How often is too often when it comes to exfoliation?
, hold off on exfoliating. “Skin that’s showing signs of active infection or is not intact, which includes things like bug bites or open sores on the skin, should not undergo exfoliation until healed,” says Dr. Li.Your can choose between physical or a chemical exfoliant. Physical exfoliation involves either a device or exfoliating agents, like small grains made of rice or corn powder, to literally scrub the skin, removing dead skin cells along the way.
Chemical exfoliation, on the other hand, uses ingredients such as alpha-hydroxy acids and beta hydroxy acids to essentially loosen up the “glue” that holds dead skin cells together. This allows them to become dislodged and come off the top layer of your skin. Don’t be fooled by the term"acid" — there will be no burning away of skin here.It depends on your unique skin type and concerns — and also what you like.
That said, if you have sensitive skin, you may be better with a gentler form of chemical exfoliant, says Dr. Li. “The physical motion of scrubbing and rubbing the skin’s surface can cause irritation and discomfort," she explains. She recommends looking for exfoliants like lactic acid and polyhydroxy acid, which have larger molecular structures and thus can’t penetrate the skin as deeply, providing a gentler experience.
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