How to Get Soft Skin Fast

Lemons are used in many skin treatments

Life can get hectic and sometimes basic skin care can be neglected, leaving skin rough, uneven, and dry. Exfoliation is one method to quickly soften, skin as dead skin buildup causes roughness. Luckily there are plenty of inexpensive home remedies available to soften skin by exfoliation with as little as one application. Such remedies also keep skin smooth, supple, and free from clogged pores. Simply use the best remedy for you based on your skin type; however the following white sugar and lemon juice recipe is suitable for all skin types.

Things You'll Need

• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon or lime juice
• Soft soap
• Measuring cup
• Small mixing bowl
• Fork
• Loofah or wash cloth

Instructions

1. 

   White sugar is a common ingredient in skin scrubs

   Measure 1 cup of white sugar and 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon or lime juice, and pour them both into a small bowl. Mix the ingredients well with a fork.

2. 

   Vegetable-based soaps will not dry out skin

   Run a bath and heavily lather face and body with a soap that won't dry out skin, such as castile soap.

3. Apply the sugar-lemon juice mixture on top of the lather. Use a loofah or a wash cloth to scrub entire body with the mixture and lather. Rinse with warm water for soft, glowing skin.

Tips & Warnings

• There are many other home remedies for soft skin. Try rubbing the fruit of the papaya on the skin for 15 minutes. Get super soft hands and feet by mixing 3 teaspoons of baby oil and 2 teaspoons of sugar together and rubbing on hands, feet, or any dry skin. Leave the mixture on for 10 to 15 minutes.

• Use any treatment with caution if you have sensitive skin or are prone to skin allergies. Test an ingredient on your forearm before any full application.

References

• Fat Free Kitchen: Smooth Skin Tips

Resources

• Earth Clinic: Beautiful Skin Remedies
• Natural Home Remedies: How To Get Soft Skin