Why do we develop dark skin spots? This happens when our skin becomes “bruised” by pressure or friction. For instance, our thighs may turn darker if they chafe for extended periods. The skin subsequently develops hyperpigmentation. As a result, making it appear darker.
However, a lot of hyperpigmentation patients are aware of how difficult it is to treat. It appears that no cream or lotion will work except if you’re using a particular scrub that “whitens” dark spots to target and lighten them, which restores the evenness of your skin tone.
How to use a body scrub
Source: Jessica Posh
Here are some great whitening scrubs you can purchase in Nigeria.
- Dove Exfoliating Body Scrub Macadamia & Rice Milk:
Dove Exfoliating Body scrub exfoliates and eliminates dry, drab skin. It deeply nourishes to replenish the natural nutrients in the skin. It has a whipping texture and gorgeously creamy coverage. For silky smooth skin, exfoliate before cleansing.
- St.Ives Fresh Skin Face Apricot Scrub
St. Ives’Ives’ face and body scrub place a special emphasis on sunscreen-infused skin nurturing and brightening.
Contains L Glutathione, AHA, Arbutin, and Kojic Acid and aids in providing vitamins for skin nourishment. Removes ageing and dark spots for skin that is smoother and lighter. It’sIt’s natural contains vitamins and gets rid of wrinkles and dark spots.
- The Body Shop Almond Milk & Honey Body Scrub Exfoliator
With this mild exfoliating cream scrub, which is made to gently buff away dead skin cells and leave skin feeling soft, you can smooth and soften sensitive skin.
Almond Milk & Honey is a carefully developed product for sensitive, dry skin enriched with organic almond milk from Spain and Community Trade honey from Ethiopia.
It is a soft cream scrub that gently buffs away dead skin cells, making the skin feel smooth and soft. It is appropriate for dry, sensitive skin.
- Softsoap Body Scrub Coconut Butter
The Coconut Butter Scrub from Softsoap Body Wash will delight your skin and senses. This body wash is created to gently exfoliate and gently keep your skin hydrated and is made with coconut seed butter.
The use of an exfoliating body wash that is packed with jojoba butter and crushed coconut extracts softens skin by assisting in the retention of natural moisture.
- Dr Teal’sTeal’s Shea Sugar Body Scrub
Shea Butter, sugar and essential oils are used in the formulation of Dr Teal’sTeal’s Shea Sugar Body Scrub to exfoliate and smooth skin. Shea butter, orange, and coconut oil hydrate the skin, while citrus essential oil helps raise your mood.
Use Dr. Teal’sTea’s Sugar Scrubs as a hand scrub in the shower or while bathing. Dr Teal’sTeal’s Sugar Scrubs are free of parabens and phthalates and are vegan-friendly and cruelty-free.
Your skin is exfoliated gently by Shea Sugar Body Scrub. Shea butter, orange, and coconut oil are included to hydrate the skin.
Whitening Scrub Price Range and Available Stores in Nigeria
| S/N | Product Name | Store | Price |
| 1 | St.Ives Fresh Skin Face Apricot Scrub | Jumia | #7,000 |
| 2. | Dove Exfoliating Body Scrub Macadamia & Rice Milk | Jumia | #10,000 |
| 3. | The Body Shop Almond Milk & Honey Body Scrub Exfoliator | Thebodyshopnig | #13,000 |
| 4 | Softsoap Body Scrub Coconut Butter | Konga | #11,000
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| 5 | Dr Teal’s Shea Sugar Body Scrub | Jumia | #12,000 |
