A body polish is a popular treatment and looks more like a facial but for the body. Unlike scrub, body polish removes oiliness and accumulated impurities that are hidden in the pores of the skin and mainly moisturizes and leaves the skin soft and smooth. Helps to create a new layer of cells, renews, brightens and helps the skin better absorb moisturizers- the perfect home spa product.
On the other hand a body scrub also contains an exfoliating ingredient such as sugar, salt, grains, etc. which when used for massage, removes dead cells and stimulates increased blood circulation in the body. This makes the skin glowing and supple.
Although there are several similarities, the goals of the two treatments are completely different. The goal of a body scrub is exfoliation and cleansing while the goal of body polish is exfoliation and hydration. The body scrub usually consists of a higher exfoliating ratio while the body polish consists of a higher oil content.
Therefore, the best body treatment depends on the goals we are trying to achieve. If we want to exfoliate the skin, a body scrub is the best solution. However, if we want a richer treatment that moisturizes our skin, body polish is a suitable option.
In today’s formula I used purple clay because frankly, I like the colour. However, it is a mixture of white clay and other mineral pigments that cleanses and softens the skin. Removes dirt and impurities and is suitable for all skin types. Before using it in our formulas, it must definitely be sterilized.
how to sterilise clays or powders before using them in your cosmetics
To sterilize your powders or clays and make sure that the material you use in your cosmetics is safe for your skin, you'll need:
- clay or powder of your choice
- sterilised baking tray
Pour the clay or powder into the baking tray (after you have sterilized it) and spread the material all over the surface of the tray. Place the tray in a preheated oven at 150 degrees Celsius and bake for 1.5 hours. Remove the tray from the oven and allow the clay or the powder to cool down. Put it in a sterilised container. Ensure that the clay or the powder is completely cool before closing the container.
formula for 100 g | 3.53 oz
25 g | 0.88 oz volcanic grains
17 g | 0.60 oz shea butter
14 g | 0.49 oz baobab oil
10 g | 0.35 oz plum kernel oil
14 g | 0.49 oz emulsifying wax
2 g | 0.07 oz mimosa floral wax
15 g | 0.53 oz purple clay
1 g | 0.04 oz broad spectrum preservative
0,5 g | 0.02 oz vitamin E
1,5 g | 0.06 oz fragrance oil (optional- I used Lilac f.o.)
- volcanic grains are lava powder from Iceland and provide deep cleansing to remove dead cells.
- shea butter stimulates skin elasticity and helps retain natural moisture, baobab oil enhances rapid cell regeneration and keeps skin healthy while plum kernel oil is highly aromatic and is one of the oils with the fastest absorption from the skin.
- mimosa wax comes from mimosa flowers (acacia decurrens) and prevents dehydration of the skin creating a waterproof film while the addition of vitamin E helps the oils and butters of the formula to avoid oxidation.
other Lilac Drops formulas:
💜 Lilac Drops facial peeling mask
Stella Crown©
