How often should Dr. Li's exfoliating gel be used? The disadvantages of blind exfoliation

When the skin becomes dry and flaky, people think that their stratum corneum is too thick, so they start exfoliating frequently. In fact, exfoliating too often will damage the skin and even make it sensitive, which is not worth the loss. So, how often should Dr. Li’s Exfoliating Gel be used?

How often should I use Dr. Lee's Exfoliating Gel?

This depends on the actual condition of each person's skin. Generally, oily skin can use Dr. Li's Exfoliating Gel once a week, combination skin can use Dr. Li's Exfoliating Gel once every two weeks, and dry skin can use Dr. Li's Exfoliating Gel once every half a month.

How long does it take to exfoliate?

1. Oily skin: Oily skin has strong oil secretion and easily clogs pores. It is recommended that oily skin exfoliate once a week. You can use products such as scrub to remove aging cuticles on the surface of the skin. Makes skin more refreshed.

2. Combination skin: Combination skin usually has oily T-zone and slightly drier cheeks. It is recommended to exfoliate combination skin once every two weeks and once a week in summer. When exfoliating, focus on massaging the T-zone area. Gently brush across the cheeks.

3. Dry skin: The stratum corneum of dry skin is relatively thin, and it is easily sensitive and fragile. It is recommended to exfoliate dry skin once every two weeks. When choosing products, try to choose gel-based products and avoid using large-particle scrubs to avoid causing damage to the skin.

The benefits of proper exfoliation

Human skin has metabolic functions, but due to various reasons, some keratinocytes cannot fall off completely, which can easily lead to thickening of the stratum corneum, which in turn clogs pores, affects skin color, and makes the skin look dull and rough. Regular exfoliation can help improve dull skin tone, balance skin metabolism, and promote the absorption of nutritious essences such as facial masks and creams, making the skin transparent, tender and smooth.

The Disadvantages of Blind Exfoliation

The stratum corneum is the outermost barrier of the skin. Without the stratum corneum, the skin is prone to damage. Frequent exfoliation or blindly using exfoliating products without considering your skin condition can cause damage to your skin. If you frequently use exfoliating products, it may cause the cortex to become thinner and thinner, eventually leading to redness, dryness, and peeling on the face. If you use too much force when using exfoliating products, it can easily leave tiny scratches on the skin and damage the skin.