During the winter due to the lack of being able to be out in the sun and having to wear long sleeves I always suffer from Keratosis pilaris. This is a build up of keratin in my pores that block the hair follicles. It causes dry, red bumps on my upper arms. Using this vanilla scrub once every week and a half or so keeps it from happening when just using soap or body wash with my everyday showers does not. A little goes a long way and it is worth every bit the price. I can even use Tionne's cocoa butter or shea butter after I've dried from my shower and will not get those little rolls of ick you sometimes get from putting on store bought lotion while my skin is still damp. Absolutely love this brand. Loyal customer here!!