Should you exfoliate or not? (Physical vs. Chemical)

 

You shouldn't remove dead skin cells, you must.

 

Because everyone says it differently

There are some people who are confused.

 

 

Half right,

That is half wrong.

 

 

Dead skin cells play a role in protecting the skin, so

If you remove it forcibly, the skin becomes weak.

Skin troubles can easily occur.

 

 

Even if there is too much dead skin

Because it hinders the elimination of waste products

Trouble may occur.

 

 

So the exact expression is

You shouldn't remove dead skin cells too harshly.

You shouldn't neglect it too much, either.

 

 

To maintain a "proper balance"

"Needs to be managed" would be the accurate expression.

 

 

If you have even one of the following symptoms,

It is a good idea to consider exfoliation.

 

I have summarized the exfoliation management method, so

It would be helpful if you read this.

 

 

① Exfoliation is too severe The symptoms that appear when removed are

 

1) Skin flushing

2) Dry skin

3) Skin troubles occur even with minor irritation

▶ If you are using harsh exfoliants such as scrubs or peeling agents, stop.

 

 

② The symptoms that appear when there is an excessive amount of dead skin cells are

 

1) Dry and rough skin texture

2) Makeup doesn't apply well and it feels hot

3) Blemishes, dull skin tone

4) Skin troubles such as bumpy texture, blackheads, and whiteheads

▶ If left untreated, it can develop into hyperpigmentation or severe skin problems.

▶ Exfoliation is necessary

 

 

Too much or too little dead skin

When you lose your balance

Various troubles may occur, so

It is good to manage it.

 

fortunately,

Our skin regulates exfoliation on its own.

It's called skin turnover

Every month (28 days)

New skin is coming up,

The existing skin layer that has reached the end of its life

It falls off naturally.

 

On a monthly basis

It cycles on its own.

 

However, as you get older,

If you are not feeling well, etc.

There are often problems with the turnover cycle.

 

If dead skin cells stay stuck for too long without falling off,

The dead skin cells are falling off too quickly.

 

 

How to manage dead skin cells

There are two things.

 

1) Physical exfoliation (exfoliating towels, scrubs, peeling agents, etc.)

2) Chemical exfoliation (keratolytic ingredients such as AHA, BHA, etc.)

 

 

1) Physical exfoliation

Literally by physical force

This is a method to peel off dead skin cells.

 

It is rubbing with a rough material so that it tears easily.

Rub with an exfoliating towel,

Contains coarse granules

Rubbing with a scrub or peeling agent

This is a typical method.

 

Calluses on the heels or elbows

It is okay to manage it with such a high-stimulation method, but

We recommend not applying this to the face.

 

The advantage is It has an immediate effect.

Something is surging out..

And I feel a strange sense of pleasure.

 

The disadvantage is It’s not just unnecessary dead skin cells that are sloughed off.

Even healthy skin layers are peeling off.

In fact, physical exfoliation is

It feels like it is abrading the skin.

Because fine scratches occur

It is not a good method for skin health.

 

As for good products

- Primera Facial Mild Peeling

- Dr.G Brightening Peeling Gel

(Never use body scrub on your face)

 

 

2) Chemical exfoliation

Unlike physical exfoliation

The adhesive power of old dead skin cells attached to the skin

It is a method of weakening and dropping.

 

AHA, BHA, and other ingredients

It weakens the adhesive power of old dead skin cells

It naturally induces elimination.

 

The advantage is You can manage only the unnecessary dead skin layer.

As old dead skin cells slough off

Skin texture improves, and skin tone also improves.

 

Skin turnover, the keratin cycle

As it normalizes

It also has the effect of improving skin troubles.

 

The disadvantage is Although it is less irritating compared to physical exfoliation

The ingredients themselves can be irritating.

It takes longer than physical exfoliation.

You need to use it for at least 3 to 4 days for the effects to appear.

 

▶ Good products

- Complex Zero 3rd Generation BHA Cream

- Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting BHA Liquid

 

 

If you just manage dead skin cells properly...

The skin troubles are also decreasing.

 

My blemishes have improved, and my skin tone has gotten better.

As my skin texture has improved, my makeup applies better.

 

 

Even if your skin just improves, many things change.

Clear skin is a given, and

Your confidence goes up, too.

 

 

If you just manage exfoliation well

My skin is getting better

I hope you find this helpful.