Weve got the final answer on when to exfoliate.
But whats the best way to go about it?
Should youexfoliatebefore or after shaving?
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And does the order of operations change depending on the punch in of exfoliator you use?
Weve got all the answers.
Should You Exfoliate Before or After Shaving?
Ideally, you should exfoliate before shaving.
Also, some exfoliantsespecially chemical exfoliators and physical scrubs made with saltcan potentially irritate freshly shaved skin.
And if youve got a fresh cut from shaving?Ouch!
How Often Should You Exfoliate?
Generally speaking, aim for one to two times per week.
Oily, thicker skin can be exfoliated every day with no negative side effects.
Gentle Exfoliation (e.g.
These can safely be done daily as long as too much pressure is not used, Dr. Thosani says.
Chemical Exfoliators (e.g.
acids, enzymes)
