Gommage and scrubs are the exfoliating twins of the spa world, but let’s be real—they’ve got some personality differences that are hard to ignore. Think of gommage as the elegant, smooth-talking cousin at the family reunion, while the scrub is the cousin who just got back from CrossFit and is ready to show off. Both get the job done, but they do it in very different ways.
First up, let’s chat about our refined friend, gommage. If you’ve never used it, a gommage is a cream or paste-based exfoliator, made primarily for delicate skin. Instead of being abrasive, like some scrubs, gommage works its magic by gently polishing your skin. It combines enzymes and exfoliating particles to slough off dead skin cells as you massage it on the face or body. When it starts to dry, it rolls off the skin—think of it like giving your clients a satisfying peeling moment without the harshness. Oh, and it’s especially fabulous for sensitive or dry skin types. Products like the Prosana Gommage Peel deliver these benefits in a way that leaves skin feeling like it just spent a week at a luxurious retreat.
What About Scrubs?
Now, scrubs are the action stars in this skincare routine. They typically contain more robust ingredients, like sugar, salt, or crushed walnut shells, to physically exfoliate the skin. When you rub a scrub into the skin, you’re helping your clients shed that dead skin layer manually. It’s quick, it’s intense, and it leaves the skin feeling smooth and invigorated. But scrubs aren’t for the faint of heart (or the super sensitive!). For clients who love that deep clean feeling and have thicker skin types, scrubs like those found in our Spa Body Treatments collection are perfect.
Which Should You Choose for Your Clients?
Well, that depends on their skin type and what kind of experience they’re after! Gommage is ideal for those with sensitive, dry, or aging skin, as it gently exfoliates without irritation. It’s perfect for clients who prefer a more relaxing, skin-nourishing treatment. Meanwhile, scrubs are fantastic for oily, combination, or thicker skin types that need a little more elbow grease to reveal their glow. Plus, scrubs are often used in body treatments to target rough areas like elbows, knees, and feet.
For spa and salon pros, having both gommage and scrub options in your treatment menu gives you versatility in how you serve your clients. You’ll want to be sure to stock up on a range of exfoliating products. Check out our Premium Skincare Products to keep your back bar stocked with the best options for every skin type.
Do They Work Well Together?
Absolutely! In fact, combining a gentle gommage for the face and a more intense scrub for the body can provide a full-body rejuvenating experience that will have clients floating out of your spa. Imagine pairing a microdermabrasion treatment with a gommage for the ultimate skin polish, then following up with a scrub to deeply cleanse and soften the body. Sounds like a dream, right?
Whether you’re team gommage, team scrub, or a fan of both, Pure Spa Direct has you covered with everything you need to give your clients their glow-up moments. Ready to level up your exfoliation game? Shop our complete range of Spa Body Treatments and Advanced Facial Treatment Products today.