How Exfoliation Boosts Skin Health

Increases Cell Turnover

Exfoliation increases cell turnover, a process in which skin cells reach maturity and rise to the skin layer known as the stratum corneum. Once the new skin cells arrive at this layer of the skin, they push older skin cells out of the way, replacing them. Regular cell turnover keeps the skin looking fresh, soft, and youthful. To encourage maximum cell turnover, experts advise patients to exfoliate gently for a longer period. This is more effective than roughly scrubbing the skin for a brief period. If the skin is in good condition and has been regularly exfoliated, patients can promote healthy cell turnover by gently massaging a cleanser or exfoliating serum around all areas of the face for thirty seconds. Patients whose skin needs more attention are advised to exfoliate with a gentle massaging technique for up to ninety seconds. Continuing for longer than ninety seconds could be irritating for the skin. In conjunction with exfoliation, skin cell turnover can be accelerated through the use of skincare products derived from vitamin A (retinol or retinoids).

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