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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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 The exfoliator also tackles skin concerns like hyperpigmentation and dullness and signs of aging like fine lines and wrinkles, all in one fell swoop. Deanna Pai, Glamour, 20 May 2025 Baby-soft skin is around the corner, thanks to this facial exfoliator that gently removes dead skin cells. Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2024 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 30 Jun. 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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