3 Benefits of Body Exfoliation

Benefit 2: Improved Efficacy of Other Skin-Care Products

The AAD also notes that gently exfoliating before applying your favorite lotions, creams or other formulas may help them better work on the surface of your skin to improve its appearance.

After exfoliating, be sure to follow up with a hydrating body moisturizer like the La Roche-Posay Lipikar Lotion or the Kiehl’s Creme de Corps.

Benefit 3: Fewer Body Breakouts

Regular exfoliation may help reduce the factors that cause clogged pores — built-up dead skin cells and oil — which can lead to blemishes. Because our chest, back and shoulders have the most oil glands, we recommend focusing your body exfoliation on them.