Exfoliation is removal of outer dead, dull and damaged layer of skin. It improves skin texture and adds radiance, promotes better penetration of skincare products, opens blocked pores, reduces appearance of large pores, reduces acne formation and reduces appearance of fine aging lines.
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Mechanical exfoliation is the physical scrubbing of skin with the help of a scrub, body brush or loofah and is recommended once a week at home.
Chemical exfoliation is the dissolution of outer dead and damaged skin through the application of fruit based mild acids or enzymes. Superficial chemical exfoliation is used to treat minor conditions like patchy-dull skin, acne, tanning and superficial pigmentation and is recommended once a month under medical supervision. In some cases involving melasma, rigid post acne marks or scars and deeper pigmentation, deep chemical exfoliation might be recommended by the doctor.
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