4 Tips To Make Your Skin Smoother Than A Dolphin From Head To Toe

I doubt the name needs much translating, but here’s what I mean: skin that is smooth, even-toned, super-bouncy, and most importantly, healthy as can be. Below, four tips to encourage this slippery look. 

"Gentle exfoliation can help [loosen] the free edge of hairs that may be trapped under the skin," said board-certified dermatologist Joshua Zeichner, M.D. "This can give you a smoother shave and lower the likelihood of razor bumps or irritation." 

You’ll definitely want to do this after you shower, but feel free to level up and apply lotion twice daily if you feel like it or if your skin feels particularly dry. 

Exfoliants will slough off dead skin cells and boost radiance, in addition to preventing ingrowns. Retinol, on the other hand, has plenty of body skin benefits, including: 

You can find retinol in body lotions or body serums, but make sure you skip using retinol and exfoliants in the same night, as the duo can irritate your skin. 

Last but certainly not least: Invest in skin supplements. While not every supplement out there is an A+ pick, there are plenty of ingredients that can help support healthier, tighter, dolphin skin—including collagen peptides.* 

Not sure where to look? Here’s our curated list of the nine best collagen supplements on the market right now. 

If you want skin as smooth as a dolphin, it takes some dedicated steps. First, if you choose to remove hair, do your best to avoid razor bumps. Then find a lotion you love and apply it at least once a day. Finally, never overlook the power of active skin treatments and skin-boosting supplements.