exfoliant
noun
ex·fo·liant
(ˌ)eks-ˈfō-lē-ənt 
-ˈfōl-yənt
-ˈfōl-yənt
: a mechanical or chemical agent (such as an abrasive skin wash or salicylic acid) that is applied to the skin to remove dead cells from the surface
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Use mild products: Avoid skin products that can irritate, such as toners, astringents, and exfoliants.
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Mark Gurarie, Health, 28 Oct. 2024
Henry agrees and adds parabens, sulfates, any forms of retinoids or retinol, benzoyl peroxide, and other harsh exfoliants to the list of things to avoid.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2024
Like a face scrub or chemical exfoliant, these products gently remove buildup and deeply clean your scalp.
—Jessica Fields, Essence, 21 Oct. 2024
The star line-up of chemical exfoliants consists of acids that ramp up cell turnover.
—Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 13 Sep. 2024
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Mark Gurarie, Health, 28 Oct. 2024
Henry agrees and adds parabens, sulfates, any forms of retinoids or retinol, benzoyl peroxide, and other harsh exfoliants to the list of things to avoid.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2024
Like a face scrub or chemical exfoliant, these products gently remove buildup and deeply clean your scalp.
—Jessica Fields, Essence, 21 Oct. 2024
The star line-up of chemical exfoliants consists of acids that ramp up cell turnover.
—Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 13 Sep. 2024
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exfoliant
noun
ex·fo·liant
(ˌ)eks-ˈfō-lē-ənt
-ˈfōl-yənt
-ˈfōl-yənt
: a mechanical or chemical agent (as an abrasive skin wash or salicylic acid) that is applied to the skin to remove dead cells from the surface
called also exfoliator
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