What Nobody Told You About Exfoliation

Wednesday, August 12, 2015, 11:16 [IST]

We tend to firmly believe the fact that clear skin is a result of thorough cleansing. We invest on the best cleansers.

But the fact is, exfoliating your skin is the real reason behind its glow. Yes, cleansing cannot clear all the dead skin cells in one go, but exfoliation can.

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But it should be done in moderation. And this applies to all skin types. Especially, those with sensitive skin should carefully deal with the scrubbing process.

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Consult a dermatologist to get a suitable exfoliating product and the 'frequency of scrub routine' prescribed. Now, here are some exfoliation facts.

Fact #1

Your skin can exfoliate itself. It sheds dead skin cells and renews itself. But as you age, the natural exfoliation process slows down which makes your skin look pale.

Fact #2

Those who wax their face regularly can avoid exfoliation at least on the days of waxing.

Fact #3

Too much of harsh scrubbing will harm your skin terribly. This is one of the exfoliation facts that we tend to ignore.

Fact #4

Chemical peels are okay when used only once a month. In fact, they help avoid the process of scrubbing skin.

Fact #5

People with oily skin tend to think that exfoliating more can get rid of the excess oil. In fact, this is counter productive because the skin tries to compensate by secreting more oil.

Fact #6

There are 3 exfoliation methods. They are chemical, manual and electronic methods. It is advisable to use them only once a week.

Fact #7

What's the best time to exfoliate? Skin experts recommend morning time as the best time to scrub skin.

Fact #8

Some exfoliation products come with harsh particles. Though they scrub well, they may cause redness too. Select a product which contains smooth particles.