Exfoliation

Exfoliation is the process of removing dead skin cells. There are two classifications of
exfoliants:

Mechanical Chemical
-For normal, dry, oily, and combo -Not for sensitive or thin skin

 Physically manipulating, using  Chemical ingredient that breaks

product or object, to remove dead down the intercellular fluid that holds
skin. the cells together.
We only use up to 40% of a chemical
Examples: peel, but a dermatologist would use
 Microdermabrasion more.
 Louffa Examples:
 Granular  Alpha Hydroxy Acids, AHA
 Gommage (Glycolic Acid)
 Brushing Machine (used with  Beta Hydroxy Acids, BHA
cleanser OR exfolient) (Salicylic Acid * best for acne)
 Enzyme Peels – derived from
Contraindacations: fruits and vegetables, these
 Open lesion peels usually come in powder
 Any acne form, and are activated when
 Sensitivity mixed.
 Dermatitis Pineapple = Bromelain
 Broken capillaries Papaya = Papain

Three Levels of Chemical Peels:

Superficial Peels
Chemicals used: AHA, BHA, Sulphur
Reaction: Pink, Peeling
Medium Depth Peels
Trichliracetic Acid
Chemicals used:
Reaction: Removes Epidermis
Deep Peels
Phenol
Chemicals used:
Reaction: Removes Tissue, Highly Acidic, Goes to Papillary Region