All You Need to Know About Skin Exfoliation

Skin exfoliation is a process of removing dead skin cells to reveal the healthy, new skin underneath. It’s an important step in your skincare routine because it helps you achieve healthier, more radiant looking skin.

The most common way to exfoliate is by using a physical exfoliant or chemical exfoliant. Physical exfoliants are made from natural ingredients like apricot kernels or sugar, while chemical exfoliants are man-made and use acids like alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) or beta hydroxy acids (BHAs).

Exfoliation can be done using a variety of methods, including manual or mechanical exfoliation, chemical exfoliation, and physical exfoliation (microdermabrasion).

Microdermabrasion machines work in much the same way as a pumice stone but with a finer grain. They are also available in different textures from coarse to extra fine which makes it more difficult to remove more than one layer at a time with each pass over the affected area of skin (although some people recommend doing this).

Physical exfoliation involves washing and scrubbing away dead cells with a pumice stone or loofah sponge before applying moisturizer or toner afterwards. This is probably the easiest method for taking off dead skin cells. It’s also effective because it’s not as harsh on your sensitive skin as other methods like chemical peels and laser treatments. Invest in a good-quality loofah or pumice stone so that you can keep using it over time without damaging your complexion further.

Mechanical exfoliation uses suction to remove dead skin cells from the pores using a device similar to an epilator or facial steamer that pulls out the debris from deep within the pores and follicle openings – this method is more effective than microdermabrasion because it requires less time on your skin than other mechanical methods require for full removal of debris.

If you have dry skin or don’t want to use anything too abrasive on your face, try using an exfoliating scrub instead of a loofah or pumice stone. Look for one that contains glycolic acid or alpha hydroxy acids (like lactic acid) that will gently exfoliate without irritating your skin.

A pumice stone is one of the most common skin exfoliators. It works by rubbing or pressing down on the skin to break up dead cells and open pores. Pumice stones have a smooth texture and are made out of silicon carbide, which means they are gentle on the skin. However, they are not recommended for use on sensitive areas such as elbows or knees as they may cause irritation behind these areas.

If you are planning to exfoliate your skin, consider Hedox exfoliating enzyme mask.