Healthy, glowing skin starts with regular exfoliation. By removing dead skin cells, exfoliation helps your skin breathe and better absorb the ingredients in subsequently applied products. Whether physical, enzymatic, or chemical, you should never skip this essential step.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF REGULAR EXFOLIATION?

Exfoliation helps remove dead skin cells that can clog pores and inhibit skin respiration. Regular exfoliation allows to:

• Refine your skin’s texture for a smoother, more even surface
• Reveal a fresh layer of skin for a rejuvenated appearance
• Illuminate the complexion and enhance its natural radiance
• Boost product efficacy by allowing subsequent skincare treatments to penetrate more effectively.

HOW TO PROPERLY EXFOLIATE?

For best results, exfoliation should always be done after makeup removal and cleansing. Once exfoliation is complete, continue with the rest of your skincare routine: lotion, serum, moisturizer, and sunscreen. After removing dull surface layers, your skin will be more sensitive and susceptible to sun and environmental damage, so protection is essential.

Exfoliation should be performed at least once or twice a week, depending on your skin type and condition, unless the product is specifically designed for daily or more frequent use.

WHAT ARE THE 3 TYPES OF EXFOLIATION?

1. CHEMICAL

Chemical exfoliants work in different ways depending on the type. AHAs and PHAs gently dissolve the bonds that hold dead cells together promoting their progressive exfoliation. No physical manipulation is necessary with chemical exfoliation; all that is needed is to apply the exfoliant, without rubbing, and let it rest on the skin to activate. BHAs work deeper in the pores to release impurities. There are 3 main types of chemical exfoliants:

• AHAs/ALPHA-HYDROXY ACIDS: Water-soluble acids that effectively exfoliate the skin’s surface and stimulate skin renewal. Common AHAs include glycolic, lactic, phytic, citric, and mandelic acids.
• BHAs/BETA-HYDROXY ACIDS: Lipid-soluble acids that penetrate deep into pores to dissolve sebum and impurities. One of the most common BHAs is salicylic acid.
• PHAs/POLY-HYDROXY ACIDS: Water-soluble acids, with larger molecular sizes, PHAs gently exfoliate while providing hydration. Common PHAs include gluconolactone, lactobionic acid, and galactose.

2. PHYSICAL OR MECHANICAL

These types of exfoliators consist of small granules, which are gently massaged, in a circular motion, on damp skin. In this case, it is a matter of manually removing dead skin using these granules, such as rice or fruit stone powder, which have slightly abrasive properties. Physical exfoliation may not be suitable for more sensitive and/or reactive skin. It is also extremely important to ensure the exfoliant used is polished or spherical with no sharp edges that could cause damaging micro-lacerations in the skin.

3. ENZYMATIC

With this type of exfoliation, enzymes such as subtilisin or fruit enzymes gently dissolve and break down the bonds that hold the dead cells together to eliminate them. Simply apply the exfoliant and let the enzymes do their work for a few minutes. This makes enzymatic exfoliation ideal for sensitive skin.

DISCOVER OUR COLLECTION OF EXFOLIANTS

Explore the sensory world of our exfoliants collection, created to reveal the radiance of every skin type, based on your preferences in terms of texture, fragrance and ritual of use.

INTRODUCING OUR NEW PEEL TONER EXFOLIANT

SOFT ON THE SKIN, STRONG ON RESULTS

• 90% noticed an improvement in the radiance of their complexion*
• 89% showed an improvement in skin texture**
• Improvement in skin hydration**: up to 82%

*Subjective study on 30 volunteers. **Clinical study on 30 volunteers. Individual results may vary. Conducted by Lab. Dermo Cosmetik Inc (G.M. COLLIN) on site.

INSIDE THE FORMULA

• 4% Gluconolactone (PHA): Gently exfoliates the skin
• 4% Lactic Acid (AHA): Reveals the next layer of skin for a refreshed appearance.
• 0.5% Glycolic Acid, and arginine (amphoteric hydroxy complex): Reveal the next layer of skin for a fresher look
• 1% Salicylic Acid: Exfoliates and unclogs pores
• Sodium Hyaluronate: Hydrates
• Allantoin + Aloe Vera: Soothe the skin

GENTLE ENOUGH FOR DAILY USE

Its gentle and gradual action makes it easy to incorporate into any routine, whether for daily use or a few times per week. Apply with a cotton pad or fingertips, no rinsing required, and adjust the frequency as needed to suit your skin’s unique needs.

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ACTIVE EXFOLIANT POWDER

A triple-action exfoliant that combines gentle polished rice with chemical and enzymatic action. Activated with water, it transforms into a frothy foam that cleanses, purifies, and reveals skin that looks luminous, soft, and refreshed. Gentle enough for daily use. Suitable for all skin types, except irritated or inflamed skin. Shop

INTENSIVE EXFOLIANT GEL

An innovative dual-action chemical and enzymatic exfoliating gel, enriched with trace elements and natural enzymes. Applied like a mask on damp skin, Intensive Exfoliant Gel works in just 10–15 minutes before being rinsed off. The skin looks firmer, pores appear minimized, and the complexion is visibly more even. Ideal for sensitive skin. Shop

PHYTOAROMATIC GOMMAGE

A creamy botanical exfoliator with polished rice powder for gentle, non-abrasive exfoliation. Enriched with cucumber, jojoba, and ginkgo biloba extracts, Phytoaromatic Gommage refines skin texture, brightens tone, improves the appearance of scars, and leaves skin revitalized. Ideal for oily skin. Shop

EXFOZYME EXFOLIANT

A creamy enzymatic exfoliator that activates upon application. Formulated with pomegranate fruit ferment extract, kaolin, and zinc oxide, Exfozyme Exfoliant is applied like a mask on damp skin and left to work for 10–15 minutes before rinsing. The skin must be kept moist during application by spraying the appropriate mist or by using it while showering. Ideal for sensitive skin. Shop