What is a Body Scrub Massage?

A body scrub massage is a type of massage where a body scrub is used instead of regular massage oil. A body scrub is a beauty product that’s usually made from natural ingredients such as sea salts, sugars, and oils. These ingredients are mixed together to create an exfoliating product that can be used on the skin. Apart from removing dead skin cells, it can also improve blood circulation and moisturize the skin.

This type of massage can be done at home or at certain massage parlours. In general, you will be expected to use your own body scrub product if you want to get a body scrub massage at home. However, many spas offer their own scrubs as part of their treatment packages. If you’re getting this type of massage for the first time, it’s usually best to get one done by a trained professional so that you know exactly what to expect. 

The great thing about getting this done in a spa setting is that you have access to premium quality scrubs along with other treatment options that are designed to soothe your muscles and relieve stress.

Whether you’re a professional massage therapist or just someone who loves to give the occasional backrub, there are some things you should know before you get started.

First, this type of massage can take time. Even if you have a full hour to devote, it might not be enough—the skin will need time to absorb all the goodness of the scrub, and then there’s washing it off and applying lotion. So set aside an hour and a half to be safe.

Second, always prep the skin for this type of massage. This includes two things: shaving your skin, and wetting it. So if you’re doing this for your partner, make sure they are freshly-shaven and that you have a spray bottle filled with water nearby so you can keep their skin wet throughout the process.

A complete body scrub massage can have a slew of skin benefits. Some of them are:

• Body scrub massage helps exfoliate your skin: By removing old, dead skin cells on the surface of your skin, it encourages new cell growth and leaves your body feeling smooth and supple. It is especially helpful for people with dry skin conditions because it removes the flaky skin and moisturizes the surface of your body — making you look healthier.
•  Body scrub massage also improves your overall skin complexion: As dead cells are removed from the surface of your skin, new ones will replace them. This leaves your skin looking fresh and radiant.
•  Body scrub massage has several other benefits that are not as well-known: It can help reduce cellulite, stretch marks, acne scars, uneven pigmentation, age spots, dullness and dryness of the skin. The most popular body scrub treatment is a salt scrub — this involves applying salt to the entire body to remove dead cells from the surface of the skin.

How often you should get a body scrub massage entirely depends on your skin type and how sensitive your skin is. The short answer: 2-3 times a week, and no more.

Here’s the thing about body scrubs: they have an exfoliating effect that helps slough off dead skin cells, which can help smooth out the appearance of your skin and make it glow more than usual. That’s why it can be tempting to do it all the time! 

But with anything that has such a drastic effect on the appearance of your skin (from something as simple as taking off makeup at night to something as involved as getting a body scrub), you have to proceed with caution.

Start by getting one every week for a month, then build up to two times a week, then finally three times a week. Let your body get used to the new treatment and adjust accordingly. This will help you avoid redness and irritation after each session, which is totally normal in some cases but should not be happening every time you get one done.

The same way we recommend not overdoing face masks or leaving makeup on overnight, we also don’t recommend doing body scrub massages more often!

Body scrub massage is an amazing way to get your skin feeling like new. But there are some cases when you should avoid it.

First off, you shouldn’t get a body scrub massage if you have a sunburn or have recently applied chemical peels to your body. Secondly, you should also avoid it in case of tanning right before the procedure. But if everything is fine on the skin part, don’t hesitate to try this amazing experience!

To make sure that nothing’s wrong with your skin, just take an appointment with an experienced dermatologist. They would guide you well on your current skin condition and on that basis, you may or may not take a body scrub massage!

Is a Body Scrub Massage really worth it?

The answer is a resounding YES! A body scrub massage combines exfoliation with a full-body massage, and the result is a spa treatment that will leave you feeling like a brand-new person. The exfoliation benefits are clear: when you regularly remove dead skin cells from your body, your skin will be healthier, smoother, and more even in tone. And what could be better than being comfortable in your own skin?

But the benefits don’t stop there. A massage is an excellent way to relax, relieve stress and muscle tension, and calm anxiety. The endorphins produced by a massage can help you feel more centred and balanced. Massage can also help lower blood pressure and improve your sleep quality.

When you combine all these benefits into one treatment, you’ll be feeling like your best self in no time—and we think that’s worth every penny!