Over-exfoliation can cause damage to the skin, leading to dryness, rough patches, rashes, and even microtears in the skin. Here are some details about over-exfoliated skin, including positive and negative effects, ingredients, and materials:
Positive effects:
- Proper exfoliation can leave a fresh, healthy, and fully cleansed epidermal surface.
- Chemical exfoliation can help acne and fight bacteria to prevent skin flare-ups and breakouts.
Negative effects:
- Over-exfoliation can strip the skin of its natural oils, making it dry and dull.
- It can cause microtears in the skin, leading to inflammation and premature aging.
- Over-exfoliated skin can appear red, tight, stinging, and irritated.
Ingredients or materials:
- Hyaluronic acid, zinc oxide, CoQ10, squalane, shea butter, and glycerin are hydrating and calming ingredients that can help soothe over-exfoliated skin.
- Artificial fragrances should be avoided as they can lead to allergic reactions.
- Sunscreen should be worn every time the skin is exposed to sunlight to prevent sunburn and heat rashes.
To treat over-exfoliated skin, a gentle cleanser, moisturizing creams, SPF, and repair creams that help to treat the skin barrier should be used. Seek ingredients like hyaluronic acid, squalene, zinc oxide, shea butter, and glycerin. For very raw or red areas, hydrocortisone cream can help soothe irritation. Aloe vera and fresh cucumber slices can also be used to soothe and cool the skin. It is important to note that healthy skin will look plump, not thin or slick[[1]](https://www.vogue.in/beauty/content/how-to-treat-your-skin-after-over-exfoliation-peel-reactions-red...
