Exfoliation is the process of removing dead skin cells from the top layer of skin. Although this facial cleansing technique can be performed with special tools or harsh chemicals, your skin can be exfoliated with products that contain mildly abrasive ingredients, like salt, sugar, and oatmeal. Here are a few benefits of exfoliating your face.

Why You Should Get an Exfoliating Facial Cleanse

1. Improve Your Skin

As a person ages, it takes longer for new skin cells to come to the surface, but exfoliating speeds this process by eliminating the dead cells that hinder fast turnover. Rough patches are smoothed, increasing blood circulation and allowing new, healthy skin cells to emerge. By eliminating the buildup of dead skin cells on your face, your skin will be brighter and younger-looking.

2. Prevent Acne

Pores are the tiny openings in your skin that secrete oil and sweat, and they can clog with these substances and dead skin cells. Clogged pores irritate the skin and cause acne flareups.

Fortunately, exfoliation removes any oil, sweat, and dirt accumulations from the pores. This makes them smaller and tighter, creating less room for any buildup to accumulate and trigger a breakout.

3. Help Skin Care Products Work Better

Skin care products can penetrate deeply into the skin if they aren't blocked by clogged pores. This allows them to be more effective and provide the best results.

For example, a layer of dead skin inhibits products from penetrating and providing support. However, when allowed to work to their fullest potential, moisturizers and serums will hydrate your skin and enhance its elasticity, giving you a youthful glow.

If you've never exfoliated your face, have a professional remove the layers of dead skin cells. See the team at To the Nines Barber Shop in Temple, AZ, for a rejuvenating facial cleansing treatment. They'll apply an exfoliating scrub, soothe your pores with a hot towel, massage your skin to stimulate blood circulation, and apply a cleansing cream to lock in the results. Call (480) 525-2999 to schedule an appointment.