Exfoliating cream gives skin a smoother appearance by removing layers of dead skin.
An exfoliating cream is a type of skin cream designed to remove layers of dead skin, providing the user with smoother, healthier skin. Creams are popular for use on the face and rough areas like heels and elbows. There are several types of creams available, ranging from smooth creams for gentle exfoliation to grainy creams that provide rougher exfoliation to remove tough skin.
Creams with larger exfoliating beads are better for tougher foot skin.
Those interested in exfoliating the skin can buy the products over the counter or make them at home. Recipes for a simple skin scrub mix a rough substance like salt with olive oil or another liquid substance and use it for rough areas of skin. More complex recipes add ingredients that give the cream a pleasant aroma and are less aggressive to the skin.
The best way to prevent breakouts is with an exfoliating face wash.
When choosing an exfoliating cream, it is important for the user to determine her needs and skin type. A woman looking for an exfoliating cream to use on her face will want a gentle cream that won’t leave her skin raw. There are special exfoliating face creams with softer exfoliating pearls inside, meant to gently remove dead skin. When choosing a cream for rough areas like your feet, a cream with large exfoliating beads works best.
Exfoliating cream can be used to remove dead skin from the face and reveal younger, brighter skin.
Exfoliating creams help prevent breakouts, remove dirt and remove dead skin for a fresh feeling. Users should avoid exfoliating more than is recommended on the bottle, or skin may be left raw and irritated. When using a face cream, a woman should look for a lightweight formula that won’t cause oil buildup and should only be used once or twice a day to avoid over-cleansing. Excessive exfoliation can irritate the skin and cause the appearance of acne or blackheads.
Those with severe acne or those looking to reduce scarring should speak to a dermatologist before using an exfoliating cream.
Users of exfoliating creams can also purchase or create all-natural exfoliating creams. They use only natural ingredients and are generally less harsh on the skin. Using a natural exfoliating cream is often a better long-term alternative to using harsh products that promise to erase scars or wrinkles. Ingredients typically include some common household products like honey, some type of fruit juice, and a rough-textured substance like sugar or salt.
Anyone who wants to use an exfoliating cream to reduce skin problems like scars should see a doctor. While several products on the market advertise skin repair, few actually work and some can have harmful side effects. The doctor can recommend a healthy treatment that provides real results. Exfoliation helps keep skin healthy, but it doesn’t change damaged skin.