How to Exfoliate Legs?

Loofah or towel
To exfoliate with a washcloth or a loofah, wet it with warm water. If it's dry, it can be too rough. Rub the cloth in small circles on your legs, then follow with moisturizer.

When are you supposed to exfoliate your legs?

"It's best to exfoliate in the bath or shower on wet skin, and don't forget to apply moisturizer after exfoliation to prevent dryness or irritation," she says. Shaving exfoliates the skin, so if you shave every day, avoid exfoliating as frequently, as it can cause irritation.

Do I exfoliate my legs before or after shaving?

According to Sarah Allen, MD, a board-certified Internal Medicine physician and co-founder of The SkinClique, it's best to exfoliate before shaving. "It is great to remove dead skin and debris to leave your skin feeling silky smooth," she says.

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