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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For chemical abrasion, exfoliants like urea or salicylic acid are effective yet gentle.
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Lacey Muinos, Verywell Health, 24 Apr. 2024
Look for fragrance-free cleansers and avoid harsh scrubs or exfoliants, which can irritate already sensitive nipple skin, says Dr. Chang.
—Macaela MacKenzie, Allure, 5 Apr. 2024
In addition to its chemical exfoliants, the mask also features physical exfoliants that gently polish the skin’s surface that helps dissolve dullness and improves overall texture.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 25 Mar. 2024
These chemical exfoliants will help gently and effectively slough away dry, dead skin and reveal softer and smoother soles after use.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 14 Mar. 2024
It’s enriched with chemical exfoliants that effectively slough away dry skin as well as deeply nourishing botanical extracts.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 14 Mar. 2024
Additionally, although the formula is well-balanced in terms of hydrators and exfoliants, this product is best for normal skin.
—Alena Hall, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2024
This is because retinol helps with skin turnover, similar to chemical exfoliants, which will reduce dry skin.
—Shelby Stewart and India Espy-Jones, Essence, 1 Sep. 2023
No Skin care routine: AM: exfoliant, cleanser, moisturizer.
—Rachel Wilkerson Miller, SELF, 21 Feb. 2024
Lacey Muinos, Verywell Health, 24 Apr. 2024
Look for fragrance-free cleansers and avoid harsh scrubs or exfoliants, which can irritate already sensitive nipple skin, says Dr. Chang.
—Macaela MacKenzie, Allure, 5 Apr. 2024
In addition to its chemical exfoliants, the mask also features physical exfoliants that gently polish the skin’s surface that helps dissolve dullness and improves overall texture.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 25 Mar. 2024
These chemical exfoliants will help gently and effectively slough away dry, dead skin and reveal softer and smoother soles after use.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 14 Mar. 2024
It’s enriched with chemical exfoliants that effectively slough away dry skin as well as deeply nourishing botanical extracts.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 14 Mar. 2024
Additionally, although the formula is well-balanced in terms of hydrators and exfoliants, this product is best for normal skin.
—Alena Hall, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2024
This is because retinol helps with skin turnover, similar to chemical exfoliants, which will reduce dry skin.
—Shelby Stewart and India Espy-Jones, Essence, 1 Sep. 2023
No Skin care routine: AM: exfoliant, cleanser, moisturizer.
—Rachel Wilkerson Miller, SELF, 21 Feb. 2024
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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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