{"id":6133,"date":"2019-10-07T15:24:59","date_gmt":"2019-10-07T15:24:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.foreo.com\/mysa\/?p=6133"},"modified":"2022-10-27T12:19:44","modified_gmt":"2022-10-27T10:19:44","slug":"exfoliating-for-sensitive-skin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.foreo.com\/mysa\/exfoliating-for-sensitive-skin\/","title":{"rendered":"Loving Scrubbing: Exfoliating Even With Sensitive Skin"},"content":{"rendered":"

You don\u2019t have to give up all the benefits of exfoliating just because you have sensitive skin.<\/span><\/p>\n

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We\u2019re sure you\u2019ve heard all about how great exfoliation is for your skin, especially if you want a selfie-ready complexion. However, when you tried it, you were left looking like a red blotchy balloon, and with a dry itchy feeling, that’s even to drive anyone insane. <\/span>If you recognize yourself in any of the above categories, chances are you either went way overboard with the exfoliating, or you have sensitive skin.<\/span><\/p>\n

The good news is that this doesn’t mean you have to say goodbye to exfoliating forever. In fact, quite the opposite; we\u2019re here to show you how you can enjoy gentle exfoliation for sensitive skin<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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For the sensitive skin type, we recommend exfoliating no more than once a week, so that you don’t irritate and dry out your skin too much. <\/p><\/div>\n

More Isn\u2019t Always Better<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The first rule of thumb when it comes to exfoliating sensitive skin is the frequency with which you use it in your skincare routine: for the sensitive skin type, we recommend no more than once a week, so that you don’t irritate and dry out your skin too much. <\/span><\/p>\n

The most important thing is to keep track of how your skin reacts, and then you can decide whether or not you can up your exfoliating dosage!<\/span><\/p>\n

What’s In Exfoliating Products For Sensitive Skin<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The second most important factor would be the formula you are using: steer clear of any harsh scrubs with rough granules<\/strong>, as these will just aggravate your skin more. Instead, look for formulas containing super nourishing creams. Here are our 2 picks for exfoliating scrubs that work wonders for sensitive skin types.<\/span><\/p>\n