Exfoliation
helps to speed up the process of new
cell turn over removing the thinnest
and outermost layer of skin consisting
of dead skin cells. These dead skin
cells leave a dull and lifeless appearance
on the skin. When we are young our
skin has naturally a faster rate in
which the skin produces new skin cells.
By exfoliating we increase lymph and
blood circulation, aids in detoxification
(since your skin is your largest organ
of elimination), the light pressure
to your skin is calming to the nervous
system, and will encourage the new
growth of skin cells.
On
average as adults we generate a new
layer of skin every two to four weeks.
Dead skin cells left on your skin
can clog pores leading to blackheads
and blemishes. You can improve your
complexion and aid the cycle by exfoliating.
Types of Exfoliates
Mechanical and chemical
are the two main ways to exfoliate.
Mechanical exfoliates
contain minuscule pieces of grit that,
when rubbed on your skin, dislodge
the dead skin cells. Common mechanical
exfoliates are microderm face clothes,
facial scrub mitts, loofa, sugar scrubs
and/salt scrubs. The manual scrubbing
motion stimulates and improves circulation
which helps with the appearance of
cellulite.
Chemical exfoliates
do the same task as mechanical exfoliates
but by using mild acids in place of
small particles or brushes to exfoliate
the skin. Exfoliating products usually
contain alpha-hydroxy acids, beta-hydroxy
acids, or salicylic acids. The acids
in these products remove the outer
layer of the skin by dissolving the
layer of dead skin cells. Chemical
products are pushed in all different
skin product markets but be careful
not to buy over the counter without
consulting first with your doctor.
How to exfoliate
Exfoliate your entire body once or
twice a week. Quick 5 minute scrubs
daily are good for you to reduce stress
and decrease blood pressure. You can
use a circular motion, Start from
the feet and legs and then your arms
and shoulders and hands. Continue
with the back then up through the
torso towards the heart. After you
have exfoliated rinse your body with
cool water removing any residue and
will further activate blood circulation
throughout the body. Pat dry and follow
with a skin moisturizer to keep your
skin soft.
Exfoliation
helps to speed up the process of new
cell turn over removing the thinnest
and outermost layer of skin consisting
of dead skin cells. These dead skin
cells leave a dull and lifeless appearance
on the skin. When we are young our
skin has naturally a faster rate in
which the skin produces new skin cells.
By exfoliating we increase lymph and
blood circulation, aids in detoxification
(since your skin is your largest organ
of elimination), the light pressure
to your skin is calming to the nervous
system, and will encourage the new
growth of skin cells. 
