7 Must-Try Face Scrub and Exfoliator in Winter

Let’s clarify between face scrubs and exfoliators for those cold months in the year.

Why should exfoliating be added to our skin care routines?

Exfoliating with exfoliators and face scrubs are main players in the skin care game. Essentially these products help speed up the process in removing the topo layer of skin that are bound to be shed sooner or later. The goal is to remove this top layer and harsh things in this layer that can cause a lot of the things we as women fixate on: uneven skin tone, acne, and clogged pores. Of course, every product you choose to add to your skin regimen should be geared towards your personal goals.

What’s the difference between face scrubs and exfoliators?

So what’s the difference? Face scrubs and exfoliators are the same yet different. The main differences are face scrubs have granules and penetrate the skin less than exfoliators. For different skin types this means different things. It may be more suitable for a sensitive skin type to opt for exfoliators as they have less abrasive granules, but depending on the chemical content may cause irritation. Always sample test on a small section of skin like the back of your hand before applying product to entire face. Always follow directions provided on the bottle of any skin care product. Remember to apply sufficient sunscreen daily to protect your freshly exfoliated skin.

7 Must-Try Face Scrubs or Exfoliators for Winter

Finding products that can improve your skin is easy, but to find quality products that are exactly what they advertise takes a bit more. Let’s face it, you’ve probably tried a few and realized you weren’t getting the results you wanted. Here’s the list of products from brands that come highly recommended and used by licensed estheticians. These are favorites because they contain less fillers than retail skin care products. These face scrubs and exfoliators have more of the stuff that creates an impact on your skin. Now let’s look up the line up of products that could potentially get you closer to your skin care goals.

Dermalogica’s daily milkfoliant exfoliator

Image Skincare’s AGELESS total microderm exfoliator

Image Skincare’s ORMEDIC balancing gel polisher

Face Reality’s L-Mandelic Face and Body Scrub

Glymed’s Peptide Micro Scrub

Lira Clinical’s Ice Clarifying Scrub

Eminence’s Clear Skin Willow Bark Exfoliating Peel

Conclusion

It’s clear there’s much to consider when picking your next face scrub or exfoliator. Don’t let it overwhelm you! If you’re weary buy the travel version first and see if you can manage using this new product in your skin care regimen. Skin care is a constant experiment. Remember to build your skin care arsenal slowly rather than all at once. It will help your skin adapt kindly to the new things you’re trying to use on it.

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