What does exfoliate mean?

Question

Does anybody know what exfoliate means?

Answer 1

Exfoliation in cosmetology is a cosmetic technique aimed at improving skin's appearance by removing dead skin cells from the surface of the skin. Removing excess dead skin cells can reveal the younger and healthier-looking skin underneath. there are two types of exfoliation, one is Mechanical(Mechanical exfoliants include micro-bead facial scrubs, crushed almond shells, sugar or salt crystals, pumice, and abrasive cloths. These facial scrubs are generally available in over-the-counter products and applied by the user.) and the other is Chemical(Chemical exfoliants include scrubs containing salicylic acid, glycolic acid, fruit enzymes, citric acid, or malic acid which may be applied in high concentrations by a dermatologist, or in lower concentrations in over-the-counter products.) Exfoliation is also designed to aid rejuvenation of the skin and prevent undesirable conditions such as acne scarring or ingrown hairs.

The term is commonly used as a part of the day-to-day skin care routine. The cosmetic procedures dermabrasion and microdermabrasion are both extreme cases of exfoliation where the surface layer of skin is removed as if by sanding. It is important to only exfoliate skin twice a week, unless it is a daily exfoliator. Be gentle with the skin, do not press down hard, lightly stroke it across the face. Use a gentle exfoliation with smaller grains to prevent irritation, never exfoliate straight after shaving, however it is benefical to exfoliate the beard to prevent in-grown hairs and it also lifts the beards up, providing a closer shave.

Answer 2

Let your face breathe and basically to peel of the dead skin.

I'm going to go by steps incase you want to try it. Good luck.

STEP 1: Moisten your face with water before exfoliating.

STEP 2: Use a loofah, exfoliating gloves or a synthetic scrubbing sponge designed for the face.

STEP 3: Apply an exfoliating cleanser specially designed for faces to the loofah or sponge. Some exfoliating cleansers contain up to 25 percent pumice, and these should never be used on the face.

STEP 4: Rub your face with the loofah or sponge using circular motions. Avoid scrubbing under the eyes, because the skin there is thin and easily damaged by abrasive cleansers and exfoliating sponges.

STEP 5: Rinse thoroughly with tepid water. Hot water is harsh on skin, especially delicate face skin.

STEP 6: Apply a moisturizer containing alpha or beta hydroxy acids. These acids will continue the exfoliating process, because acids cause additional dead skin cells to slough off.

STEP 7: Try an exfoliating mask. Make one by mashing up a papaya and smearing it on your face. The enzymes help exfoliate the skin. Rinse off thoroughly after 15 minutes.

Answer 3

Exfoliation in cosmetology is a cosmetic technique aimed at improving skin's appearance by removing dead skin cells from the surface of the skin. Removing excess dead skin cells can reveal the younger and healthier-looking skin underneath.
Exfoliation is most often achieved through either mechanical or chemical methods.
Mechanical--Mechanical exfoliants include micro-bead facial scrubs, crushed almond shells, sugar or salt crystals, pumice, and abrasive cloths. These facial scrubs are generally available in over-the-counter products and applied by the user.
Chemical--Chemical exfoliants include salicylic acid, glycolic acid, fruit enzymes, citric acid, or malic acid which may be applied in high concentrations by a dermatologist, or in lower concentrations in over-the-counter products.
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Answer 4

The word means to slough off dead skin cells. Its a very healthy thing to do. Buy a body exfoliator (anywhere) and a seperate one for your face. You use it just like body wash, but it has a gritty like feel to it. Rubbing vigoursly on skin is what scrubs off the dead skin that naturally sheds it's self. It's great, your body and face feel like a baby's but!

Answer 5

Exfoliating means gently scrubbing the top layer of your skin encouraging new skin cells. It gives your body a fresh, youthfull smooth glow...

Answer 6

it means to remove the top layer of your skin
to reveal newer healthier skin
if you have dry skin dont use exfolitain creams or washes because it will dry your skin out
if your skin is oily go ahead and knock urself out

Answer 7

It takes off the top layer of the skin(dead skin cells).For more smoother fresher skin.

Answer 8

To remove old dead skin cells, the purpose being to improve the appearance of the skin underneath.

Answer 9

rubing of the top layer of dead skin but dnt rub 2 hard !

Answer 10

it means scrubbing your skin to remove the dead top layer of skin from your body