a soap that promises to help me exfoliate all that dry, flaky skin I've apparently been carrying around
Recent Examples on the WebThe peel works in one simple step to exfoliate and slough off dead surface cells, while simultaneously replenishing the skin barrier to reveal more radiant-looking skin with each use. Jennifer Chan, Peoplemag, 25 Aug. 2022 This step combines glycolic acid and salicylic acid to exfoliate and help even out the skin tone while treating and helping prevent future breakouts. Mariah Morrison, Harper's BAZAAR, 18 Aug. 2022 The formula includes kaolin clay to exfoliate and lavender and tea tree essential oils to calm the skin.ELLE, 22 July 2022 This bundle features a Readers' Choice-winning Drying Lotion that helps heal and calm blemishes or whiteheads overnight and a 12-pack of Drying Patches, which are loaded with salicylic acid to exfoliate and diminish acne. Sarah Han, Allure, 18 July 2022 For one, it’s formulated with AHAs (alpha-hydroxy acids; lactic and glycolic acids in particular), which gently exfoliate and buff dead skin cells from the surface of the skin, allowing newer and healthier cells to surface. Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 10 Aug. 2022 The handle is designed for easy control and the paddle employs boar bristles and nylon bristles to exfoliate the scalp and evenly distribute oil throughout strands.ELLE, 1 July 2022 On the day of an event, her prescribed regimen goes something like this: cleanse, exfoliate, apply a sheet mask, de-puff with a sculpting tool, use a LED device, apply a serum, and give yourself a facial massage. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 24 Mar. 2022 Using light pressure, rub the stone in a circular motion to exfoliate. Dori Price, Good Housekeeping, 9 Aug. 2022 See More
Word History
Etymology
Late Latin exfoliatus, past participle of exfoliare to strip of leaves, from Latin ex- + folium leaf — more at blade