exfoliant
noun
ex·fo·liant
(ˌ)eks-ˈfō-lē-ənt 
-ˈfōl-yənt
-ˈfōl-yənt
: a mechanical or chemical agent (such as an abrasive skin wash or salicylic acid) that is applied to the skin to remove dead cells from the surface
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Retinol, retinol alternatives, matrixyl, argireline, peptides, exfoliants, and antioxidants should be incorporated to see lasting results.
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025
Instead, consider adding a chemical exfoliant into your routine once a week.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 20 Dec. 2024
Lactic acid penetrates the skin only to a limited degree and is a chemical exfoliant that’s also naturally found in the body that’s often used to treat gestational acne.
—Shani Hillian, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024
Unlike harsh physical exfoliants like walnut shells or peach pits, which can cause micro-tears, this method can use a variety of different gentle exfoliants, such as biodegradable jojoba beads, collections of enzymes, or rice bran, to help maintain smooth skin while minimizing sensitivity.
—Eva Crouse, Flow Space, 6 Jan. 2025
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025
Instead, consider adding a chemical exfoliant into your routine once a week.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 20 Dec. 2024
Lactic acid penetrates the skin only to a limited degree and is a chemical exfoliant that’s also naturally found in the body that’s often used to treat gestational acne.
—Shani Hillian, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024
Unlike harsh physical exfoliants like walnut shells or peach pits, which can cause micro-tears, this method can use a variety of different gentle exfoliants, such as biodegradable jojoba beads, collections of enzymes, or rice bran, to help maintain smooth skin while minimizing sensitivity.
—Eva Crouse, Flow Space, 6 Jan. 2025
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exfoliant
noun
ex·fo·liant
(ˌ)eks-ˈfō-lē-ənt
-ˈfōl-yənt
-ˈfōl-yənt
: a mechanical or chemical agent (as an abrasive skin wash or salicylic acid) that is applied to the skin to remove dead cells from the surface
called also exfoliator
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