What is the correct order for exfoliation?

There is a certain stratum corneum on the surface of our skin, which can prevent dust and other substances from directly entering the dermis of the skin. However, if too much keratin accumulates, the pores will look enlarged, and the complexion will appear sallow and dull, so from a skin care perspective, exfoliation is necessary. So, what is the correct order for exfoliation? Should you use facial cleanser first or exfoliate first?

Which should I use first, cleanser or exfoliator?

Use facial cleanser first, then exfoliate.

No matter what cleaning or skin care steps you take, facial cleanser should be used first. Facial cleanser can gently wash away dust on the face and dirt in the pores. Only when the face is clean can you go to the next skin care step. Imagine if you go for beauty treatments with a dirty face, even the best beauty products will lose their original effects.

Benefits of using facial cleanser first

As an advanced facial cleanser, facial cleanser can not only remove dust and dirt from the face, but also replenish moisture and nutrients to the facial skin. It can both clean and protect the skin. Using facial cleanser first can help open the pores on the face in advance, so that subsequent exfoliation can be carried out better.

Disadvantages of exfoliating first

If you use exfoliating products before using facial cleanser, a day's worth of dust will have accumulated on your face, and your pores will be full of oil and dirt. The exfoliating products will be blocked outside the pores, making it difficult for them to enter the pores. The deep cleansing effect of the exfoliating products will be greatly reduced. Moreover, exfoliating products are permeable, and there is a high probability that the dust and dirt on your face will penetrate deep into the skin, causing a series of skin problems.

The correct way to use exfoliating is to clean your face with facial cleanser before exfoliating. While keeping your face clean and moist, take an appropriate amount of exfoliating product on the palm of your hand and apply it evenly to the face. The exfoliating product can be applied to the entire face or just the T-zone where oil secretion is active. After application, massage in circles with both hands for about 1-2 minutes, then wash with clean water.

The correct frequency of exfoliation

Recommended use once every 2 weeks.

Exfoliation has a strong cleansing power and is mainly used to remove the facial stratum corneum and old dead skin. A moderate stratum corneum can protect the skin, but if it is over-cleansed, it is likely to thin the stratum corneum. In this way, the facial skin will lose protection and become very fragile, and red blood streaks are very likely to occur.

Skin care is needed in time after exfoliation. Due to its powerful cleansing ability, the skin will feel a little dry and tight right after exfoliation. Therefore, it is best to perform skin care within 3-5 minutes after exfoliation. Apply toner, lotion, face cream and other skin care products on the face in turn to replenish moisture and nutrition for the facial skin in time.