Exfroliators come in a variety of strengths. Low strength exfoliators are often used as often as daily. The level of skin peeling or exfoliation is usually not as a dramatic as higher strength exfoliators which are referred to as skin peels.
The most effective means of rejuvenating the skin is exfoliation. The skin of a child replaces its outer layer aproximately every twenty-eight days. This process keeps the skin looking youthful and healthy. As we age the rate of exfoliation slows down, resulting in a buildup of older, less healthy looking cells on the surface. Eventually, the skin begins to become dry, crusty and wrinkled. There are several ways to speed up the cell division and shedding rate. |
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Exoliation using Fruit Acids - Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Salicylic Acid Fruit Acids are excellent exfoliators. Fruit Acids loosen the adherence of old and dead cells to the underlying healthy skin cells. When Fruit Acids are combined with a mild buffing action, these dead skin cells can be removed easily. A higher concentration Fruit Acid is commonly reffered to as a skin peel and be used for deeper stimulation and penetration of the deeper layers of the skin.
Exfoliation by Mechanical Abrasion - Microdermabrasion Exfoliation of the skin manually involves the use of a brisk face cloth, crushed granules (e.g. crushed walnut shells) or a non-medicated deep cleansing sponge. This method is an effective superficial treatment and can help to cause a resurfacing of the skin. Manual exfoliation performed prior to the application of chemical exfoliants, such as Glycolic Acid and Salicylic Acid, can greatly increase the absorption and rate of dead cell shedding. MORE ON MICRODERMABRASION
