When it comes to healthy skincare and looking your absolute best, exfoliation is a must. By exfoliating the skin you are actually removing dead skin cells from the skin’s surface to reveal the healthy and glowing skin below.
Immediately after you exfoliate for the first time, you’ll notice cleaner, fresher and smoother skin. But what happens over time is where the real benefit is found. A habit of regular exfoliation can solve many common skin problems as well as aid in reducing fine lines and wrinkles. And these great benefits can be yours just for getting rid of some dull, dead skin.
While skin exfoliation typically brings to mind something you physically do to your skin, it’s important to note that the skin does exfoliate itself naturally as well. However, various environmental and lifestyle issues tend to slow this natural process making it essential for most people to do some exfoliation on their own.
Aging skin tends to regenerate a bit slower than youthful skin which is due in part to a delayed exfoliation process. In addition, combination skin and oily skin types often experience a slower rate of natural exfoliation than those with normal healthy skin.
When considering whether exfoliating your face is something that you would like to do, there are a few things to keep in mind. If your skin is older, or you have a skin disorder or you have extraordinarily sensitive skin, exfoliating should do wonders for your face.
One option that you can select is to try manual exfoliation, where you use a product along with a soft washcloth or something like an exfoliating mask to cleanse your skin. While this has the benefit of immediate results, you might want to chemically exfoliate skin, a process which has less risk of irritating the delicate skin of your face.
Chemical exfoliants are widely available both over the counter and through your dermatologist. They come in gel, cream or serum form and should be used on clean skin. Some of the most popular exfoliation products include alpha hydroxy acids, or AHA’s. AHA’s are derived from fruits and like the manual solutions, work to remove dead skin cells from the skin. You can find several varieties and brands on the market and most provide excellent benefits to your skin.
Consider exfoliation if you’re looking for a way to brighten dull skin and achieve a younger look. Your face will benefit from the fantastic anti-aging benefits of smoother skin and you’ll be taking an important step toward maintaining your skin’s health.
