BELOW THE NECK - A body skincare routine that will give you baby smooth skin instantly.
BELOW THE NECK
A body skin care routine that will give you baby soft skin instantly.
We’re a little obsessed with skincare over here at DFA. We are always asked “what do you do?”, or “what products do you use?”, however those questions have usually been about our faces, not our body skin…..UNTIL NOW.
One of the reasons we hosted an online Pop-Up Skin Clinic earlier this Spring, is because one of our family members, who is in her 50’s, showed up to a pool-day with the most gorgeous, dewy, flawless body skin ever. Of course we had to know what she was doing, the products she was using, and all of her secrets.
Since then, we have implemented her best practices and products into our own routines and all we can say is WOW!! Our body skin has never been this good; it’s truly miraculous. Those pesky chicken skin bumps on the backs of our arms and legs have vanished. That crepey leg skin that has been a constant struggle is totally gone. We are truly astounded by our results!
““I am so excited to finally find a way to get rid of the ‘alligator’ skin on my legs and arms.
My skin looks and feels rejuvenated.”
~ L. Davis, Scottsdale, AZ”
We are going to share the exact regimen and products with you because we just can't stop raving about our body skin transformation over the last few months. We promise that your skin “below the neck” is going to be glowing like never before.
Because a healthy complexion
Isn’t limited to just your face
Ready, Set, Glow
Here is our DFA Step by Step Below the Neck routine where we outline the process and the products we used to transform our body skin. You can also watch a live demonstration of this entire process during our pop-up skin clinic, Below the Neck.
Exfoliate
This is a two step process:Physical Exfoliation and Chemical Exfoliation
‘Note: Do NOT use these scrubs on your face, neck or decollete – these areas of skin are fragile and must be treated differently than your body skin.’
Once or twice a week (or before a ‘skin revealing’ event), soak in a nice, hot bath** for 15-20 minutes. This will soften your skin and get it ready for your “glow routine”.
DFA Pro Tip: We like to add Epsom Salt to our bath to get the added nutritional benefits while we soak.
We also like to use this time wisely, to catch up on a podcast, listen to an audiobook or maybe even close our eyes and enjoy our favorite music. We recommend using this time for YOU. Let this relaxing soak do more than just prep your skin for the ultimate glow; let it give you the downtime you deserve.
**If you do not have a bathtub, no worries! Turn your shower into a steam room. Close your bathroom door and turn on the shower using hot water. The bathroom will begin to fill with steam (this is perfect!) Once the water is hot, step into the shower and just stand under the water. Don’t worry about washing your hair, or shaving your legs, just stand there and let the water fall around you.
After the bath:
Step One - Physical Exfoliation
Now that your skin is soft, you want to use a scrub. We have had magical results with the KP Duty, Scrub. The reason we love this scrub is it combines the benefits of a chemical peel and microdermabrasion into one single, easy-to-use formulation. Plus, it’s infused with green tea and willow bark which allows for a refreshed, revitalizing, spa-like experience.
You can of course use your hands for massaging this scrub into your skin, however we opt for a Korean Bath Mit. Remember, your body skin is tough and can handle a good scrubbing. Don’t be worried if you turn a little pink - trust us, you will -- and this is a good thing. Spend time on each body part; don’t rush through this process.
This scrubbing routine provides more benefits than just glowing skin. Stay tuned for our blog on what we learned from a certified Korean Lymphatic Drainage Massage Specialist that has changed our bodies forever.
Step Two - Chemical Exfoliation
When it comes to getting that glowing skin, it is all about ‘the tingle’… The secret is to use products with active ingredients that will exfoliate the skin and promote cellular turnover. Active ingredients aid in, anti-aging and are the key to getting you that glow.
These active ingredients are just as important for your body, as they are for your face. As we age, our bodies’ just don’t “turnover” our cells as fast, leaving our skin feeling dull. The good news is we can “assist” this process with incorporating skin care products and routines that aid in this .
Now it’s time to tingle. You will hear us talk a lot about the tingle and why it is so important to not only achieve that glow, but also maintain it forever. That tingle you feel on your skin is when you know your products are working. We look for products containing ‘glycolic acid’ which is the holy grail for exfoliation. Using a gentle at home chemical exfoliant will be the game changer in your skin care routine.
Once we are fully scrubbed, we will rinse and dry off completely. Now it is time to use Glycolic re-surfacing pads all over our body. We love the re-surfacing pads by QRX Labs. These pads are designed to be used for your face, however, personally, we would never use these on our faces, as we feel they are a bit too harsh. For body skin, however, they are fantastic! Plus, they are infused with Vitamin B5, Vitamin E, Vitamin C and natural oils, which is an added benefit that your body skin will love.
Take one pad and wipe it all over your body skin (Note: you may need to use a few for this process). You will know that you have used up all the product on the pad when it starts to dry out. When you are done, let the product soak in for a few seconds and you will start to feel that ‘tingle’ we are talking about. Don’t rush the tingle - just let it be. This is the part in the process that is really getting your skin ready for the next step.
Okay, now rinse off again and towel dry.
Step Three - SLOUGH
Now it is time to slough off the rest of that dry skin layer. We know, this sounds a bit gross and it kind of is, but it is also AWESOME.
We use a product called O.R.G. Mineral Body Peel that is inspired by Asian beauty traditions. We all know Asian women have infinite knowledge when it comes to beautiful skin.
This product is a mineral based natural product with enzymes that naturally slough off the dry skin. Spray it directly onto your body skin, let it sit for a few seconds, and then start rubbing your skin (where you applied the product). You can use your hands, or to really amplify it, use your Korean bath mitt. That remaining dry skin will start to slough off - you will literally see your skin sloughing off. It is incredible!
Do this entire process three or four times on each area of your body until you feel like you have really removed all the dead skin.
Next, rinse off.
Step Four – HYDRATE
Hydrating the skin is the final step and is key now that you have freed your skin of that layer of dead skin, you want to soothe and hydrate your skin. There are so many great body lotions to choose from and we are big fans of having a few different body are products on rotation.
Our line-up consists of lotions that don’t just moisturize, but also stimulate cell turnover. These products contain active ingredients, like glycolic acid. We love Paula’s Choice RESIST Skin Revealing Lotion. On days when we just want pure hydration, we love to use something that feels luxurious and is also full of great ingredients. For days like these, we love Necessaire, The Body Lotion. This body lotion is like a multi-vitamin for your skin.
‘For best results, we recommend doing your body care routine at night so your skin can recover and renew while you sleep. Not to mention, the nice, hot Epsom salt bath will have you sleeping like a total baby.’
Our last and final step: SPF.
During the day it’s all about SPF. You want to apply sunscreen from head to toe. Now that you have revealed that fresh layer of skin, you are more susceptible to sun damage. That being said, don’t skimp on the sunscreen during the day, even when you are working from home.
Since adding this body skincare routine to our weekly regimen we can honestly say it has given us more confidence. We know you will be just as amazed as we were at the immediate results you will see in your body skin after just one DFA Body Skin session. We can’t wait to follow your progress and see your results. Please comment here and please tag us on Instagram @dfa_club and show us that glow.
Until next time….