Now I understand a bit better how the skin works, I cannot go two weeks at most without exfoliating my skin. Initially, I thought exfoliating regularly damages the skin, but with more knowledge on how it effectively improves the skin, I am happy to exfoliate every other day.
While there are other skincare steps that are vital to the skin, exfoliating is one step I don’t hear people talk about often. When I say “people”, I don’t mean the skincare/beauty experts or aestheticians. These people understand the value exfoliating adds to the skin. This article however, is for those who don’t think it’s a necessary step to add to their skincare routine.
Exfoliating is the process of removing dead skin cells from the surface of your skin. By so doing, you get to detoxify your skin and boost blood circulation, which in turn, reveals a brighter, healthier looking skin.
I started exfoliating regularly 3 years ago and my skin has never been the same. I can see how visible, bright and even my skin looks. It is a step I will always include in my routine. The Dermalogica daily exfoliant has made this possible because I am not one to venture into different types of exfoliating products because they contain AHA, BHA, Glycolic Acid or Salicylic Acid, which can be harsh on the skin if not used appropriately.
benefits of exfoliating regularly.
Unclogging pores/ Reduces Acne: Exfoliating regularly will remove any dirt or debris clogging your pores, thereby allowing your pores to gradually tighten your pores and prevent breakouts.
Improving skin texture: Exfoliating regularly will remove dead surfaces that clogs the skin. This will reveal a smoother skin texture.
Stimulating collagen production. As we age, we loose skin elasticity, which is the protein that makes our skin look younger and youthful. Exfoliating regularly helps new skin cells regenerate and grow, allowing a more beautiful and youthful looking skin.
The Dermalogica daily microfoliant is my absolute favorite. I cannot go without having this in my collection. It is a gentle exfoliant that can be used daily as the name says. This powder texture transforms upon contact with water and you create a paste that you gently massage into your skin. I leave on for about 3-4 mins and wash off. This leaves my skin incredibly smooth afterwards. It is one exfoliant that works perfectly for my skin that I don’t want to try any other product for fear of the unknown. However, I have used the Dr Dennis gross peeling pads at a facial session I had, and gladly my skin didn’t have any reactions.
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