Wash your hands and cleanse your face or body with a gentle cleanser
Pat skin dry
Choose a gentle exfoliant
Use a soft washcloth for mild physical exfoliation
Apply a sugar or oatmeal scrub with light pressure
Massage in small circles for 20 to 30 seconds
Avoid scrubbing hard
Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water
Pat skin dry again
Apply a moisturizer immediately after
Exfoliate 1 to 3 times per week
Avoid exfoliating irritated, sunburned, or broken skin
Stop if you notice redness, stinging, or excessive dryness
Use sunscreen after exfoliating during the day