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Ultimate Exfoliators For Skin

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Removes dead skin cells from the surface to reveal smoother, brighter skin and improve the absorption of other products
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Cleansers

 
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Refine uneven skin tone and texture with this resurfacing face wash. This cleanser is the brightening solution that deep cleans pores, promotes radiance, and minimizes the appearance of dry fine lines and uneven skin tone. Suitable for combination, d...
Mario Badescu Glycolic Foaming Cleanser $16
 
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I love this foamy mandelic cleanser that can be used daily to exfoliate and brighten. Sensitive skin can use this daily without irritating skin
Caudalie Vinoperfect Brightening Mandelic Foam

Gommage/Scrubs

Gently polish away dead skin cells and impurities to reveal smoother, softer, and more radiant skin.

 
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I love the combo of gentle AHA's and enzymes to exfoliate the skin. Can be used on all skin types - even sensitive skin. Treats texture, fine lines and pores.
Furtuna Skin | Triple Active Exfoliator
 
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Visibly glowing skin. Uncover instantly smoother, visibly glowing skin with dual-action exfoliation powered by volcanic minerals and glycolic acid to sweep away dead skin cells in a moisturizing formula.
ALASTIN Skincare ReSURFACE Exfoliating Skin Polish
 
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I recommend this gentle scrub so all my sensitive skin types that love the feel of scrub. This one won't strip your skin of natural moisture either. I also recommend this for anyone with concerns of pores or wanting to build a brightening routine. I ...
Avène Gentle Exfoliating Gel Pore Scrub

Liquids/Toners

Use gentle acids like AHAs or BHAs to sweep away dead skin cells, unclog pores, and promote smoother, brighter skin.

 
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This is an effective and affordable glycolic toner. It's particularly great for those with oily or congested skin. It also helps for those who are concerned with pores, blackheads and fine lines. Exfoliates the skin with one use.
The INKEY List | Glycolic Acid Toning Solution
 
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Uses glycolic acid to remove damaged, dull skin, revealing new, younger skin cells underneath. This results in less fine lines and wrinkles, dry patches, rough areas and imperfections, while aiding in regulating oily and problematic skin.
ClarityRx Restore It 7.5 Percent Glycolic Exfoliator (2 fl. oz.)
 
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Skin feels plumper and smoother as this low-pH formula works to exfoliate dead skin cells and support your skin’s natural collagen and hyaluronic acid, helping you maintain a healthy, radiant complexion over time
Alpha-H Liquid Gold 5% Glycolic Acid Exfoliant
 
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Amazing for a sensitive skin. This product found a way for sensitive skin to be able to use an AHA like glycolic acid while keeping skin from getting irritated or dried out. Also great for unclogging pores, fading discoloration and brightening skin u...
KraveBeauty Kale-Lalu-yAHA

Peels

Use exfoliating acids or enzymes to gently remove dead skin cells, improve texture, and reveal a smoother, brighter complexion.

 
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This is a classic and maybe one of the first at-home peels. This is one of the strongest in their collection - I would recommend it for mature, oily/combination types. Also great for those with concerns for pores and texture
Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Extra Strength Peel
 
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This is pretty close to getting a professional grade peel in the comfort of home. I would recommend this for mature, stable skin. I especially recommend this for those looking for a more even skin tone and feels like their lacking radiance.
U Beauty | Resurfacing Flash Peel
 
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Enzyme peels I highly recommend for sensitive skin types who want something to exfoliate their skin regularly without irritation. It's also very hydrating make it great for dry skin as well.
ma:nyo Galactomy Enzyme Peeling Gel
 
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These exfoliating peel pads are ideal for oily and/or acne-prone skin. They also work well with sensitive skin that is prone to redness and will help minimize fine lines and wrinkles
Barefaced Toning Pads with 2% Glycolic & Salicylic Acid
 
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Delivers calming hydration, supporting a refreshed, balanced complexion. Promotes cell turnover and improve visible skin texture while addressing clogged pores and uneven skin tone.
Skyn ICELAND Nordic Skin Resurfacing Pads
 
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A gentle and effective daily exfoliating pad formulated with beta hydroxy acids. Improves skins radiance, texture, and clarity. and enables your skincare products to better absorb. Recommended for all skin tones and excellent for normal to oily skin....
TRISH MCEVOY Correct and Brighten Beta Hydroxy Pads
 
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These pads works for all types of skin, including those who are sensitive. I recommend this more for those who have concerns with fine lines, especially if actual injectables are not in the cards
Peter Thomas Roth Peptide Skinjection Peel

Serums

Gently dissolve dead skin cells with acids or enzymes to reveal smoother, brighter, and clearer-looking skin over time.

 
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This serum is best for dry and/or dull skin types who want an exfoliating serum that can make a noticeable difference within a few uses. Also great for those who want to stick with as natural ingredients as they can when it comes to skincare
Tata Harper | Resurfacing Serum
 
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Exfoliates to shed dead, dull skin cells for improving the look of fine lines, wrinkles, pores, and uneven skin tone. Great for dry, acne prone, aging, and combination skin to be used daily or as needed
Naturium Glycolic Acid Resurfacing Gel 10%
 
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I recommend this serum for all my sensitive skin people. Promotes gentle exfoliation while maintain moisture in the skin. This exfoliant is also great for anyone wanting more clarity in their skin, smoother texture or deals with breakouts. Also super...
The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + Hyaluronic
 
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I recommend this for those with dry or sensitive skin that want a chemical exfoliant but also needs hydration. Also great for brightening the skin
NIP+FAB | Ceramide Fix Serum 12%
 
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This contains not just an AHA + BHA but 3 other gentle, exfoliating acids. This will help with those who have concerns with texture and pores.
Farmacy Honey Glow 17% AHA+BHA Exfoliator
 
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I love the blend of AHA's + BHA in this formula as well as peptides and antioxidants. The serum is perfect for all skin types including sensitive skin and can be used daily. Helps with any skin concern one may have
M-61 | PowerGlow Pro+ Niacinamide+Neuropeptide Serum
 
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I love the combination of the various acids in this serum. This product works for mostly all the different skin types but sensitive skin should be slightly cautious. I love this for anyone who feels like their skin is dull and/or congested. Noticeabl...
HOLIFROG | Halo AHA + BHA Evening Serum

Masks

 
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This product takes care of dead skin cells overnight while you're sleeping. Also super moisturizing and gentle. Can be used on sensitive skin.
CNP Laboratory Peeling Cream Mask