Exfoliation: does more frequent use mean better results?
Exfoliation frequency should not be copied from someone else. Consider existing products and skin tolerance together.
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Count all your exfoliating steps together
A cleanser, an acid-containing product and a scrub may have different names yet contribute to irritation in the same routine. Share product names and the days you use them rather than simply saying you exfoliate. Do not push ahead with extra procedures on sunburned, wounded or irritated skin. If using prescribed skin treatment, follow the prescribing clinician’s advice rather than stopping it yourself to prepare for cosmetic care.
Do not use burning as a measure of effectiveness
More tingling or redness is not proof of better care. Home products and professional procedures have different instructions and should not be treated as interchangeable. Seek advice for discomfort rather than trying to correct it with more active products. Ask what the proposed exfoliation is intended to do and when it should be postponed. Include sun protection and the individual aftercare instructions in your plan.
Questions to bring to your consultation
- How many exfoliating steps are in my routine?
- Have existing treatments been considered?
- Who should I contact if discomfort develops?
This article provides general information, not an individual diagnosis, treatment plan or procedure instructions. Discuss suitability, risks and personal care with the appropriate qualified professional.