Exfoliation is an absolute essential for me! And, of course, I almost always recommend it to my Beauty Mates. But, when shopping around for “the one”, I always advise knowing your skin type first. Exfoliating can get tricky, because there are a number of different products that will help to slough off dead skin cells. From cleansers, to masks, creams, and more. Certain skin types should only exfoliate 1-2x a week, while others would benefit from using one every day, or every-other-day. Below are some of the most common skin types/concerns, and my favorite product recommendations for each!
Sensitive Skin Types – If you have sensitive skin, you know how hard it can be to find any product that won’t irritate your skin. So, naturally, finding an exfoliant may seem daunting. Many of my sensitive-skin Beauty Mates have had fabulous results with iLike Ultra Sensitive Exfoliating Mask ($52), which gently softens and removes dead skin cells, improves skin texture and tone, calms and soothe, reduces inflammation and redness. This product was designed with sensitive-skinned users in mind, so you can rest assured that a lot of care and consideration has been put into making sure it is gentle while still remaining effective.
Dry Skin Types – dry skin types are unique in that they benefit from exfoliation, but excess can cause their skin to dry out. It is important to select products that are nourishing in addition to their exfoliating benefits. One of my favorites for dry skin is Eminence Organics Blueberry Soy Exfoliating Cleanser ($44). This product was designed for normal to dry skin, and helps to infuse skin with antioxidants while removing dead skin and tightening pores. Read more
