Dead skin cells form a layer on your skin making it look dull and lifeless. It is very essential that you exfoliate your skin regularly to get rid of dead skin cells to regain glowing skin. Facial scrubs are the best ways to exfoliate.

There are various facial scrubs available in the market, some so expensive, enough to burn holes in your pocket. A solution to this problem is to try natural facial scrubs. They are made from ready to find natural ingredients and are not as expensive. Here are some ideas for effective natural facial scrubs for you –

Instead of throwing orange and lemon peels away, dry them in the sun properly. Then put them in the mixer and make fine powder. Mix this powder with wheat flour or wheat bran and milk. Massage this paste on your face and neck making circular movements for perfect exfoliation.

People with dry skin can try a mix of honey, rose petals and oatmeal. This scrub is very mild and can be repeated every alternate day.

Cut a lemon into half and squeeze out the juice. Mix the juice with 2 spoon of sugar making sure that you do not dissolve the sugar. Now with the help of the lime skin gentle massage the lime juice and sugar granules on your face. This is an excellent natural facial scrub for oily skin. It not only exfoliates but the lemon cleanses the skin making it look fairer and glowing.

Mix chickpea powder with milk. Massage it on your face and neck and leave it to dry. Rinse once the pack starts to dry. You can also mix turmeric powder to it to make it more effective. This can be used as a body scrub as well. Massage it all over your body before bath and wash off with warm water.

For instant glamour try a facial scrub made of honey, lime juice and almond powder. Massage all over your face, leave it for 10 minutes and then rinse. The almond exfoliates at the same time nourishes the skin. Honey moisturizes the skin and lemon acts as natural bleach.

Scrubbing your face regularly will help your skin get rid of impurities and help it breathe. Exfoliation is a key to healthy beautiful skin. However it is important to note that exfoliation should be guided by caution. You should never scrub daily as it might irritate your skin. People with oily skin can exfoliate once or twice a week, while people with normal to dry skin can try once or twice in a month.