KiKi Carr
Exfoliation is the ONLY step in any skin care routine that keeps the skin looking youthful, bright and CLEAR! There is no other step in a skin care routine that can or WILL provide the benefits of exfoliation.
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What is Exfoliation
Exfoliation is the process of removing dead skin. Dead skin often gets stuck to our skin because of sweat and oil. Exfoliation helps to remove dead skin, facilitate new cell growth, aids in the prevention of clogged pores, increases skin respiration and enhances nerve stimulation.
Types of Exfoliation
There are two types of exfoliation, chemical and physical. However, there are multiple kinds of exfoliators.
Chemical
- Acids
- AHA
- BHA
- Enzymes
Chemical exfoliates are everywhere! They are in soaps, moisturizers, serums, masks, omg I can go on and on but you get the point. A chemical exfoliate dissolves dead skin. Acids are more aggressive than enzymes. Acids resurface all skin while enzymes only target dead skin.
Physical
- Scrubs
- Brushes
- Wet or dry
Benefits of Exfoliation
The most common benefits of exfoliation are:
- Faster product penetration
- Deep pore cleansing
- Removes dead skin
- Smoothes and softens
- Increases moisture retention
- Evens skin tone
Can I Exfoliate with Acne?
Not only can you add exfoliation to your skincare routine, but you actually should! Exfoliating oily acne prone skin helps treat and prevent break outs. Regular exfoliation will brighten your complexion, keep the pores from becoming clogged, increase product penetration and treat hyperpigmentation.
Exfoliation is essential for clear skin. Exfoliating too often will compromise the skin barrier. Over exfoliation will result in complications such as redness, water loss, and other irritating skin conditions.
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About the Author, KiKi Carr
- Cosmetic Formulations Chemist
- Licensed Aesthetician
- Makeup Artist
- Educator