exfoliator

noun

ex·​fo·​li·​a·​tor (ˌ)eks-ˈfō-lē-ˌā-tər How to pronounce exfoliator (audio)

Examples of exfoliator in a Sentence

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Unlike harsher exfoliators that can leave your skin red or parched, it’s buffered with calming grape extract and ultra-hydrating sodium polyglutamate—an underrated moisture magnet that outperforms hyaluronic acid in water retention. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 3 July 2025 But these orcas may be onto something – there's emerging evidence that kelp is actually a strong exfoliator, however it's only been studied for use on human skin. New Atlas, 23 June 2025 As for what acid is best for you, glycolic acid isn’t necessarily better than salicylic acid or another exfoliator. Deanna Pai, Glamour, 20 May 2025 To wit: The best skin exfoliators for mature skin take sensitivity and signs of aging into account, working to soothe the skin while smoothing texture and fine lines. Jenny Berg, Allure, 6 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for exfoliator

Word History

First Known Use

1980, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of exfoliator was in 1980

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“Exfoliator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exfoliator. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

Medical Definition

exfoliator

noun
ex·​fo·​li·​a·​tor (ˌ)eks-ˈfō-lē-ˌāt-ər How to pronounce exfoliator (audio)
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