Is your skin looking ultra-shiny and almost too glowy? It may be a sign of over-exfoliated skin. And while the effect may masquerade itself as a radiant glow for a while, it can start to degenerate into dry skin, rough patches and rashes. “When exfoliation is done right, you won’t even notice it. Yes, your skin will feel a bit smoother, cleaner, younger, and healthier. But if you’re too overzealous, the irritation can look waxy from wiping away skin cells and natural oils, which allows for premature exposure of underlying skin,” says Dr Geetika Mittal Gupta, ISAAC Luxe. “It is important to note that healthy skin will look plump, not thin or slick.”
How often should you exfoliate?
Usually, the skin needs to be exfoliated only one to two times a week to improve and expedite skin cell turnover. If you’ve been slathering on acids and retinol on a daily basis, it can harm your skin in the long term. “Many clients come to me with over-exfoliated skin. Either they have used too…