[BEAUTY TIPS] The best exfoliator for your skin type

Exfoliators lift up and get rid of dead skin cells that can clog pores and leave skin looking dull. Getting rid of dead cells encourages cell renewal. By revealing new skin and sloughing away the old, you’re also improving the skin’s ability to absorb the products you apply.

Types of Exfoliators

• Scrubs: These products contain grainy particles that physically remove dead skin cells as you move the product around your face. These exfoliators range from large grains (salt or sugar scrubs) to texture you can barely detect (very fine grains of ground rice). Other products contain exfoliating beads, which are gentler on the skin.
• Chemicals: Chemical exfoliators contain alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) which are found in fruit to loosen and dissolve the dead skin cells rather than scrub them away. They target deeper layers of skin by sinking into the skin, unlike scrubs, which focus only on surface cells.
• Enzymes: These products dissolve the dead skin cells without any scrubbing, making them suitable for anyone with sensitive skin or rosacea. Look for products that contain papaya or pineapple.

Consider Your Skin Type

• Oily skin: Opt for a scrub, which also helps remove oil, dirt, makeup and other debris that can further clog pores.
• Dry skin: Try a chemical exfoliator, which helps firm and tighten skin and minimizes fine lines and wrinkles.
• Sensitive skin: Opt for an enzyme exfoliator, which dissolves dead skin without scrubbing.

Exfoliating Tips

• Exfoliate at least once a week — two to three times if you don’t have sensitive skin.
• Be gentle, especially when using scrubs.
• If a product is irritating your skin, stop using it.
• Moisturize following exfoliation so skin doesn’t dry out.
• Buy an exfoliating shower gel to get gorgeous skin all over.

Sources:https://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/825893/how-to-find-the-best-exfoliator-for-your-skin-type/