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If you have a reactive or easily irritated complexion, you could (and should!)
“Gentle acids loosen the top layer of the skin and naturally shed,” explains Dr. Madfes.
You’ll notice visibly refined skin the first time you try it.
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Those withacne-prone skinshould patch-test this pick before applying.
Your best bet is this brilliant little tincture fromThe Ordinary.
We found our skin was super soft and smooth immediately after using, as well as the next day.
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Elf Cosmetics Holy Hydration!
’s Gentle Peeling Exfoliant.
The liquid texture makes it really lightweight and easy to layer in your skincare routine, too.
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It rubbed in easily and made my face feel very soft and smooth during the cleanse.
I found it very gentle and it’s a great pick to use daily."
Boasting a much-deserved large following, it gently exfoliates with rice bran andsalicylic acidwhile calming irritation with colloidal oatmeal.
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If you have dry or super sensitive skin, use it just once or twice a week.
But it doesn’t stop therehyaluronic acid and honey hydrate, plump, and protect reactive skin.
Within a few days, we already saw a difference in the texture of our complexion.
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Where there once had been dry patches, there was now even, glowy skin.
We also love that it’s suitable for all skin types, including acne-prone.
The distinct scent of watermelon may delight some and not others.
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The scent, while strong, also adds to the masking self-care element."
The pads themselves are soft, and the formula is gentle enough not to irritate reactive skin.
Katy, tester with combination skin:“I loved the ease of use with this product.
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It’s easy to swipe the product on my face and it absorbs rather quickly.
In addition, it was gentle enough to use it daily.”
It’s fast-absorbing, works to eliminateflaky skin, and leaves it looking smooth and radiant.
There are cleansers andscrubs, which you combine with water, massage onto your skin, then rinse clean.
Then you’ve got pre-soaked pads and exfoliating toners, which you gently rub around clean skin.
It’s always best to follow the directions on the packaging of the product you’re using.
“Always follow with a moisturizer containing hyaluronic acid orglycerin,” advises Dr. Madfes.
Beyond that, you could use most other skincare products along with an exfoliator.
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