Chemist Warehouse Catalogue - 10/07-23/07/2020 (Page 7)

beauty this month aut glowing skin and an overall potential skin benefits are reason alone to embrace reg exfoliation but is it possible to have too much of a good thing? blanc skin clinic cosmetic aesthetician clara hurst says "it can result from using the wrong type of exfoliant for your skin type or simply by using exfoliator too often." the science of exfoliation the catalytic effect exfoliators have on the skin's natural turnover processes can improve the complexion skincare expert and product developer fiona tuck says exfoliants are designed to sweep the skin surface clear by "removing the outermost layer of the skin' production of collagen and skin cells complexion and a smooth skin surface scrub away brush up on how to make the most out of your exfoliation know your product exfoliators generally fall into one of two contain rough particles that work by using literal mechanical force to push off dead contain acids or enzymes that gently your skin type and concerns fiona advises seeking the help of both skincare experts agree any product directives should be followed to the letter during application and dr hurst adds you should always cleanse beforehand scrub,' she says recommended time for the enzymes to work correctly." words sharon hunt winter rejuvenation feet in focus softening rough skin on the underside of feet requires more than a run-of-the- oriented physical scrubs or chemical act like a mini foot to address skin build- up and callouses on the heels and soles "always wear gloves" don't inadvertently harm your hands when applying heavy duty foot exfoliants don't over do it an exfoliator should be used twice a week and possibly more "if the skin is thickened or oily and regular exfoliation,' fiona says but if you suspect you have been to be on the lookout for signs of skin barrier itchiness or even roughness to the touch process is to blame "it's important not to be too aggressive when using a physical scrub as you can cause micro-tears in the skin.' dr hurst says apply too much as it can really upset the skin's natural balance heated indoor spaces can cause all over exfoliators are beneficial for addressing dry thick skin patches that accumulate particularly skin cells with a physical body scrub and lather on a hydrating cream or oil to seal in moisture.' dr hurst says