Are you wondering do I really need a facial exfoliant? Maybe, or maybe not. Advice from a beauty & wellness professional on all the things you need to know about facial exfoliation.
So, do you need an exfoliant in your skincare routine? Long story short, yes. I’m sorry if you were trying to save money in this area.
Eventually, every skin type will need a facial exfoliant, because your skin will need to resurface and remove dead skin cells, dirt, and bacteria clogging your skin’s pores.
This is what exfoliants do. There are two types of exfoliants. One you can physically feel the beads in the exfoliant and/or you would wash off.
The other feels like a regular facial wash and more than not you leave this on. This exfoliant is said to be the only real exfoliant says professionals because of its highly potent ingredients.
But I will say a lot of beaded exfoliants are just there to add some fun color or the actual rough feeling most people like when applying an exfoliant. I feel there is a time and place for both.
That’s why my top picks are a mix of physical and chemical exfoliants. Depending on what your skin needs for your concern and season.
Here are my top exfoliants that make a real difference in your skin.
ILUMA intense brightening exfoliating cleanser
- This product is a wash-off exfoliating cream. It leaves a brightened glow over time. No stripped feeling because it contains skin-replenishing oils. This product could be used every day, but without a professional evaluation, I would recommend using it once or twice a week.
SkinCeuticals Micro-Exfoliating Scrub
- This is a wash-off exfoliate that is great for all skin types including dry. Not too harsh as it includes aloe leaf and glycerin for a cooling after-effect. This exfoliant is great for everyone because it is little enough for people with sensitive skin and it is used by estheticians for this reason as well.
Get it on the SkinCenticals Site
Caudalie
Deep Exfoliating Cleanser
- I love this exfoliate mostly because it targets large pores but also it also targets dullness and uneven skin tone. So, if improving texture is a big concern for you this one might be a good fit. This is a beaded cream, wash-off exfoliate.
Moon Juice
Acid Potion AHA + BHA Resurfacing Exfoliator
- This exfoliant is a leave-on. After a freshly washed face and neck pat in a quarter amount to finish off our night routine. With leave-on exfoliants, I would suggest starting off with putting in on your concern areas and not the whole face as this ar very potin.
Paula’s Choice
Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
- I used this exfoliant a lot for my large pore problem. Ugh, it is something that can never be completely gone but you can keep it out of site out of mind with a really good routine including this exfoliant. This product states it works well with acne-porn skin, but I would still check with your estee or dermatologist for confirmation.
Ps -Try to stick to one brand when using heavily contracted exfoliants like exfoliants with AHA and BHA in them. Anything natural-based or at any local drug store is usually fine to mix. And don’t forget your sunscreen.
Xxoo Lulla
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