The Best Body Scrubs for Supersoft Skin

I’ll buy whatever charcoal-infused product a beauty brand is trying to sell me. I have charcoal shampoo, toothpaste, masks, and (to the dismay of my white shower tiles) I can now add body scrub to the list. I’ve bought my fair share of chalky or too-thick exfoliators that are a pain to even get out of the bottle, but the consistency of this one is a velvety dream. It comes out as a clear gray gel with tiny black beads, and it gets rid of my “alligator skin” (as my mom lovingly refers to it) without leaving me dry. —Shanna Shipin, commerce editor $30, Nécessaire. Get it now!

Sometimes pretty packaging makes me question a product's efficacy, but the unusual (and amazing!) formula of this jelly scrub lives up to its festive outer shell. I'm not huge on body scrubs but this one has activated charcoal and salicylic acid for added impact, and I love how luxurious the application feels. It's not too rough! —Erin Parker, commerce editor $38, Sunday Riley. Get it now!

If you're familiar with Dr. Brandt's incredible Microdermabrasion face scrub, you'll be obsessed with its body counterpart. Like the O.G., the exfoliating crystals are superfine, so they're not too harsh on your skin. The body scrub is also made with aloe butter, chamomile extract, and sunflower oil to leave your newly buffed skin ridiculously soft. —Lindsay Schallon, senior beauty editor $44, Dr. Brandt Skincare. Get it now!

I find a lot of sugar scrubs too harsh, but this one is the perfect texture to buff away dryness without scratching. The base leaves a nice coating of oil on my body—even after rinsing off—that leaves my skin feeling as soft as a baby, even if I skip moisturizer. Other than the smell, which is the most luxurious take on clean laundry, my favorite thing about it is that it's totally vegan and comes in recycled packaging. —Bella Cacciatore, beauty associate $20, & Other Stories. Get it now!

Let me preface this by saying I'm generally not a coconut fan. I find the scent too pungent—or if it's mixed with something tropical, too cloying. This sugar scrub isn't either of those. The scent is sweet, but subtle, like you just cracked open a coconut straight from the tree. The scrub itself is thick and satisfying to dip your hand into, and glides smoothly over your skin without ever feeling too rough or oily. I love it. —L.S. $18, Herbivore. Get it now!

I'm not a heavy body-scrub user, but I do like Tree Hut's Coconut Lime Scrub. It smells heavenly (like an island getaway) and leaves my skin feeling smooth—not stripped, which can happen with harsh exfoliation. While some scrubs can be hard to remove, leaving a sticky feeling, this one rinses off easily and provides lasting hydration thanks to the avocado and almond oils. —Michella Oré, editorial assistant $9, Tree Hut. Get it now!

I wasn't surprised when this gentle exfoliator took home the win for best luxury body scrub in Glamour's Beauty Awards. Its ingredient list reads like a dead-skin-busting powerhouse. On top of its microfine crystals, it's also got chemical exfoliators lactic and malic acids, as well as white tea, chamomile, and olive oil so your skin feels soft after—not stripped. —L.S. $44, Dermalogica. Get it now!

What do you get when you combine coconut oil with brown sugar? Kopari's Coconut Crush Scrub. It's made with an emulsion of crushed Tahitian coconut shells and grainy brown sugar that creates the perfect combination to both hydrate and revive dullness, leaving nothing but a sweet coconut scent and silky smooth skin after rinsing off. —Talia Gutierrez, beauty assistant $39, Kopari Beauty. Get it now!

I'll tell anyone who will listen about my undying love for Dr. Dennis Gross's peel pads. They're the most gentle chemical exfoliator I've ever tried, and trust me, I've tried many. Imagine my excitement then when the brand announced it was coming out with this body version of its best-selling peel. Good news: The lactic, glycolic, and salicylic acids are just as gentle as the original, but have a little more punch to tackle bacne, ingrowns, K.P., and dry skin. —L.S. $58, Dr. Dennis Gross. Get it now!

The Ouai Scalp & Body Scrub has been one of my favorite products I’ve tried this year and will remain a staple in my routine. It has soothed my scalp, and I love that what’s leftover on my hands can exfoliate the rest of my body, so this product never goes to waste. My scalp and skin feel amazing and squeaky clean every time. Also, like all of Ouai’s products, the smell is amazing. —Cassie Basford, assistant visuals editor $38, OUAI. Get it now!

Lancer's Body Polish is a fairly new discovery of mine and one my body is thankful for. It's got a faint warming sensation as you rub it on (always in gentle circular motions) that's as luxurious as it sounds. The gleaming silky finish is just a plus. —T.G. $65, Lancer. Get it now!

This body scrub is a total lifesaver when it comes to renewing my sometimes bumpy upper arms and acne-prone shoulders. With the help of both glycolic and lactic acids, this scrub works overtime to erase dead skin and oil buildup whenever my skin needs a pick-me-up. —T.G. $28, First Aid Beauty. Get it now!

I have sensitive skin that can easily freak out, so I’m hesitant to spend a lot of money on a scrub. This Exfoliating Body Polish is quick and easy to use in the shower and leaves my skin feeling so smooth and nourished. It’s great before shaving, and you don’t have to clean your tub afterward either. —Khaliha Hawkins, producer $6, Dove. Get it now!

If you like your bath products to come with the sensory jolt akin to a great cup of coffee, this is your girl. It's made with an invigorating blend of grapefruit, lemongrass, black pepper, and apricot oil that smells divine, along with a slew of other skin-softening ingredients like vitamin E, evening primrose oil, and demerara sugar. It's definitely an oilier mixture than some scrubs, but it's a dry oil, so your skin never feels slimy or greasy after you get out of the shower—just hydrated and radiant. —L.S. $55, Beauty Pie. Get it now!

At the end of a sweaty day, all I want is to slough my skin with a moisturizing scrub before slipping into cozy loungewear and settling in for the night. This scrub is my go-to. It feels spa-level luxurious, and the alluring grapefruit and coffee scent is at once uplifting and calming. I recommend using in small amounts (two tablespoons at a time) so the scrub will last as long as possible. —Brionna Jimerson, social media manager $18, Glam Body. Get it now!

Pairing Olay's exfoliating powder with its Rinse-off Body Conditioner is the ultimate self-care indulgence I look forward to treating my skin with every week. Some exfoliators are set in stone when it comes to their consistency, but with this powder, you can customize its texture to your preference—all for just $8. —T.G. $8, Olay. Get it now!

No joke, I crave homemade cookies every time I swipe this Brown Sugar Body Polish from Fresh along my body. It melts into my skin after just a few motions, making it an irresistible choice when my body craves a little refresh. —T.G. $68, Fresh. Get it now!

My skin is pretty finicky. Any acids too strong or exfoliants too rough set me ablaze in red, inflamed welts. But the granules in this minty scrub are fine and gentle, and its got hydrating acids that leave a nice, soft feel behind. I use my hands to lightly buff it on—no loofah—so I have control over the spots that need it most. —L.S.

A decadent sugar scrub is just what my dried-out, dull skin craves after a day of many layers and cold weather. Not only is the texture extremely gentle on my sensitive skin, but the powdery floral smell is incredibly soothing. —T.G. $17, Rituals. Get it now!