The stratum corneum is the outermost layer of the skin, which plays a protective role and prevents the invasion of some microorganisms and bacteria. However, with age or the influence of external environmental factors, the stratum corneum does not completely shed after normal metabolism. Over time, the stratum corneum of the skin will gradually accumulate, leading to rough, dull, yellowish skin, and even various skin diseases. Therefore, exfoliation is an important step to make the skin smoother and more tender. However, in the process of exfoliation, we are prone to pitfalls, which not only fail to achieve the desired effect, but also affect the whitening and health of the skin.
Pitfall 1: Regular exfoliation keeps the skin clean
1. What are the benefits of exfoliation?
Exfoliation is the process of removing rough skin cells and aging dead cells. Exfoliation can promote blood circulation, accelerate metabolism, and make cell regeneration smoother. The skin presents a fresh, beautiful, delicate, and smooth texture. At the same time, it can remove the black pigments on the surface of the skin, improve the complexion, and make the skin white and radiant. If you use exfoliating milk containing natural plant ingredients, it can also dissolve the aging cells of the skin's epidermis, have a gentle friction effect, remove the aging keratin and aggregated melanin on the epidermis, improve the complexion, and make the pores smaller.
2. Choose the appropriate exfoliation method according to your skin type
Exfoliation should never be excessive. The stratum corneum plays a protective role in the skin. Removing it excessively will damage the skin's protective film and may cause dryness, spots, redness, allergies, and other symptoms.
(1) Gentle exfoliation
This method is suitable for people who exfoliate every week. Some people with oily or combination skin will do regular exfoliating care every week, so it is recommended to use a gentle type with small massage intensity and short time, such as only massage for 1 minute and then rinse with water.
Recommended exfoliating products: cleansers and toners with mild exfoliating ingredients. For example, washing your face with soybean residue also has exfoliating effects, but it is relatively less effective compared to professional exfoliating products. You can gently massage your skin every day.
(2) Comprehensive exfoliation
Suitable for people who exfoliate once a month. Some people are accustomed to doing exfoliating care once a month, so it is recommended to use a comprehensive type with larger massage intensity and longer time accordingly. It is recommended to use relatively professional exfoliating products, which have strong exfoliating ability and intensity.
3. Exfoliation cycle
Generally speaking, exfoliating once every 1-2 weeks is enough. For people with dry or oily skin, sebum secretion is more vigorous and pores are more prone to clogging. Therefore, the exfoliating cycle should be shorter. For people with dry skin, the exfoliating cycle should be slightly longer.
