Exfoliating is the process of removing dead skin cells from the surface of the skin using a chemical, granular substance, or exfoliation tool. Exfoliating can be done using physical or chemical exfoliants. Physical exfoliants require manual scrubbing or rubbing and include cleansing scrubs, body brushes, and loofahs. Chemical exfoliants use acids to dissolve dead skin cells and debris and include alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta hydroxy acids (BHAs) .
Product Details:
- Good Molecules Overnight Exfoliating Treatment is a facial exfoliant with AHAs to resurface for even tone and texture. It contains glycolic and lactic acids that work on the surface level of the skin, removing dead skin cells for smoother and even textured skin. It also contains salicylic acid, a BHA that helps fight breakouts and improve texture.
- Paulas Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant is a toner that contains salicylic acid, a BHA that unclogs pores and exfoliates the skin. It also contains green tea extract and chamomile to soothe the skin.
Positive:
- Exfoliating can help improve the texture and appearance of the skin by removing dead skin cells and unclogging pores.
- Physical exfoliation offers immediate results.
- Chemical exfoliants can be less harsh on the skin than physical exfoliants.
Negative:
- Physical exfoliation can sometimes irritate the skin and may result in transepidermal water loss if performed incorrectly.
- Chemical exfoliation can irritate the skin if done incorrectly.
Ingredients or Materials:
- Physical exfoliants include cleansing scrubs, body brushes, and loofahs.
- Chemical exfoliants include AHAs such as glycolic and lactic acids and BHAs such as salicylic acid.
