If you refresh your facial skin with scrubs or peels, keep these five essential precautions in mind for optimal results and skin health.
Your skin becomes more sensitive to the sun
Regular exfoliation thins the skin's outer layer, increasing sun sensitivity. Always protect daily with at least SPF 15 sunscreen.
Peels can disrupt pigmentation
While peels can fade light pigmentation spots, aggressive use (high concentrations or overuse) may interfere with natural pigmentation. Avoid scrubs and peels on darker skin tones.
Proceed with caution if you have acne
Exfoliation can improve acne-prone skin, but wrong products or excess use may worsen irritation and breakouts.
Consult a skin expert for serious issues
For conditions like eczema or rosacea, seek advice from a dermatologist before trying scrubs or peels.
The dead skin layer acts as protection
Recent research by chemists at Leiden University shows the outermost dead cells defend against harmful free radicals. It's unclear if removing them impacts deeper layers.
Read also
> What is exfoliation?
> How do you exfoliate your skin?
> Make your own scrub
