If the first question in your head before you start your skincare routine is – “Which product should I use first?” – you’ve come to the right place! With so many different skincare products out there, the confusion of which one to go with first can be seriously nerve-wracking. The most commonly posed age-old question is “Should I cleanse first or exfoliate?” and we are out to get the answer for this, once and for all.
What is the difference between cleansing and exfoliating?
There’s a fine line between cleansing and exfoliating and it is necessary for all of us to know this difference! In simple terms, a cleanser is a gentle foaming or non-foaming solution that is formulated to get rid of all the clutter and surface impurities that the skin has picked up throughout the day. Imagine the topmost layer of your skin deeply doused with oil, dirt, impurities and the after effects of pollution. What would you do? Cleanse. The main objective of cleansing is to remove the excessive build-up of surface impurities, bacteria, oil, and makeup. On the other hand, exfoliation involves the process of sloughing off dead skin cells along with delving deeper into the skin’s surface to uproot trapped impurities and reveal a smoother and brighter complexion.
Should you scrub before or after cleansing?
Always cleanse first. The best way to make the most of your cleansing routine is by using a cleanser that works for your skin type, which helps in getting rid of the surface impurities. Once you’ve created a clean base to work on, use a mild face scrub to gently exfoliate your skin and open up your pores so that the clogged impurities and blackheads can be lifted off. While doing that, the scrub also carefully removes dead skin cell buildup, revitalizes your skin and promotes faster skin cell turnover.
Here’s a quick guide to effective exfoliation:
- Start by picking a facial scrub formulation that is suitable for your skin type. Those with sensitive and acne-prone skin should go for mild scrubs with smaller beads.
- Next, always use gentle circular strokes to exfoliate and don’t be harsh or over-rub, which could cause irritation and flaking.
- Since the rule here is – less is more, stick to exfoliating twice a week and follow it up with a moisturizer.
- Use your fingertips to massage your skin and always pat dry after rinsing.
If you’re constantly on the lookout for skin-suitable natural exfoliators, then Everyuth Naturals Walnut Scrub is your best bet. Its consistent ability to give you smooth and blackhead-free, glowing skin makes it the best blackhead removal scrub. It is suitable for all skin types and its portable size makes it a great carry-along for your getaways. The goodness of Vitamin E and walnut make it an ideal addition to your skincare routine for having instant velvety smooth and luminous skin.
