SEDE 101
Your SEDE Bath Soak isn't just for the tub — the same magnesium flakes and Dead Sea salts make for a genuinely good exfoliating scrub. Here's how to do it properly.
Why Exfoliate At All?
Your skin naturally sheds dead cells on its own — that's normal, and it's actually important. The outermost layer of skin, called the stratum corneum, is made up of those dead cells, and it serves a real purpose: protecting the body from water loss, microorganisms, and everyday exposure. Skin isn't "supposed" to be constantly scraped clean.
That said, an occasional scrub — combined with a nourishing, hydrating product afterward — helps skin along in its own natural renewal process. The key word is occasional: once a week is plenty. Daily scrubbing does more harm than good, especially on sensitive skin.
Why Salt Works as a Scrub
Salt is a natural, effective exfoliant because of its texture — the coarser the grain, the more noticeable the scrubbing action. That's exactly why SEDE's Magnesium Flakes and Dead Sea Salts work well for this: they're a genuine mineral texture, not a synthetic bead or filler.
One honest note: a coarser scrub can cause some redness immediately after use, especially on lighter or more sensitive skin. That's a normal skin response to any physical exfoliation, not something to be concerned about — but if your skin is very sensitive, use a lighter hand, or stick to the tub soak instead.
How to Do It
You'll need:
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A small handful of SEDE Bath Soak
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Damp skin (do this in the shower, or right after a bath)
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A washcloth or your hands
Steps:
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Wet your skin first — this is easier and gentler on dry skin than starting cold.
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Take a small handful of SEDE Bath Soak into your palm.
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Apply to skin using gentle, circular motions, working in the direction of your heart — up from your feet and hands, inward along your arms and legs. This is standard technique for any body scrub, not specific to salt.
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Focus on rougher areas — elbows, knees, heels — where a little extra texture is welcome. Go lighter on thinner, more sensitive skin.
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Rinse thoroughly with warm water.
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Pat dry. While skin is still slightly damp, follow up with your SEDE Magnesium Oil, then your SEDE Magnesium Lotion, to lock in moisture right after — the same two-step layer we recommend after any soak or shower.
How Often
Once a week is the sweet spot for most people. If your skin is on the drier or more sensitive side, once every two weeks is plenty. Let your skin tell you — if it feels tight, red, or irritated afterward, you're doing it too often or too hard.
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