How to Exfoliate Skin

Skin exfoliation is the process of removing old skin cells from the top most layer of skin to reveal a new fresh layer of skin cells for a smooth look and feel. Common methods are facials, microdermabraison and checmical peels.

Microdermabrasion is a general term for the application of tiny rough grains to buff away the surface layer of skin. It is also known as "power peel" and is more like softened sandblasting. It involves tiny crystals that are sprayed on the skin and works best on minor skin problems like fine lines, dull skin, brown spots, mild acne scars, and age spots. This procedure usually provides results almost immediately as compared to chemical peels.

Chemical peel, also known as chemexfoliation or derma-peeling, is a technique used to improve the appearance and texture of the skin. Basically the treatment involves the application of a chemical solution to the skin, which causes it to "blister" and eventually peel off. The new, regenerated skin is usually smoother and less wrinkled than the old skin. The new skin also is temporarily more sensitive to the sun. This treatment does not provide results as quickly as the Microdermabraison procedure as it takes time for the skin to peel and for the new skin to "heal".

Until recently, these treatments were only available at the Spa or Beauty Salon and were expensive, but now there are many products available that are not only reasonably priced but also can be used at home in your own time, so no excuses! Click here to find some great skin exfoliation products

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So why should you exfoliate your skin regularly?

1. Skin Exfoliation helps new skin to come to the surface sooner than it would if you did not exfoliate which will give your skin a smooth feel and fresh look.
2. It helps to treat skin problems such as:

a.   Acne - this is a skin condition that can go deep through several layers of skin, by regular skin exfoliation, new healthier skin can come to the surface sooner. Exfoliation should be done per Dermatologists instructions.

b.   Acne Scars - Scars go through many layers of skin so as explained above regular skin exfoliation will help.

c.   Clogged pores can cause blackheads and whiteheads - exfoliation can help to clear these pores usually reducing or stopping any blockage from forming blemishes.

d.   Hyperpigmentation - as skin ages or as a result of pregnancsy or genetical issues, skin hyperpigmentation can result in dark spots on the skin. Skin Exfoliation can help lighten and in most cases diminish these spots.

e.   Dry Skin - dry skin happens when there is a build up of old skin cells on the skin. By layering on creams to combat this is usually not advisable as you are essentially trying to hydrate old skin that probably cannot be hydrated. You are usually better off by exfoliating to get rid of the old skin to reveal the fresh new skin beneath.

So follow a regular skin exfoliation routine to bring out the new smooth skin for a fresher you!