Exfoliation Mistakes to Avoid: 5 Common Exfoliating Mistakes Every Girl Must Avoid

Do you exfoliate randomly? Exfoliating in a wrong way can lead to many skin problems. Read on to know some of the most common exfoliation mistakes that you make and correct them right away!

Edited By: Priya Prakashan

Published: September 13, 2017, 4:15 PM IST

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Exfoliation is the key to get beautiful smooth, soft and fresh looking skin. It is a process which involves sloughing off dead skin cell buildup on the surface of your skin which clogs the pores on your skin. Over a period of time when the dead skin cells start accumulating on the surface of your skin, it gives your skin a dull appearance. Exfoliation helps to get rid of dirt and dead skin cells, revealing your natural glow and smooth and soft skin. When done right, it can give you a flawless skin, but when done incorrectly it can irritate your skin. If you are still not sure whether you are following the right exfoliating regime, then read on. These are the 5 exfoliating mistakes that you need to stop making right now. (ALSO READ 5 DIY Sugar Face Scrubs to Exfoliate Dead Skin Cells Easily).

Exfoliating too harshly

Though exfoliating is the key to get rid of the dirt, grime and dead skin cells, you need to make sure that you are not too harsh to your skin while doing so. If you scrub your skin too hard with the exfoliator, you are doing more harm to your skin than good. Exfoliating your skin too harshly can break blood vessels and cause inflammation. Remember to exfoliate gently and only apply mild pressure.

Neglecting your body

If you tend to only exfoliate your face and neglect the rest of the body, then you should start exfoliating your body right away! Yes, just like your face, you need to exfoliate the rest of your body to scrub away the old debris, otherwise you will be left with dull and dry skin. Exfoliating isn’t restricted to a particular area, you need to start exfoliating all-over. Use a body scrub or body brush to exfoliate your body.

Not exfoliating frequently

When was the last time you exfoliated your skin? If you do not remember, chances are that you are exfoliating your skin not frequently enough. You need to exfoliate your skin frequently enough to steer clear of a number of skin problems and to keep your skin clean and smooth. Start exfoliating your face every week and if you have oily skin then exfoliate bi-weekly.

Using the wrong exfoliator

Just like your moisturizer, you need to choose an exfoliator that suits your skin. Using the wrong kind of exfoliator will not get you the results that you are looking for. If you have acne-prone or sensitive skin, you need to be careful while selecting an exfoliator. Opt for paraben and sulphate-free formula to keep your skin healthy and radiant.

Not using a moisturizer

Your job is not complete after exfoliating your skin. After scrubbing your skin, never leave it bare. If you ignore your skin after scrubbing away the dead skin cells, your skin will become dry. Prevent dry skin by applying a moisturizer that suits your skin type after exfoliation. This will seal moisture within the skin and keep your skin hydrated, soft and supple.

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