Hello again!

My last Blog answered the questions of why to exfoliate, and what are the different kinds of exfoliation. 

Now let’s look at how to choose the best exfoliator for your skin type.

Before we begin, there are some important questions to ask                                                                          

• How sensitive is my skin?
• What is the condition that I am targeting?
• How much time do I dedicate to my skin care routine?
• Do I have any known allergies to Aspirin fragrances or any other ingredients?

Below I have listed the best choices for the different skin types.

Sensitive skin – The best choice for this type are Enzymes. Using abrasive products or acids can injure this skin. These are placed on clean skin, and left on for 10 – 20 minutes. Then wash away for skin that is exfoliated but not irritated.

Mature skin – The best choices are Scrubs, Enzymes, and AHA’s.

Let’s try to be more specific.                         

• Mature but sensitive, the choice would be Enzymes
• Mature and you are not one to spend time on your skin, the choice would be AHA’s
• Mature and want to only do exfoliating in the shower, the choice would be Scrubs.Remembering not to injure this delicate skin**.

Oily Skin – All of these choices will great for this skin type.

Let’s try to be more specific.

• Oily but sensitive due to acne, or skin type. The choice would be Enzymes & Beta Hydroxy Acids(BHA).
• Oily and you are not one to spend time on your skin, the best choices would be AHA’s & BHA’s.
• Oily and want to only do exfoliating in the shower, the best choice would be Scrubs.

Dry/Dehydrated Skin– The best choices areScrubs, Enzymes, and AHA’s. Removing the dead cells so the moisturizer can be more effective, without irritating this already compromised skin is the challenge. Enzymesare the best place to start.  Once the skin begins to heal, you could move to an AHAor Scrub for simplicity.

Young Skin – The best choices for this changing delicate skin is a gentle scrub, and a BHA.     As your skin begins to produce more oil, the dead cells stick more firmly.   Exfoliation at this time should be gentle, but effective.

** Always stay away from products at are labeled “Acne”, as they are full of drying agents that will injury any skin type**.

These guide lines are exactly that, guidelines. Each person is unique. Remember that no matter how great a product is, it will not work if you don’t use it.

Keep a look out for the next Blog… What is the truth about Sunscreen?

 Catherine Sir, Master Esthetician and Educator

As always let me know if you have any questions or comments on this blog.  You can always reach me at... www.believableskincare.com

See you next time!!! Catherine