Detox

5 Ways to Detox Skin at Home

There are several reasons why you need to detox the skin: your environment and age, and to get the full benefits of the products you use. Here’s how you can detox in the comfort of your own home.

By NewBeauty Editors · Sep 10, 2014

There are several reasons why you need to detox the skin: your environment and age, and to get the full benefits of the products you use. Here’s how you can detox in the comfort of your own home.

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What to Look For

Caffeine
It acts as a natural diuretic and makes skin appear smoother. It can also reduce the appearance of cellulite.

Moroccan Rhassoul, Kaolin And Bentonite Clays
They help combat daily exposure to the many pollutants and toxins that slowly accumulate on the skin. The clays can draw toxins through the surface and a nice side effect: internal moisture is also drawn to the surface so skin feels more hydrated.

Camphor, Clove And Mint Oil
They speed up blood flow to the skin and clear environmental debris on the surface, allowing for better penetration of protective topical ingredients.

Glycolic Acid
It’s naturally derived from sugar cane, has been shown to produce primary and secondary effects.

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For Deep-Clean Detox

Recently reformulated and a must for those who love gritty scrubs, OleHenriksen Rub n’ Buff Salt Scrub relies on lavender oil to rebalance the mind, while Dead Sea salt smooths, softens and detoxifies. $38, sephora.com

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For A Bath Booster

The ultimate bath experience, Therapie Roques O’neil Himalayan Detox Salts combines aromatherapy with a mineral-rich combination of Himalayan salts and powdered amethyst, which the company claims helps release toxins and restore energy balance. $70, roquesoneil.com

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A Nighttime Solution

As the name suggests, essential oil–packed Caudalie Overnight Detox Oil works while you’re sleeping to help revitalize tired skin. $52, sephora.com

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A Multi-Tasking Oil

Boasting antioxidant, firming and detoxifying properties, African Botanics Marula Firming Botanical Body Oil sinks into skin on contact to give it a healthy sheen while its powerful fatty acids help provide hydration. $70, skinstore.com

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A Multitasking Mud Mask

Perfect for polishing and purifying the face and body, Skin Authority Deep Detox Ritual Mask relies on the proven benefits of Moroccan rhassoul, montmorillonite and kaolin clays in an essential oil–rich treatment. $36, skinauthority.com