Scrub Hard Grit into your hands, focus on problem spots
DUST OFF
Brush off the grit with a soft dry towel
If the grit is sticking, you've used too much!
REPEAT
Repeat 2-4 times per week, or as needed
Regular use keeps your hands Smoother, Softer, Stronger
AVOID THE MESS!
Too much cream traps the grit
It'll end up on your floor, on the couch, or in your bed!
Don't use too much
You've been scrubbing for a minute and a soft dry towel can't flick it off?
Try less!
A little Hard Grit - goes a long way
You only need enough to feel the scrub
Read your skin before opening the tin
Use these protocols for a more nuanced approach to managing your skin day to day
Dry & Peeling
Aim
Clean and hydrate
Method
Scrub for 30-60s. Ensure the grit reaches into the peeling edges to "file" them down.
Conclusion
Use a soft dry towel to dust off the grit. If the particles linger, use less next time. Allow the remaining thin layer of cream to seal the peeling edges.
Allow the thin conditioning layer to sink in.
Wet & Soft
Aim
Mechanical Exfoliation
Method
Short, aggressive scrub to remove surface oils and dead "spongey" layers.
Conclusion
Rinse hands with a small amount of cold water. Pat dry with a soft towel. This will remove the grit and the heavier oils, leaving only the essential waxes behind for a "drier-tougher" finish.
Glassy & Polished
Aim
Restore friction
Method
Target "glassy" spots on tips and pads. Use high pressure in circular motions.
Conclusion
As per your skin type (Dry & Peeling / Wet & Soft)
Thin Skin
Aim
Rebuild
Method
Minimal pressure. Do not "scrub" the thin areas; instead, apply the cream and gently move the grit in a slow, circular motion to stimulate blood flow without further thinning your skin.
Conclusion
Use a slightly damp towel to dab away the grit rather than rubbing. This leaves the maximum amount of conditioning agents on the "hot" spots to facilitate repair. If the grit won't budge, you’ve over-applied. Use less cream to ensure the grit doesn't get trapped against sensitive areas.
Calloused
Aim
Level & Smooth
Method
If your calluses are really severe, your skin may tear, in this case use sandpaper or file to bring it down.
Follow with Hard Grit to smoothen the remaining micro-burrs and blend the edges into the surrounding skin.
This "files" the transition zones to prevent the skin from catching and creating "flappers".
Conclusion
Dust off the shells with a soft dry towel. Do not rinse. You want the concentrated waxes and oils to stay on the callus to keep it elastic and supple rather than allowing it to become brittle and prone to cracking.
Raw Tips
Aim
Protect & Heal
Method
Avoid completely, we do not recommend applying HARD GRIT to broken skin. But if you must, try passive application only. Avoid the grit. The coconut shells will irritate exposed dermis and act as an abrasive on an open wound. Try to apply the cream component only.
Conclusion
Do not rub, dab, or rinse. Any mechanical movement on the "Red Zone" may delay the closing of the skin barrier. Let the cream settle and absorb naturally. Use a slightly damp towel to dab away any grit that gets in. Apply a loose, breathable tape over the treated area once the cream has had a minute to sit. Ensure there is no grit present before applying any bandages.
