Why are we often advised to exfoliate weekly? Do you know why skin needs to be exfoliated? If you are still wondering, let Dermalogica answer this question in this article. Besides, let's quickly review the Skin Resurfacing Cleanser product!
What is exfoliation?
Exfoliation is also known as exfoliating the skin. This is the process where we use chemical or physical exfoliation products. This process helps remove the layer of old skin cells that accumulate on the surface of the skin epidermis. Thanks to this process, old skin cells will be removed. Thanks to this, new skin cells can replace and grow.
Why do we need to exfoliate our facial skin?
There are 2 main reasons why we should periodically exfoliate our skin:
- According to research, a skin biological cycle will last about 30 days. This biological cycle is the natural skin turnover process (old skin cells will be completely replaced by new skin cells). Normally, dead skin will dry and fall off on its own. However, in some cases, dead cells will not fall off on their own. They accumulate on the surface of the skin, causing the skin to become rough and dull. At the same time, these dead skin cells cause clogged pores. The consequence of this accumulation process will cause acne.
- Excessive accumulation of dead cells will form a "separation layer" that prevents active ingredients in skin care and treatment products from being able to bring the desired effect. This is the main reason why your skin care process becomes ineffective.
Should exfoliation be done before or after washing your face?
Should I exfoliate first or wash my face first? Surely many of you are facing this problem. So what is the correct skin cleansing process?
According to advice from dermatologists, the exfoliating step should be applied after washing the face. When you haven't washed your face, excess oil and dirt on the skin's surface will make exfoliating products less effective. At the same time, after washing your face, the skin surface will become softer and pores will expand, helping exfoliating products on the skin to have the best effect.
The basic steps of skin cleansing include: makeup remover => cleanser => exfoliation, which takes a lot of time. At the same time, with regular exfoliating products, you should only do it 2-3 times/week. You need to remember and divide the time reasonably. To ensure that the two closest exfoliation stages are not too close or too far away. Besides, you can also learn more about the gentle, instant moisturizing line for brighter, healthier skin .
So is there a simpler way that requires less memorization? Let's learn about the Skin Resurfacing Cleanser product now!
Review of Skin Resurfacing Cleanser
Skin Resurfacing Cleanser is an exfoliating facial cleanser with 2 uses in one product to help effectively clean the skin. At the same time, the product helps you shorten your daily skin cleaning process. Skin Resurfacing Cleanser is a product of the AGE Smart® product range. These are specialized products specifically researched for aging skin.
Main ingredient in Skin Resurfacing Cleanser
The dual uses of the Skin Resurfacing Cleanser product are shown through the main ingredients including:
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Acid Lactic
This is an acid belonging to the AHA group (Alpha Hydroxy Acid). With Lactic Acid, Skin Resurfacing Cleanser helps restructure the skin by removing old cells. At the same time, AHA helps stimulate the production and growth of new skin cells and collagen under the skin's surface. Thanks to that, the skin becomes smoother, more radiant and improves the condition of pores.
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Cocamidopropyl Betaine
It is a surfactant extracted from coconut oil. In Skin Resurfacing Cleanser, this ingredient acts as a skin cleanser. But at the same time, it does not cause skin erosion, dryness or change the pH level of the skin. This is a benign and safe skin cleansing ingredient.
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Tocopherol (vitamin E)
Active ingredients provide moisture and strengthen the natural skin barrier. At the same time, vitamin E is an effective antioxidant.
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Rose Damascena Flower Oil (rose extract)
This is an ingredient with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Therefore, rose extract helps fight free radicals that cause skin aging from inside and outside the body.
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Natural extracts
Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Extract (lemon extract), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (sunflower extract), Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil (grapefruit extract), Aniba Rosaeodora (Rosewood) Wood Oil ( Rosewood extract)... Plant oil extracts are a source of vitamin C and vitamin E to help fight aging and hydrate the skin. At the same time, the pleasant scent from essential oils will help the body and mind feel refreshed and relaxed.
Benefits of Skin Resurfacing Cleanser
Skin Resurfacing Cleanser provides the skin with benefits including:
- Helps remove dirt, excess oil, and dead skin cells. Thanks to that, the pores on the face are cleaned, clear and prevent acne.
- Anti-aging ingredients help slow down the skin aging process and protect the skin from harmful environmental factors.
- Moisturizes, brightens skin and helps prevent skin from feeling tight and dry after cleansing.
- Restructures skin cells and stimulates natural collagen production in the skin.
How to use Dermalogica exfoliating facial cleanser
The 2-in-1 combination helps you save time for the usual 2 steps of washing your face and exfoliating your skin. How to use Skin Resurfacing Cleanser is also very simple:
After moistening the skin with water, we take a sufficient amount of product on the palm of our hand. Gently rub both palms to create foam and apply the smooth foam evenly over the entire face and neck. Gently massage face and neck from bottom to top for at least 30 seconds. After that, we wash our face with clean water and perform skin care steps as usual.
Note: If you have sensitive skin, you should only use the product once a day!
Exfoliating the skin is a very important step to help the skin regenerate. Therefore, remember to exfoliate regularly in your skin care routine. If you are too busy and want to shorten the skin cleansing process, Skin Resurfacing Cleanser will be a product worth considering. In addition, you can refer to the gel cleanser line, which is very benign and effectively cleanses, most suitable for oily to combination and sensitive skin with acne.