Winter Skin Care for Men: Exfoliation

Dead skin cells are like fallen leaves that have fulfilled their role. In healthy skin, dead skin cells are naturally shed without special care; however, starting from the age of 20 when aging begins, the epidermal regeneration cycle slows down and the ability to shed them decreases, making proper care necessary. If the stratum corneum thickens, dead cells cannot slough off, causing the skin to become rough, flaky in patches, or itchy. Removing accumulated dead skin cells facilitates their rapid replacement with new ones, thereby promoting skin regeneration. However, since the stratum corneum also acts as a moisturizing barrier protecting the skin from UV rays and external stimuli while preventing moisture evaporation, excessive exfoliation is not advisable.

During the winter, remove impurities daily using a foam cleanser containing exfoliating ingredients. It is even more effective to cleanse after softening the pores by wrapping your face with a steam towel for about 5 minutes. Exfoliate with a scrub once or twice a week, and be sure to apply plenty of moisturizing basic skincare products, such as toner and cream.