• Skip to content
  • Skip to secondary menu
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • Home
  • Shop ModernMom
  • Become An Insider

ModernMom

The premiere destination for moms

  • Parenting
    • Pregnancy
    • Baby
    • Kids
    • Tweens and Teens
    • ModernMom Monday Videos
  • Cooking
  • Living Healthy
    • Breast Cancer
    • Health & Fitness
    • Body after Baby
    • Beauty
    • Relationships
    • Love
  • Lifestyle
    • Crafts
    • At Home
    • Education
    • Travel
    • Pets
    • Decorate
    • Money
    • Brooke Burke
  • Celebrate
    • Holidays
      • Easter
      • Valentine’s Day
      • New Year’s
      • Christmas
      • Hanukah
      • Halloween
      • Thanksgiving
    • Birthdays
    • Parties
  • Must Have
  • Contests
  • Entertainment

Ways to Exfoliate Your Legs

October 11, 2009 by ModernMom Staff Leave a Comment

Whether you just want to show off smooth, pretty legs under summer shorts, skirts and dresses or need to exfoliate before using self tanners, there are multiple options to keep the skin on your legs at its best. The right way to exfoliate your legs can depend upon your needs, skin sensitivity and even how you handle hair removal. Some people may find that using several gentle options regularly works best, while others might prefer a once-every-few-days or once-a-week solution.

Exfoliating Sponges, Brushes and Scrubbies

The most basic way to exfoliate is to simply scrub gently with a rough surface. Loofahs are one traditional option. They are inexpensive, easy to use and natural. You can also opt for synthetic scrubbing sponges with an exfoliating surface or a bath brush. A handled loofah or brush may work well if you have mobility difficulties or need to exfoliate in the shower as opposed to the tub.

Scrubs

Sugar and salt scrubs, as well as similar abrasive products, can also work well. You can make a basic sugar scrub by combining 2 cups of brown sugar with 1 cup of a carrier oil, like light olive or almond oil. Add a few drops of vitamin E as a preservative if desired. Avoid using a salt scrub after shaving your legs to prevent discomfort.

Lotions

Unlike scrubs and loofahs, exfoliating lotions work by using chemicals to remove the hair. Look for products containing alpha hydroxy acids or glycolic acids for an exfoliating effect. While a loofah or sugar scrub is quite affordable, expect these products to be significantly more expensive. Be wary of acid solutions if you have sensitive skin, and discontinue use if redness or irritation occurs.

Comments

comments

Filed Under: Fashion/Beauty

About ModernMom Staff

Reader Interactions

Primary Sidebar

Search

Tell a friend

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
ModernMom Boutique

ModernMom TV

Featured

10 Things I Want My Daughter To Know

The other day one of my teenage daughters told me she was … [Read More...] about 10 Things I Want My Daughter To Know

Must Have

STEM-related Toys to Include in Your Child’s Easter Basket This Year 

April has arrived which means it’s time to pull out the food … [Read More...] about STEM-related Toys to Include in Your Child’s Easter Basket This Year 

Did you know?

Post-Pregnancy Headaches

Post-Pregnancy Headaches

Cures & Remedies for Head Lice

Cures & Remedies for Head Lice

safe to color Your hair while breastfeeding

Is it Safe to Color Your Hair While Breastfeeding?

can you get pregnant on birth control pill if you miss one day

Can You Get Pregnant on Birth Control Pill If You Miss One Day?

Use Frozen Bananas for Baking

How to Use Frozen Bananas for Baking

How to Detect a Miscarriage

How to Even Out a Spray Tan That Left White Spots

How to Even Out a Spray Tan That Left White Spots

Footer

  • About Us
  • Contact ModernMom
  • Advertise With Us
  • Press
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Contributors

Copyright © 2022 Modern Mom. All Rights Reserved.

Reproduction of any portion of this website only at the express permission of Mom, Inc.

The information provided on ModernMom is for educational use only. It should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.