DermTV – Effective Physical Facial Exfoliant Alternatives for Women [DermTV.com Epi #394]

As a DermTV viewer, you know that Dr. Schultz prefers chemical exfoliants over physical exfoliants. However, what happens when you’re traveling and you’ve forgotten your chemical exfoliant? Or, what about those times when physical exfoliants might be more appropriate? In this episode of DermTV, Dr. Schultz discusses physical exfoliants which can in certain circumstances serve as alternatives to chemical exfoliants. Connect with DermTV: www.facebook.com www.twitter.com [TRANSCRIPT] My passion for exfoliation, especially facial exfoliation, is simply based on exfoliation’s global benefits for facial rejuvenation, prevention and control of acne breakouts and its potential to reduce certain precancerous growths. While I believe that gentle chemical exfoliation consistently produces better results than physical exfoliation, both are important, and today’s episode discusses three at home, low tech, simple and easy physical exfoliation alternatives to chemical exfoliation. First and most basic is gentle facial message with a loofah type sponge, or even just a washcloth. Try circular motions with gentle pressure for a few minutes. Lubrication with a gentle cleanser will help avoid irritation. As with all types of physical exfoliation, the degree of exfoliation will be directly proportional to how long you do it, how much pressure you apply and how abrasive the exfoliating instrument is, so go easy and don’t over do it. Please remember that if a little is good, more isn’t …
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