The world of exfoliation has come a long way from apricot scrubs and facial brushes. Ahead, we cover three different ways to incorporate this essential step into your routine.
A physical exfoliant
This is likely the mode of exfoliation you’re most familiar with—and for good reason! A physical exfoliator works to remove dead skin cells manually, smoothing out texture and prepping your skin for the rest of your routine. It’s a great method that comes with plenty of options, depending on your needs. From finely milled powder exfoliators to botanical-infused scrubs, shop our pick:
Urban Jungle Dust It Off Exfoliating Powder, RM121
This foaming exfoliating powder is the latest addition to Urban Jungle’s cult lineup. Combining physical with enzymatic exfoliation, this exfoliant brightens and smoothens the skin without stripping your skin of its natural oils, using its combination of yellow clay and a super-gentle trio of surfactants cleanse without stripping the skin’s natural oils. Better yet, it’s a customisable treatment—simply adjust the water-to-cleanser ratio according to your preferences!
An exfoliating toner
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Forget to exfoliate at the sink or in the shower? Fret not—there’s always Plan B. Exfoliating toners vary from ultra-efficient and active-packed to gentle formulations created for daily use. Find our pick below:
The Ordinary Saccharomyces Ferment 30% Milky Toner 100ml, RM90
This exfoliating tonic is powered by Saccharomyces Ferment, a yeast ferment technology with fermented N-acetylglucosamine (NAG) that exfoliates the skin’s surface while delivering all-day hydration. Gentle and hydrating, this milky texture is the perfect first step in your routine, working over time to give you smoother, brighter skin—without irritation, even for the most sensitive complexions.
KraveBeauty Kale-Lalu-Yaha Gentle AHA Exfoliator, RM130
This gentle AHA exfoliator is K-beauty at its finest, using its gentle blend of glycolic acid, hyaluronic acid and vitamin-rich kale to treat texture, dryness and discolouration.
Exfoliating pads
If you prefer a more powerful exfoliation solution, exfoliating pads are worth trying. These once-a-week treatments are potent shots of skin-smoothing goodness, tailor-made to give you the perfect dose with every use. Here’s the product on our rotation:
Peter Thomas Roth Peptide Skinjection Exfoliating Peel Pads, RM270
These new exfoliating peel pads are your secret to more youthful skin. Made with a 20 per cent exfoliating complex of phytic acid, salicylic acid and sodium lactate, this weekly treatment combats the premature signs of ageing, from expression lines, wrinkles and uneven texture. Plus, using the treatment preps your skin for the rest of the products in your routine.
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