A sugar scrub is a body exfoliant consisting of fine sugar crystals mixed with nourishing oils, acids, and moisturizers so as to gently buff off dead skin cells while at the same time softening and hydrating the skin below. The EUROSOFT by STERIS Sugar Scrub goes beyond the traditional formula by combining natural sugar granules with a complex of glycolic acid and lactic acid which are fruit acids, together with a blend of ceramides, in order to give the skin a smoother, brighter, and healthier appearance with each use.
This formula is suitable for anyone with dry and rough areas on their elbows and knees, or for those who simply want a body sugar scrub that leaves the skin looking smooth and glowing. It is designed to work with all skin types as part of a regular self-care routine.
What This Sugar Scrub Does
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Exfoliates dead skin cells and provides a smoother surface
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Softens skin on touch
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Enhances the appearance of dull skin using an AHA blend of fruits
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Restores hydration to skin with the help of glycerin and ceramide blend
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Leaves skin with a fresh, polished feel — not stripped or tight
How Does This Sugar Scrub Benefit the Skin?
The sugar crystals and hydrated silica remove the dead skin cells via physical means, whereas the AHA fruit acids (lactic, glycolic, tartaric, and malic) act as chemical agents that peel away the dull surface cells to provide even more smoothing effects. The ceramides and glycerin then work to rehydrate and repair the skin barrier function.
How to Use
Scoop a generous amount of the scrub and massage gently onto damp skin in circular motions, focusing on rough areas like elbows, knees, and heels. Rinse thoroughly with water and pat dry. Use 2–3 times a week for best results.
How to Use Sugar Scrub on the Body
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Wet your skin in the shower or bath.
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Scoop a generous amount of scrub and massage in gentle, circular motions over damp skin — focus on rough areas like elbows, knees, feet, and heels.
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Rinse thoroughly with warm water.
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Pat dry and follow with a moisturizer to lock in hydration.
How often: Use 2–3 times a week for best results. Daily use isn't recommended, as over-exfoliating can irritate skin or disrupt its natural barrier.
Why You'll Love It
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Gentle Yet Effective Exfoliation – Natural sugar powder (sucrose) and hydrated silica polish away dead skin cells without harsh scratching, unveiling fresh, soft skin underneath.
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Multi-Fruit Brightening Complex – A blend of blueberry, sugarcane, orange, lemon, and sugar maple extracts combined with lactic, glycolic, tartaric, and malic acids helps refine texture and brighten dull skin.
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Ceramide-Infused Hydration – A ceramide and phospholipid complex helps replenish the skin's natural moisture barrier, preventing post-scrub dryness.
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Deep Moisturization – Glycerin locks in hydration, leaving skin soft and supple rather than stripped.
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Skin-Safe Formulation – Free from harsh abrasives, dermatologically mindful, and suitable for regular use as part of your skincare routine.
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Light, Pleasant Fragrance – A subtly perfumed formula for a spa-like sensorial experience at home.
Ideal For
All skin types looking for regular exfoliation, brighter-looking skin, smoother texture, and improved radiance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is sugar scrub good for dry skin?
Yes. Because sugar dissolves in water and is naturally less abrasive than salt, sugar scrubs are considered gentler and better suited to dry or sensitive skin. The added glycerin and ceramide complex in this formula also help replenish moisture as it exfoliates.
Is sugar scrub good for rough skin?
Yes — sugar scrub is one of the most effective ways to smooth rough, bumpy, or flaky patches on elbows, knees, and heels, thanks to its combination of physical exfoliation and hydrating ingredients.
Does sugar scrub remove dead skin?
Yes. The physical action of sugar granules combined with hydrated silica lifts and removes built-up dead skin cells, revealing fresher skin underneath.
Can sugar scrub make skin smooth and soft?
Yes. Regular use helps smooth rough texture while the glycerin and ceramide blend keep skin feeling soft rather than dry or tight after rinsing.
Can I use sugar scrub on my body daily?
It's best not to use a sugar scrub every day. 2–3 times a week is the ideal frequency — daily exfoliation can lead to irritation, sensitivity, or a compromised skin barrier over time.
What is an AHA body scrub?
An AHA (alpha hydroxy acid) body scrub combines physical exfoliants like sugar with chemical exfoliants — acids such as glycolic or lactic acid — that help loosen dead skin cells at a surface level for a smoother, brighter result.
What does glycolic acid body scrub do?
Glycolic acid is a small-molecule AHA that penetrates easily and helps resurface skin, improving texture and encouraging a more even, radiant tone when used as part of a body scrub.
What is lactic acid body scrub?
Lactic acid is a gentler AHA (often better tolerated than glycolic acid) that exfoliates while also drawing in moisture, making it a good fit for smoothing and hydrating skin simultaneously — like it does in this formula.
Can I use an AHA scrub on my body, and how often?
Yes, AHA-based body scrubs are formulated for regular body use. 2–3 times weekly is generally recommended to balance effective exfoliation with skin comfort.
Can sugar scrub lighten or brighten skin?
Sugar scrub itself doesn't "lighten" skin, but by removing dead, dull surface cells and incorporating brightening fruit extracts (like this scrub's blueberry, orange, lemon, and sugarcane blend), it can visibly even out tone and add radiance over time.
Is sugar scrub good for the face?
This particular formula is designed for body use. Facial skin is more delicate, so a dedicated facial exfoliant with finer granules is generally recommended for the face rather than a body scrub.
Is sugar scrub actually good for your skin?
Used correctly (2–3x weekly, on damp skin, followed by moisturizer), sugar scrub is a great way to maintain smooth, soft, glowing skin by clearing away dead skin buildup and supporting better absorption of the products you use afterward.
What is the best sugar scrub for the body?
Look for a sugar body scrub that balances physical exfoliation with hydrating and skin-barrier-supporting ingredients — like EUROSOFT by STERIS Sugar Scrub, which combines sugar crystals, AHA fruit acids, glycerin, and ceramides in one formula.
Full Ingredients
DM Water/Aqua/Eau, Sugar Powder (Sucrose), Hydrated Silica, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Sodium PEG-7 Olive Oil Carboxylate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Fision Pentafruit V (Water, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Tartaric Acid, Malic Acid), Ceramide Complex CLR™ (Water, Pentylene Glycol, Phospholipids, Sphingolipids), Triethanolamine, CI 16035, CI 19140, CI 17200, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Perfume/Fragrance.
