not be as complicated as you think. We’ve sorted out dedicated picks to help manage common body care concerns everybody faces.
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1. Body acne:
Breakouts on the body may be hidden under your shirts, but they’re always on your mind. Sometimes, rashy or inflamed; other times—distractingly painful. Either way, The Derma Co 1% Salicylic Acid Daily Exfoliating Body Wash and Body Serum Lotion is a tailored bath care product that has the 1% salicylic acid you need to fight acne-causing bacteria.
2. Body odour:
If you’re a victim of excessive sweating and bad body odour, a formulation like the Plum Bodylovin De-odorizing Pit Cream is tactfully concocted with green tea, cocoa butter and kaolin in three delectable fragrances. As its creamy formula comfortably blends into the skin without leaving aby residue, it keeps underarms odour-free for more than 12 hours by not letting sweat clog the pores or glands.
3. Cellulite:
Cellulite on our thighs or stretch marks on the belly are natural phenomena that so many of us have. While it’s impossible to get rid of them completely, If you would like to reduce their appearance, the mCaffeine Cellulite & Stretch Mark Reduction Duo Kit has the right ingredients to target it. Pure arabica coffee for exfoliating and reducing cellulite, caffeine for toning and argan oil for polishing, and rosehip oil to help reduce stretch marks. With regular weekly use, you may notice a difference.
4. Dryness:
If you have dry, flaky and sensitive skin, use Cetaphil Restoraderm Skin Restoring Body Wash and Body Moisturizer. As a dermat-favourite, the pair is dermatologist tested and clinically proven to be gentle. While the body cleanser is soap-free, the moisturiser improves the skin’s moisture levels and keeps it hydrated for 24 hours. It defends against dryness, irritation, roughness and a weakened skin barrier.
5. Hyperpigmentation:
If you see uneven skin tone or dark spots on your body, you can use St.Botanica Vitamin C Brightening Face & Body Oil and Body Lotion in that order every once or twice a week. The former is a thoughtful blend of vitamin C and natural oils that target early signs of ageing and hyperpigmentation, while the latter has a lightweight formula with hyaluronic acid and vitamin E that improves texture and protects the skin.
6. Ingrown hairs:
If you obsessively pop ingrown hairs all over your body out of habit, use Biotique Bio Nut De-Toxifying Body Scrub to get bump-free skin. Infused purposefully with Vitamin A, walnut oil and neem, this scrub exfoliates the skin to remove impurities such as dead skin cells, dirt and debris that are the main reason behind clogged hair follicles and lead to ingrown hair. It also makes the skin surface smooth. Use it before a waxing appointment to effectively reduce ingrown hairs.
7. Itchy skin:
If itchy skin is the bane of your existence, use St. Ives Soothing Oatmeal & Shea Butter Shower Gel and Body Lotion one after the other. The key ingredients in these body care products say it all. Oatmeal and shea butter work together to soothe itchiness and reduce redness, gently moisturise and improve the texture and appearance of the skin, especially in a mild case of eczema or psoriasis.
