What is exfoliation?

This is one skin care step I swear by, other than using sunscreens. Here is my secret for my skin .

Exfoliation sheds the extra dead cells from the skin. By exfoliation we can remove the unwanted, dulling dead cells from our skin. It not only helps to rejuvenate the skin but also adds the much needed glow. It thickens the underlying layers of the skin and makes it healthier and even looks better. 

There are many misconceptions regarding Exfoliation, let me try to clear them out.

• Exfoliation doesn't make your skin sensitive to the sun. But you have to use an effective sunscreen and you should not over exfoliate.
• Exfoliation doesn't cause skin thinning. It only removes the dead cell which ready to fall off.
• Exfoliation doesn't irritate the skin. This is subject to the fact that one uses an exfoliant according ones skin type. If using physical exfoilant, try not being very abrasive.
• Exfoliation doesn't cause breakouts. Rather it removes any impurities, dust, and germs from the skin.

Enough said no what exfoliation doesn't do. Now let’s talk about what it actually does for our skin.

• Exfoliation makes your skin healthier, more radiant and younger looking.
• It helps prevent acne breakouts.
• It helps remove early abnormal cells, that go on to form precancerous growth.
• It helps other skin care products penetrate better into your skin.
• It helps moisturizers work better.It helps remove unwanted brown discoloration.
• It helps treat and prevent ingrown hair.  

So, now you know why i love exfoliation and why it is important.

Read more about exfoliation HERE

Stay Beautiful :)

Shweta