If you’re reading this, you know the importance and benefits of exfoliation on your skin. Great, you’re on the right track already! When choosing what method of exfoliation you want to use, it’s important to do your research. Some may contain particles that do indeed exfoliate, but they may be too harsh for your skin- such as causing micro-tears, leaving you with damaged skin. Just be sure not to overuse the exfoliants. Exfoliants are to be used a maximum of 2-3 times a week, Here at Health Fitness Revolution, we have found the best choices for exfoliators both mechanical (ones you scrub yourself) and chemical (ones that do the ‘scrubbing’ for you), check them out:
SkinMedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser
This scrub is a great option for those with normal to dry or normal to oily skin. This scrub is in gel form, working to unclog your pores and welcome smooth skin by sloughing off and dead skin cells with a mild formula. The product itself doesn’t state it’s good on sensitive skin, so if your skin gets irritated easily, you may want to try another option.
CeraVe Salicylic Acid Cleanser
Thanks to the salicylic acid found in this cleanser, you’re going to be fighting clogged pores, acne, and dead skin. Since salicylic acid can be drying, the ceramides found in the cleanser push moisture in, allowing for smoother, more clear skin. It’s also fragrance free, which is a great plus if you’re sensitive to that!
Kate Somerville ExfoliKate Intensive Exfoliating Treatment
Kate Somerville is a world-renowned aesthetician who works with A-list celebrities such as Demi Moore to get their skin in the best shape possible. This exfoliant is best for oily, combination, and normal skin types containing lactic acid and fruit enzymes that work together to unclog pores and promote skin cell turnover. This is a great option for those who want to create even skin tone since it contains vitamin E, a great ingredient to help with that.
Paula’s Choice The Unscrub
Perfect for all skin types, Paula’s choice ‘The Unscrub’ has a very mild formula, a great option for those who deal with sensitive skin. This cleanser works to cleanse the skin from oils and impurities while its dissolving beads work to gently scrape off dead skin. Once the beads have taken off the unnecessary skin, the glycerin in the formula can penetrate easily leaving the skin soft and supple.
Cetaphil Extra Gentle Scrub
Cetaphil is known for its gentle formulas that are good for all skin types. Dermatologists even find themselves recommending Cetaphil! After being clinically tested, the Cetaphil Extra Gentle Scrub removes dirt, oils while the fine particles get rid of dead skin and promote skin cell turnover. Cetaphil advises to use a good moisturizer after the use of this product to help lock in moisture.
The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution
The Ordinary has gained a lot of hype in recent years due to its effectiveness and low price point. With the use of glycolic acid, it will penetrate the skin enough to do its job while not damaging it. This is because the glycolic acid is a small acid molecule, allowing for the removal of dead skin.
Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
This product is Paula’s Choice #1 worldwide product, so you can imagine how effective it is. This leave-on exfoliant uses salicylic acid to exfoliate the skin gently and unclog and shrink pores. This works best on areas that are prone to acne breakouts!
Acure Brightening Facial Scrub
Sensitive skinned people need to try this product. This product contains sea kelp, lemon peel, and French green clay. With these ingredients, you can find your skin becoming smoother and brighter skin, making your evening out your skin tone even over time. It’s also vegan!
Mario Badescu Glycolic Foaming Cleanser for All Skin Types
Exfoliating, foaming face wash with AHAs that deep cleans and refines uneven skin tone and texture. The Glycolic Cleanser is a brightening facial cleanser that’s gentle enough to be used 1 to 3 times a week and addresses skin dullness, clogged pores.
The Inkey List PHA Gentle Exfoliating Toner
This leave-on exfoliating toner contains PHA’s, poly-hydroxy acids that dissolve dead skin. PHA’s differ from BHA’s and AHA because the molecules are larger in size. This means that this product is a great option for those with sensitive skin since the molecules are too large to penetrate the skin to cause irritation. The aloe vera and niacinamide work hand-in-hand to calm and soothe the skin as well.
