Proper Facial Exfoliation: 5 Steps

We give step-by-step instructions for exfoliating the skin at home, and also tell you what to do before and after renewing procedures. A list of foods that the Healthy-Food editors consider the best is attached.

Why exfoliate skin

Our skin is not only the largest organ, but also one of the smartest. For example, she has the ability to self-renewal, and the skin actively uses this ability. The cycle of complete renewal of the stratum corneum of the epidermis takes an average of 28 days.

Why do we need to exfoliate if the skin does it on its own? We answer. The fact is that there are several factors that inhibit the process of biological “shedding” of dead cells:

  • increased greasiness of the skin;

  • dehydration;

  • mature age.

Skin that does not get rid of horny scales in time looks uneven and dull. In addition, dead cells clog pores, and also reduce susceptibility to care products.

So you need to exfoliate the skin regularly, once every 7-10 days. We tell you how to do it right.

You can stimulate the process of cellular renewal of the skin with the help of homemade cosmetics.

There are two ways to exfoliate your skin at home:

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    How to Exfoliate Your Skin Properly: 5 Steps (with Pictures)

    1. Remove makeup and wash your face

    No matter how much you want to remove makeup, dirt, and dead cells in one gesture with a scrub or peeling lotion, you don’t have to do this. Any exfoliating agent is applied only to clean skin. If you want to save time on cleansing, you can use the 2-in-1 make-up remover and cleanser. For example, Micellar cleansing gel for face and eyes, La Roche-Posay.

    2. Apply an exfoliator

    Scrub

    Apply a small amount of scrub on wet skin massaging in a circular motion.

    • Double Scrub “Endless Freshness”, L’Oréal Paris with natural abrasive particles of different sizes, as well as rose and lotus extracts, tightens pores, renews the skin.

    • Soft Scrub La Roche-Posay acts delicately, does not contain soap, suitable for sensitive skin.

    Mask

    Distribute the remedy for dry skin and do not remove for 5-10 minutes according to the instructions.

    • Mineral peeling mask “Double Radiance”, Vichy contains both abrasives and fruit acids.

    • Steaming mask against blackheads and oily sheen “Clean Skin” Skin Naturals, Garnier deeply cleanses. Salicylic acid in the composition promotes skin renewal.

    • Turmeric & Cranberry Seed Energizing Radiance Masque, Kiehl’s exfoliates dead cells through the action of crushed cranberry seeds.

    3. Wash off with warm water

    Both scrub and mask are washed off with plenty of water at room temperature.

    Exfoliation with abrasives is carried out only on wet skin

    1. Before deleting masks sprinkle your face with water (you can use thermal water) to soften the composition.

    2. Spread the texture with the pads of your fingers in a circular motion, “rolling” the abrasive particles (carefully go around the area around the eyes).

    3. Rinse off with warm water.

    4. Moisturize your skin

    After exfoliation, the skin is especially receptive to skin care products, so give it what it needs most – moisture. Choose a product that suits your skin type.

    • Rich moisturizer for dry to very dry skin Aqualia Thermal, Vichy contains the so-called “isotonic cocktail”, mixed with mannose (vegetable saccharide) and hyaluronic acid, moisturizes the skin for a long time and smoothes the lines of dehydration.

    • Moisture Genius Facial Aquafluid, L’Oréal Paris – A weightless moisturizer with aloe juice and hyaluronic acid.

    • Mattifying cream sorbet “Revitalizing Moisturizing”, Garnier Deeply and permanently hydrates the skin while controlling shine. Contains refreshing green tea extract.

    5. Apply sunscreen

    Even if you exfoliate your skin before bed, take care to protect it from ultraviolet radiation the next day. This step is mandatory after any resurfacing treatments that increase skin sensitivity to UV light and the risk of hyperpigmentation. CC and BB creams are ideal for these purposes.

    • Secret of Perfection 5-in-1 BB Cream for Oily and Combination Skin, SPF 20, Garnier hides the defects of problem skin, and also prevents rashes. Does not contain oils.

    • Ultra Light Daily UV Defense CC Cream, SPF 50, Kiehl’s with litchi extract in the composition evens out the tone and protects the skin from the rays of types B and A.

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