exfoliator

noun ex·fo·li·a·tor \ (ˌ)eks-ˈfō-lē-ˌā-tər \

|Updated on: 18 Jun 2018

Definition of exfoliator

: exfoliant

Recent Examples of exfoliator from the Web

Other professionals recommend the next generation of toners that, in fact, don’t look like exfoliators at all.

— New York Times, "How to Exfoliate, Without Damaging Your Skin," 29 May 2018
The limited-edition primer is available now from Dr. Brandt Skincare and there is a limited-edition bundle that includes the primer, a pore-minimizing gel, and an anti-aging exfoliator at Sephora.

— shannon barbour, The Cut, "This Primer Will Refine Pores and Provide Free Museum Tours to Kids," 24 May 2018
In this recipe, the matcha boosts circulation, tocos delivers high levels of vitamins D and E, chlorella detoxifies the skin, and manuka honey works as a soothing, antibacterial exfoliator.

— mia adorante christiansen, Bon Appetit, "5 Ways to Get Your Skin as Psyched About Spring as You Are," 3 May 2018
Similar to sugar and sea salt, rose hip seed oil can be used as a natural exfoliator when combined with baking soda.

— kris rile, Good Housekeeping, "7 Amazing Benefits Of Adding Rosehip Oil To Your Skin-Care Routine," 15 Dec. 2017
For the more delicate skin on your face, consider a mild chemical exfoliator with AHA.

— NBC News, "7 changes to make to your skin and hair care routine this spring," 20 Apr. 2018
Powerhouses like Davines, Dove, Kerastase, Bumble and bumble and many more have developed tonics, oils, exfoliators, and so on, all of which are specifically designed to soothe the scalp and maintain a healthy balance so that the hair can flourish.

— kaleigh fasanella, Allure, "18 Scalp Treatments That Work Wonders on Dryness and Irritation," 23 Mar. 2018
Serums and exfoliators help her maintain the results.

— kathleen hou, The Cut, "Jhené Aiko Admits That Good Skin Takes a Lot of Work," 9 Mar. 2018
For your body, a gentle physical exfoliator made with sugar, salt or finely-ground plant material can be used.

— NBC News, "7 changes to make to your skin and hair care routine this spring," 20 Apr. 2018

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