What Is An Exfoliator? Here's The Retail
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YOGYAKARTA - Some people may be unfamiliar with exfoliatory treatment or exfoliator. what is an exfoliator? How much does exfoliation mean to the skin? Exfoliation is a process in which dead skin cells will be raised from the surface of the skin.

The exfoliator comes from the word 'exfoliating' which means exfoliating. Yes, this method transports dead skin cells and makes the skin look cleaner and brighter.

When you hear the word "exfoliating", you may be afraid that this procedure can be painful. Believe me, exfoliating the right skin does not cause pain. As long as we carry out exfoliation with the right method, this will not cause side effects!

Exfoliation can be done throughout the human body. Starting from the skin of the body, face and let alone the lips. Well, What is exfoliation of the skin? The dirt attached to the skin does not only consist of dust and bacteria. Dead skin that has not been cleaned for a long time can also interfere and cause skin problems, such as dull skin to acne.

Exfoliation has some properties for beauty and skin health. Well, for those of you who are still wondering

what is exfoliation and how big the benefits are for your skin, let's start with the following!

Get rid of dead skin cells

Yes!, exfoliation of lifting dead skin cells that may not be properly lifted during the skin re-generary process

natural. The effect of removing dead skin cells is unquestionable to make the skin look cleaner and brighter.

Reduction of bacteria that cause body odor

Not everyone knows that the accumulation of dead skin cells can be a breeding ground for bacteria that causes body odor. Therefore, try to carry out regular exfoliation to avoid the growth of body odor germs.

Help the re-generary process of the skin and protect the softness of the skin

Regeneration of the skin is an old skin change process that has died, the cells become new skin with active cells. This process usually takes place naturally. The natural re-generary process of the skin does not completely get rid of dead skin cells. Sure or not, dead skin cells remain on the surface of the skin. This is precisely where peeling plays a role in removing dead skin cells more complete.

Scattering skin tone

Unflat or striped skin color is one of the many skin problems

many are experienced. The trigger for uneven skin color is hyperpigmentation, exposure to sunlight, and hormones contained in the body. This problem can certainly be overcome with an exfoliation urge on the skin.

Although there have been many products that have been spread on the market for exfoliation, what about the correct facial exfoliation? Here are the steps you need to apply when exfoliated!

Choose the right type of facial exfoliation

The first stage of exfoliation of faces and especially namely sorting out types and products for exfoliations according to the face type. For experts, physical or chemically comfortable exfoliation of facial skin is used in normal skin conditions. Meanwhile, exfoliating a special face oily skin should be physically tried because the skin rubbed method can provide optimal results.

However, if you in fact have dry skin or sensitive skin, exfoliation of the skin in a body is not recommended because it can make the skin continue to feel dry and prone to mild irritation. Therefore, it is very important to find facial exfoliation products that really match your own skin. so that later it will not create new skin problems again.

Wash your face first

So that you can get the best results, you are advised to sterilize your face first before starting the exfoliation. Basuhlah wajah dengan menggunakan air hangat, setelah itu menggunakan soap muka serta meratakan dengan menggunakan tip keti jari, kemudian rinsean wajah dengan air hangat. Untuk menghindari irritasi, memilih basi ringan yang tidak memiliki bahan- bahan yang keras seperti alcohol, perfume, atau kolor.

Do it with a twist motion using the tip of the finger

Whatever product is available, apply the product to the skin that has been thoroughly cleaned and wetted. For 30 seconds, use your finger to closely rub the exfolian with a movement that rotates to all faces

Wearing a fingertip to flatten the exfolian without causing mild irritation to the skin is still a very comfortable procedure. If you want to use other tools such as sponges, brushes, or washs, rub exfolian in short movements and smooth massages around your face.

Use a moisturizer afterwards

The next sequence of facial exfoliation is applying moisturizer. This is because exfoliation of the skin can make your skin feel drier. The moisturizing can also be useful for reducing mild irritation, maintaining acne skin, or avoiding exfoliation after exfoliation.

Do exfoliation at least once a week

Ideally, exfoliation of the skin is usually tried no more than 2 times a week. You also need to pay close attention to the level of intensity that matches your skin type. Make oily skin and acneated skin, exfoliation can be done once to 2 times a week. Especially for those of you who have oily skin types and acne that are prone to impurities in pores.

However, it is different from the type of skin that is dry and also the skin that has faced aging (skin aging). This is because the condition of the skin that is insensitive, such as oily skin and acne, just undergo exfoliation once a week is enough to clean.

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