exfoliant

Dead skin remover

An exfoliant is a substance or product that removes dead skin cells from the surface of the skin.

Physical exfoliants use abrasive particles—sugar, salt, crushed shells—to scrub cells away.

Chemical exfoliants use acids or enzymes to dissolve them: This gentle exfoliant won't irritate sensitive skin.

products

scrub

Clean by rubbing hard

  • serumBlood's watery portion
  • tonerImaging powder or facial astringent
  • maskFace-worn concealment

peel · cleanser · loofah · pumice · washcloth · sugar scrub · salt scrub · body polish · face wash · glycolic acid

skincare

pores

Minute dermal openings

complexion · dermis · epidermis · skin renewal · clogged pores · dullness · flakiness · rough patches · ingrown hairs · blemishes

method

scrubbing

Cleaning by rubbing hard

buffing · sloughing · polishing · brushing · chemical peel · resurfacing

results

smoothness

Freedom from irregularity

softness · clarity · renewal · rejuvenation · freshness · luminosity · suppleness

grooming

foot care

Maintaining healthy lower limbs

scalp treatment · aftershave

Categories
Opposites
skincare function

exfoliantmoisturizer

Hydrating skin cream

hydrator · emollient · humectant · facial oil

effect on skin surface

exfoliantsealant

Gap-blocking substance

barrier cream · protective film · protective coating · skin protectant · petroleum jelly

Phrases
Family

exfoliation, exfoliate, exfoliating, exfoliator, exfoliated, exfoliants, exfoliates, exfoliators, exfoliations

Familiarity
Top 50,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G