Dull looking skin automatically puts a damper on not only your day, but also on the overall health of your skin. Skin that isn’t naturally luminous can be a sign of clogged pores. excessively dry skin, or layers dead skin plied on your face. The best way to have great skin, especially in the winter time, is to have a solid skin routine. You’ll need a cleanser, toner, exfoliater, and moisturizer all special designed for the face. Out of these products, the exfoliater’s job is to remove dead skin, unclog pores, and allow your natural skin oils to begin to moisturize your face.
There are two types of facial exfoliaters, physical (also known as mechanical) and chemical. Physical exfoliants contain grains, beads, or sugar that manually scrub the dead skin off your face. Chemical exfoliants use acids, natural and man-made, to slough off the layers of dead skin cells. In both categories there are mild, moderate, and strong exfoliaters. First, do a spot test with these products under you chin to see if they cause you to have an allergic reaction. Also if your looking to do a strong exfoliation of your face, you should always consult your doctor. Two popular exfoliating treatments are ExfoliKate Intensive Exfoliating Treatment and KORRES Pomegranate Deep Cleansing Facial Scrub.
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ExfoliKate Intensive Exfoliating Treatment is one of the best sellers for Kate Sommerville Skin Health Experts. This product is a customer choice winner on QVC and has an average rating of 4.5 stars on Sephora.com. This facial exfoliator cost $85 and is available at Sephora, QVC (which allows you to purchase it in six easy payments), and Kate Sommerville Skin Health Experts website. Jessica Alba, Lauren Conrad, and Kate Walsh swear by her products and treatments which has earned her the nickname “the guru of glow”. This product uses papaya, pineapple, and pumpkin enzymes to natural exfoliate layers of dead skin. Unfortunately, this product also contains Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex (CI 75810). If you ever had an allergic reaction to costume jewelry (which can be a sign of being allergic to copper), its best that you consult a medical professional before using this product. In a clinical trial 72 percent of women said after one use they had a reduction in skin roughness and an improved skin complexion. Here are some pros and cons about ExfoliKate Intensive Exfoliating Treatment.
Pros
- One of the best facial exfoliants on the market
- Can be use twice a week
- Gives instant results
Cons
- Can only be used on sensitive skin for 1 minute of else it will cause irritation
- Is very expensive compared to other facial exfoliants on the market
- Contains copper
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KORRES specializes in using natural ingredients to make skincare products that produce results. Their Pomegranate Deep Cleansing Facial Scrub cost $21 and can be purchased at Sephora and KORRES website. The active ingredients in this product are pomegranate, olive, and calendula extract. The pomegranate extract contains tannins, which help remove excess sebum and make your skin more radiant. Unlike other facial exfoliators, this one doesn’t contain any GMOs, parabens, synthetic dyes or petrochemicals. It has an average rating of 4.5 at Sephora.com and is suitable for those with sensitive skin, vegetarians, and vegans. The packaging is recyclable and there aren’t any alcohols or silicone that will dry out your skin. This product is made with 86 percent natural ingredients. However, there are no clinical results that outline the effectiveness of this product. Let’s review some of the pros and cons of KORRES Pomegranate Deep Cleansing Facial Scrub.
Pros
- Is more affordable then other high end facial exfoliators
- Made with 86 percent natural ingredients
- Can be used by persons who have sensitive skin without any irritation
Cons
- Does not have clinical results to prove its effectiveness
- Only 1.35 ounces of product per bottle
- Is a mild exfoliator
The Verdict: ExfoliKate Intensive Exfoliating Treatment is a proven facial exfoliant that will show skin improvement after one use. It is a moderate fcacial exfoliator and may not be best for those with sensitive skin or if this is your first time using a chemical exfoliator at home. KORRES Pomegranate Deep Cleansing Facial Scrub is made with more natural ingredients and is great for sensitive skin, but it is only a mild exfoliator.
What’s your favorite exfoliating face wash?
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