Let’s be honest, who doesn’t want flawless glowing skin all the time?
Regular exfoliation will give you that natural glow that your skin has been craving!
Say goodbye to dry, flaky, dull skin! Here are 5 reasons why you should be exfoliating regularly.
So what exactly is EXFOLIATION?
Exfoliation is the process of removing the dead skin cells that have built up on the surface of the skin.
This can be done using the 2 main types of exfoliation. Chemical exfoliation and Physical exfoliation.
PHYSICAL EXFOLIATION
Physical exfoliation is the process of manually removing dead skin cells and dirt by using a textured or grainy exfoliant.
This method usually involves a tool like a sponge, loofah, exfoliating mitts, brushes, but using your bare hands is always your best bet to ensure you don’t over exfoliate.
Beware of using too much force while exfoliating as you may cause tears in your skin and cause irritation.
It’s advisable to use body scrubs once a week to see the best results.
The most common physical exfoliants used are: Sugar scrubs, Pink Himalayan Salt scrubs, Coffee scrubs, Oats scrubs.
CHEMICAL EXFOLIATION
Chemical exfoliators are composed by acids that work to dissolve the bonds between old skin cells allowing the dead skin to peel away revealing new skin cells.
Ingredients like Glycolic acid are a water soluble AHA (alpha hydroxy acid) made from sugar cane which consist of tiny molecules that your skin can absorb easily.
It’s good to note that chemical exfoliants come in different levels of concentration so it’s wise to speak to a dermatologist before you start using them.
Examples of chemical exfoliants: Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Carbolic Acid, Citric Acid, Galactose Acid, Retinoic Acid, Salicylic Acid.
Now that you know the basics, let’s get into the benefits!
1. Improves skin tone and texture
If you’re currently dealing with hyperpigmentation, acne scars and bumpy skin texture, I would step my exfoliation game up by 1000%
Exfoliating not only clears dead skin cells but also leaves your skin feeling smooth, supple and evens out your skin tone and texture over time.
2. Boosts circulation
Exfoliation is a form of skin detoxification.
The action of intentionally massaging your skin stimulates oxygen-rich blood to boost cellular health, remove toxins and nourish your skin from the inside out.
3. Deep cleans your pores
Dead skin cells seal your pores therefore causing a blockage when your sebaceous glands produces oil.
Blocked pores are the main cause of blackheads, acne and breakouts since the oils are trapped under your skin.
Exfoliating regularly will reveal radiant and glowing skin immediately.
4. Boosts the effectiveness of your moisturizer
Exfoliating regularly ensures your pores are open, clean and ready to receive all the goodness your moisturizer, serum or butter has to offer.
It makes sure all the beneficial ingredients are being absorbed into your skin and not just sitting on the surface.
5. Stimulates skin cell renewal
Did you know that your skin regenerates itself roughly every 28 days? That means that your body naturally produces new skin cells every month.
Exfoliating is the key to boosting skin cell turnover, meaning that doing this weekly will reveal brighter, clearer, and younger looking skin.
The older you get, the longer it takes for new skin cells to to generate. A decent skincare routine should include exfoliation to keep the skin fresh, dewy and firm.
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We hope this article has helped you learn about the different types of exfoliants! We’d love to know which you use in your skincare routine!
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