Home Remedies to Get Rid of Dead Skin Cells

1. Oatmeal

The grainy texture of oatmeal works as a great natural exfoliating agent for all skin types. The saponins in it help remove dead skin cells, excess sebum and other impurities.

oatmeal for dead skin cells

Plus, the vitamins and minerals in oatmeal are good for your skin, and the protein in it prevents water loss to keep your skin moisturized longer.

• Put 2 tablespoons of instant oatmeal into a bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt and 1 tablespoon of honey. Apply the paste on your face and massage using circular motions to scrub off the dead cells. Let is sit on your skin for another 10 to 15 minutes, then rinse it off with cool water, pat dry your skin and apply a light moisturizer.
• Another option is to mix 2 tablespoons of oatmeal, 2 to 3 teaspoons of honey, 2 teaspoons of lemon juice and a little water to make a paste. Gently rub this oatmeal scrub on your skin for a few minutes. Leave it on for another 10 minutes then rinse it off.

Repeat either of these remedies no more than once or twice a week. You can use these oatmeal scrubs on your face as well as body.

2. Sugar and Olive Oil

The combination of sugar and olive oil make a great scrub for all skin types. While the fine sugar particles help remove the dead skin cells, olive oil works as a great moisturizer for your skin.

This scrub can be used to exfoliate all body parts, including the lips.

• Thoroughly mix ½ cup of fine sugar and 2 to 3 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil.
• Add 2 to 3 teaspoons of honey and a little lemon juice to the mixture.
• Apply this mixture on your skin and rub it around using circular motions for a couple of minutes.
• Rinse it off with lukewarm water, then pat dry gently.
• Use this sugar scrub once or twice a week.