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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This powder exfoliant activates with water to deliver a gentle exfoliation thanks to salicylic acid and rice enzymes, reducing sebum build-up in pores.
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 3 Dec. 2024
This liquid exfoliant contains a blend of fruit alpha hydroxy acids and niacinamide, which gently resurfaces skin to reveal a smoother complexion and less noticeable pores.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 30 Nov. 2024
Azelaic acid is an excellent exfoliant that has been shown to improve hyperpigmentation and skin texture.
—Kristin Canning, SELF, 27 Nov. 2024
Designed specifically for dry and mature skin, the five-step process includes cleansing oil, a gentle exfoliant, a softening serum, a hydrating face cream, and a radiant eye cream for her best skin ever.
—Shanna Shipin, Glamour, 2 Dec. 2024
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 3 Dec. 2024
This liquid exfoliant contains a blend of fruit alpha hydroxy acids and niacinamide, which gently resurfaces skin to reveal a smoother complexion and less noticeable pores.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 30 Nov. 2024
Azelaic acid is an excellent exfoliant that has been shown to improve hyperpigmentation and skin texture.
—Kristin Canning, SELF, 27 Nov. 2024
Designed specifically for dry and mature skin, the five-step process includes cleansing oil, a gentle exfoliant, a softening serum, a hydrating face cream, and a radiant eye cream for her best skin ever.
—Shanna Shipin, Glamour, 2 Dec. 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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