Winter is a time for coldness and dryness, which can strip off our skin’s turgor and glow. It can cause our skin to be dull, flaky, and dry, with some even experiencing acne breakouts due to oil overproduction that was meant to compensate for the dryness. So there’s no doubt about it—winter can be a particularly harsh season for our skin.
Meanwhile, spring comes with warmth, life, and a fresh start. Your skin, too, can be reset after winter. One great way to do so will be to exfoliate, a skincare method that allows you to slough off dry skin and reveal your vibrant skin that was hidden because of the cold season.
3 Types of Exfoliation Worth Considering for the Ultimate Spring Reset
Just as no two people are alike, no two skin types and skin concerns are also the same. And for each of the different skin types, there’s a type of exfoliation that will be more suitable and more effective in addressing the different skin concerns.
Physical Exfoliation
Physical exfoliation is a traditional method of exfoliation where you’re using tactile forces to remove dry skin, dirt, or excess oil from the surface of your skin. You can use either scrubs or tools for this method of exfoliation.
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Scrubs - Scrubs are tiny, bead-like particles with abrasive properties that can physically remove dry skin and other impurities on the skin’s surface. They can be natural, such as the sucrose found on Dermasuri’s Sugar Lip Scrub, or synthetic.
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Tools - There’s a variety of tools that you can choose from to help you exfoliate, including simple washcloths, brushes with soft bristles, and sponges. At Dermasuri, we also have a wide range of tools that you can use to exfoliate your body.
Physical exfoliants are great if you have dry skin, as they can help remove flakiness without depleting moisture. If you have sensitive skin, you may still use physical exfoliants, but make sure to moisturize immediately with products that can help restore the skin barrier, like those with ceramides and shea butter.
Chemical Exfoliation
Chemical exfoliation involves acids that can go deeper beneath the pores to exfoliate the skin. This makes them work better than physical exfoliants if you have oily skin. They can also be good for those with combination skin, using chemical exfoliants in oilier areas like the T-zone, and gentle physical exfoliants on drier areas to remove issues like flakiness.
Common acids used include Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) and the Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHAs). Chemical exfoliation can come in various formats, including toners or serums, and can be easily incorporated into your skincare routine.
Enzymatic Exfoliation
Enzymatic exfoliation involves applying products with natural enzymes from fruits, such as papain from papaya or bromelain from pineapple to remove dead skin cells without disrupting the skin’s natural barrier. This is a great option if you have sensitive skin, as this doesn’t over-exfoliate compared to other types of exfoliants, and can help you avoid experiencing redness and irritation due to over-exfoliation.
Experience Noticeable Skin Transformation With Dermasuri
Spring is definitely a great time to pamper your skin after the harsh condition it has endured during winter. With the right techniques and the most appropriate method of exfoliation, you’ll see a noticeable transformation in your skin that reflects the transition to a warmer and gentler season.
Experience the full-body renewal that you rightfully deserve through premium exfoliating products from Dermasuri. Drawing inspiration from the beauty regimens from Turkey and Korea, we carefully designed our products to give you a brighter, more youthful look.
Browse through our shop to see our selection of deep exfoliating scrubs and files made for head to toe and start working towards your best version yet!
