How should I use it before self-tanner or body lotion?

Use the scrub in the shower or bath on damp skin. Take enough product to cover the area you want to treat, massage it in small circular motions, and pay a little extra attention to rougher spots such as elbows, knees, and heels. Then rinse thoroughly with water. After rinsing, pat the skin dry with a towel rather than rubbing it vigorously, because freshly exfoliated skin is more sensitive.

For self-tanner, the exfoliating step matters because it helps remove the dead cells that can make tanner look patchy or uneven. After you rinse off the scrub, wait until the skin is completely dry, and only then apply self-tanner. The same principle works with body lotion: exfoliated skin allows the lotion to spread more evenly, so the order should be scrub, rinse, dry, moisturize.

A few practical rules come with this type of product. Do not use it on freshly shaved skin — shaving already removes a surface layer and increases sensitivity, so it is better to shave first and leave the scrub for another day. Skip the scrub if the skin is irritated, damaged, or sunburned. Avoid contact with the eyes.

As a starting point, one to two times a week is a sensible frequency for a physical body scrub, but adjust it according to how your skin feels. If you have sensitive skin, start gently, use less pressure, and stop if you notice any discomfort. If you have a chronic skin condition, are pregnant, or are taking medication that affects the skin, consult a specialist before adding this product to your routine.