What is the correct way to exfoliate?

Do you know the correct way to exfoliate? It doesn’t matter if you don’t know. Below I will introduce to you the correct method and steps of exfoliation. Let’s take a look together.

The correct method and steps for exfoliation

Fashion magazines tell us that we need to exfoliate more often, otherwise our skin will become rough and skincare products won’t be absorbed! Now they say, don’t exfoliate all the time, or your skin will become sensitive!

So, who should we listen to? Is the stratum corneum a friend or an enemy?

What is the stratum corneum?

The stratum corneum is located at the top layer of the skin. It is like a natural protective coat for the skin, silently protecting our skin, especially in the cold and dry winter. It is not only a moisture-locking and warm coat for the skin, but also a channel for transporting water and nutrients. It can also help the skin defend against damage from ultraviolet rays, air pollution and radiation.

So why do we need to exfoliate?

Normally, the stratum corneum will metabolize and can be left alone! But as we age, those born in the 1990s have become middle-aged people, and their metabolic cycles are getting slower and slower! And we poor modern people live in a polluted environment every day, and we still love to commit suicide, have an unbalanced diet, an irregular lifestyle, etc., which makes it impossible for keratin cells to fall off naturally, making the stratum corneum on the face become thicker and thicker.

When you feel that the color of your skin is no longer translucent, and you can clearly see dandruff under the light, and it is not smooth to the touch. Every time I use foundation when putting on makeup, I feel that the foundation is uneven and it is also prone to acne. At this time, you should consider exfoliating.

Exfoliate. Will the skin become thinner?

Your jeans will get torn if you scrub them with a brush every day, let alone your delicate face! Gentle and moderate exfoliation will not cause any damage to the skin!

Some people exfoliate frequently in pursuit of temporary smooth skin. If you don't exfoliate for a period of time, your skin will feel rough. If your skin condition is poor, you hope to improve it by exfoliating. However, frequent exfoliation can make the skin layer thinner and thinner, causing skin allergies, red blood streaks, and dry skin.

So what is the right way to exfoliate?

If your skin is dehydrated and rough, don’t just blame the stratum corneum, okay? Lack of water can also cause roughness, right? I don’t believe you, but when the earth is dry, moisturize it first!

If you have acne-prone skin, exfoliation is not suitable for you. What acne-prone skin needs is anti-inflammatory treatment. Avoid excessive contact with the skin to avoid wounds.

The skin is very thin, extremely prone to allergies or obvious red blood streaks. The skin with damaged barrier function is particularly susceptible to external invasion and irritation and allergies.

How often do you exfoliate?

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. Combination skin usually has an oily T-zone and slightly drier cheeks. It is recommended to exfoliate your skin once every two weeks. Focus on massaging the T-zone area. Gently brush across the cheeks.

Dry skin has a thin stratum corneum and is easily sensitive and fragile. It is recommended to exfoliate once every two weeks. Try to choose gel-based products and avoid using large-particle scrubs to avoid damaging the skin. But no matter how often you exfoliate, if redness, pain, or peeling occurs, it is considered excessive exfoliation and should be corrected and stopped immediately. Dry skin can also use secondary cleansing water to exfoliate, which is more gentle.