Thesaurus results for EXFOLIATING

exfoliating

verb

present participle of exfoliate

as in shedding

to cast (a natural bodily covering or appendage) aside a soap that promises to help me exfoliate all that dry, flaky skin I've apparently been carrying around

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Recent Examples of exfoliating This is thanks to Manucurist’s nourishing formula, which includes antioxidant-rich beetroot extract, exfoliating alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), and strengthening hexanal to prevent breakage. —

Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026 An InStyle writer found the Daily Nourish Body Lotion from AmLactin to be a gentle, skin-exfoliating lotion that addresses anti-aging concerns. —

Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 22 May 2026 There are also factors within your skin care routine that can cause razor bumps, from using a dull blade to not exfoliating correctly beforehand. —

Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 18 May 2026 The treatments begin with a scalp analysis under a microscope, followed by exfoliating, steaming, cleansing and massage steps designed to improve scalp health and hair shine. —

Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026 Clean And Degrease Hair Baking soda's exfoliating properties can help remove residues in your hair. —

Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 13 May 2026 Infuse coffee grounds into your favorite homemade bar soap for an exfoliating effect. —

Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 9 May 2026 The idea here is to offer three properties in one formula—exfoliating, moisturizing, and lip color—via six modern shades that impart a sheen finish. —

Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2026 Stick to exfoliating just one to two times per week and choose chemical exfoliants like lactic acid over harsh physical scrubs. —

Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2026

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Within the first week the leaves and buds began turning brown, and now just one month after planting the buds have all died, and the leaves are rapidly shedding from the plants.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 22 May 2026
In addition to impacting white-collar jobs, AI is also shedding the need for some entry-level roles, according to an analysis from McKinsey, which said 51% of organizations reported in a 2025 survey that generative AI was lessening their need for entry-level jobs.

— Antonio Pequeño IV, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026