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Facial exfoliation is a quick and easy way to whiten skin and improve aging. Normally, exfoliate about 1-2 times a week, but this frequency depends on the skin type. Exfoliating too much or too little will not bring about high efficiency, even causing unwanted effects.
1. Benefits of Facial Exfoliation
Facial exfoliation is a process of removing dead skin cells from the face. Exposure to the sun, busy dust will slow down the natural elimination process of the skin, making dust stagnate, causing acne, dark skin, ... Exfoliating the skin. will bring the following benefits:
Helps whiten skin. Reduces acne Reduces clogged pores Increases collagen production to prevent skin aging Enhances absorption and brings better effects when using skin care products. However, if you exfoliate too many times, it will cause unwanted effects. According to dermatologists, over-exfoliation will cause small tears in the skin and cause capillaries to burst. Besides, if you don't exfoliate, it will cause peeling or redness, pimples, ... These are signs of skin damage and can lead to infections and long-term illnesses like disease. indigo . Inadequate exfoliation allows dead skin cells to build up, potentially leading to dullness, congestion, and rough texture. In addition, other skin care products may not have a chance to penetrate as deeply as desired without proper exfoliation.
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2. How often should you exfoliate your face?
Humans lose about 500 million skin cells a day, which means dead skin can build up pretty quickly. Dermatologists recommend exfoliating 1-2 times a week. However, this frequency depends on each skin type and method of use. Chemical exfoliants tend to be good so use them regularly. On the other hand, physical methods can be abrasive if you exfoliate several times a week.
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2.1 For dry or sensitive skin People with dry or sensitive skin can exfoliate their face about 1-2 times a week and should opt for a chemical method. Because physical exfoliation can cause irritation, worsen dryness and sensitivity.
The best exfoliator is an enzyme, if you have sensitive skin, or a glycolic if your skin is dry and it's best to choose a product that contains moisturizing ingredients.
2.2 For oily or acne-prone skin People with oily or acne-prone skin can exfoliate 2-3 times a week. Choose products that contain salicylic acid because it is oil-soluble. Besides, beta hydroxy acid (BHA) products will help unclog pores without affecting oil secretion. Furthermore, BHA products can prevent and treat acne.
In addition, people with oily skin can also try physical exfoliation to remove dirt and accumulated substances on the facial skin.
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2.3 For combination skin People with combination skin should exfoliate their face about 2 or 3 times per week. And you can choose between physical or chemical methods, and you can even switch between acid and enzymatic exfoliation. In particular, ingredients like mandelic acid are helpful in removing excess oil from the skin but are also mild enough to be used even on dry areas.
2.4 For normal (mature) skin For normal to adult skin, you can exfoliate your face with a gentle chemical method twice a week. If the skin shows signs of irritation, the frequency can be reduced to once a week. People with normal skin are free to choose the methods that work best for them.
An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) product is recommended as it is a comprehensive exfoliator that helps deliver anti-aging ingredients by fortifying the skin's base. AHAs are a popular choice for reducing wrinkles and pigmentation.
In a nutshell, facial scrubs are a quick and easy way to whiten skin and improve aging. Normally, exfoliate the skin about 1-2 times a week, but this frequency depends on each skin type. Ideally, you should go to a dermatologist to evaluate your skin condition and be advised to choose the appropriate method and frequency of exfoliation.
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Reference source: healthline.com
