{"id":1692,"date":"2022-03-15T17:27:36","date_gmt":"2022-03-15T16:27:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/?page_id=1692"},"modified":"2026-05-30T10:20:23","modified_gmt":"2026-05-30T08:20:23","slug":"how-to-exfoliate-your-skin","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/how-to-exfoliate-your-skin\/","title":{"rendered":"How do I exfoliate my skin?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"bd-brand\"><style>\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fill,minmax(260px,1fr));gap:16px;margin-top:8px}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card{display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:8px;padding:24px 26px;background:rgba(255,255,255,0.6);border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.95);border-radius:22px;backdrop-filter:blur(20px);text-decoration:none;transition:transform 0.25s ease,box-shadow 0.25s ease;box-shadow:0 10px 40px rgba(42,36,56,0.04)}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card:hover{transform:translateY(-4px);box-shadow:0 22px 55px rgba(42,36,56,0.1)}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card-tag{font-family:var(--bd-sans);font-size:11px;font-weight:600;color:var(--bd-accent);letter-spacing:0.06em;text-transform:uppercase}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card h3{font-family:var(--bd-serif);font-weight:500;font-size:20px;line-height:1.2;color:var(--bd-ink);letter-spacing:-0.01em;margin:0}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card-arrow{font-family:var(--bd-serif);font-style:italic;font-size:14px;color:var(--bd-accent);margin-top:auto;padding-top:4px}\n.bd-brand .bd-video-wrap{position:relative;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;border-radius:22px;overflow:hidden;box-shadow:0 22px 55px rgba(42,36,56,0.12);margin-top:8px}\n.bd-brand .bd-video-wrap iframe{position:absolute;inset:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0}\n.bd-brand>p:empty{display:none!important}\n.bd-brand>p{margin:0!important}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-section{padding:48px 0 !important}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-hero{padding-bottom:8px !important}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-hero .bd-hero-meta{margin-bottom:0 !important}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-dark{margin-top:24px !important;margin-bottom:24px !important}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-final{padding-top:48px !important;padding-bottom:48px !important;margin-top:0 !important}\n@media (max-width:900px){html body .bd-brand .bd-section{padding:36px 0 !important}html body .bd-brand .bd-hero{padding-top:56px !important}html body .bd-brand .bd-eyebrow{margin-top:8px}}\n<\/style><section class=\"bd-hero\" style=\"padding-bottom:8px !important;padding-top:56px !important\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-eyebrow\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\">Guide skincare - Facial care<\/a><\/span><h1>Facial scrub - <em>AHA, BHA or PHA, which one to choose?<\/em> according to a doctor and analyses by BeautyDecoders.<\/h1><p class=\"bd-hero-sub\">The right exfoliant depends on your skin type. Dry and mature skin: lactic acid, moisturizing. Normal to combination skin: glycolic acid, more penetrating. Oily skin with imperfections: salicylic acid (BHA), which cleanses pores. Sensitive skin: mandelic acid or PHA, gentler. Exfoliate once a week at first, never at the same time as retinol, and always with sun protection.<\/p><div class=\"bd-hero-meta\"><div class=\"bd-hero-meta-item\"><span>Approach<\/span><strong>Independent cosmetic analysis<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"bd-hero-meta-item\"><span>Method<\/span><strong>Verdict Sensitivity - Dr David's rule<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"bd-hero-meta-item\"><span>Selection<\/span><strong>6 scrubs rated by BeautyDecoders<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bd-section\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">The benefits<\/span><h2>Why <em>exfoliate<\/em><\/h2><p class=\"bd-lead\">There are two types of exfoliation: physical (exfoliation), for the body, and chemical, for the face. Acids destroy the bonds between cells and remove the surface layer of dead cells, promoting cell renewal with healthier cells.<\/p><p><strong>Skin texture and texture<\/strong> - Particularly useful for smokers and oily skin, who are often bothered by an irregular texture. <strong>Hyperpigmentation<\/strong> - exfoliation eliminates pigmented cells more quickly, both post-acne and post-sun. <strong>Anti-aging<\/strong> - Cell renewal slows down with age, and exfoliation remedies this; think of it as regular mini-peelings.<\/p><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bd-dark\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">Understanding<\/span><h2>AHA, BHA, PHA : <em>the different acids<\/em><\/h2><div class=\"bd-pillars-grid\"><div class=\"bd-pillar\"><div class=\"bd-pillar-num\">AHA<\/div><h4>Glycolic, lactic, mandelic<\/h4><p>Water-soluble, they act on the surface but not in the pores. Glycolic (the smallest) penetrates deeply; lactic, which is gentler, is an excellent humectant; mandelic (the largest) remains on the surface, for sensitive skin.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"bd-pillar\"><div class=\"bd-pillar-num\">BHA<\/div><h4>Salicylic acid<\/h4><p>Soluble in fat, it acts on the surface and deep down in the pores: ideal for oily skin with imperfections. Anti-inflammatory and antibacterial, making it suitable for acne-prone skin.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"bd-pillar\"><div class=\"bd-pillar-num\">PHA<\/div><h4>Gluconolactone, lactobionic<\/h4><p>The latest, they gently exfoliate. Useful for anti-aging and acne, effective and well-tolerated, perfect for reactive skin.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><!-- ===== PEAU S\u00c8CHE \/ MATURE ===== --><section class=\"bd-section\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><div class=\"bd-phase-header\"><div class=\"bd-phase-num\">Profile 01<\/div><h3 class=\"bd-phase-title\">Skin <em>dry or mature<\/em><\/h3><\/div><p class=\"bd-phase-sub\">Dry skin benefits from low-dose glycolic acid, but above all from lactic acid, both exfoliating and moisturizing. Slightly larger than glycolic acid, it is less irritating and provides exfoliation and hydration - ideal for mature skin.<\/p><div class=\"bd-alert bd-alert-info\"><span class=\"bd-alert-icon\">\u26a0<\/span><div>The ratings and review excerpts come from users of the BeautyDecoded application. These reviews are not verified. The Sensitivity Verdict applies the Dr David Rule: a sensitive skin score below 0 indicates a potential risk of irritation; between -2 and -5, a product not suitable for sensitive skin.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-product\"><div class=\"bd-product-top\"><div><span class=\"bd-product-cat\">Lactic acid 10% + HA - The Ordinary<\/span><h3>The Ordinary Lactic Acid 10% + HA<\/h3><div class=\"bd-product-meta\"><span class=\"bd-rating\"><span class=\"bd-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><span class=\"bd-score\">4,60\/5<\/span><span class=\"bd-count\">(5 reviews)<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><span class=\"bd-product-badge bd-badge-mixed\">Exfoliator + moisturizer - dry\/mature skin<\/span><\/div><p>Lactic acid 10 % exfoliant with hyaluronic acid, both gentle exfoliant and moisturizer, ideal for dry, mature skin. Anti-aging score <strong>78,2<\/strong>. Sensitive skin score <strong>-3.0 - unsuitable<\/strong> at this concentration, to be introduced every third evening. Feedback shows a clear, healthy-glow effect, to be combined with a moisturizer and SPF.<\/p><div class=\"bd-scores-label\">Scores BeautyDecoded<\/div><div class=\"bd-scores\"><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Dry skin<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">84<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Oily skin<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">84<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to oily<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">91<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-low\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Sensitive skin<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">-3<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Anti-aging<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">78,2<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Imperfections<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">76,5<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-sv bd-sv-poor\"><strong>\u2715 Verdict sensitivity<\/strong> Not suitable for sensitive skin at this concentration (score: -3.0). Use every third evening.<\/div><div class=\"bd-quotes-label\">User feedback (5 reviews)<\/div><div class=\"bd-quotes\"><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abMoisturizer and gentle exfoliator, makes skin very soft, every third night alternating with a retinol.\u00bb<\/div><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abGentler than glycolic, results a little slower, very good value for money.\u00bb<\/div><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abClean skin effect and healthy glow guaranteed on my combination skin.\u00bb<\/div><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abThink about sunscreen, skin becomes more sensitive to the sun.\u00bb<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-verdict\"><strong>Verdict -<\/strong> Exfoliating, moisturizing lactic acid, ideal for dry, mature skin (anti-aging 78.2). Not suitable for sensitive skin (-3.0), to be introduced gradually with SPF. 4.60\/5 out of 5 reviews.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><!-- ===== PEAU NORMALE \/ MIXTE ===== --><section class=\"bd-section\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><div class=\"bd-phase-header\"><div class=\"bd-phase-num\">Profile 02<\/div><h3 class=\"bd-phase-title\">Skin <em>normal to mixed<\/em><\/h3><\/div><p class=\"bd-phase-sub\">Glycolic acid is often the best option. Its low molecular weight enables it to penetrate deeply, making it effective and powerful, with a slightly higher risk of irritation. Apply every other day, except retinol evenings.<\/p><div class=\"bd-product\"><div class=\"bd-product-top\"><div><span class=\"bd-product-cat\">7% glycolic acid - The Ordinary<\/span><h3>The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner<\/h3><div class=\"bd-product-meta\"><span class=\"bd-rating\"><span class=\"bd-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><span class=\"bd-score\">4,89\/5<\/span><span class=\"bd-count\">(45 reviews - very solid base)<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><span class=\"bd-product-badge bd-badge-flop\">Best rated - tolerant skin only<\/span><\/div><p>Lotion with 7 % glycolic acid, <strong>the most reviewed and highest rated exfoliator in the base range<\/strong> (45 reviews, 4.89). Anti-aging score <strong>85<\/strong>. Sensitive skin score <strong>-5.5 - not suitable<\/strong>, for normal to oily tolerant skin. Visible effect on skin texture from first use, to be used in the evening, alternating with retinol.<\/p><div class=\"bd-scores-label\">Scores BeautyDecoded<\/div><div class=\"bd-scores\"><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Dry skin<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">77<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Oily skin<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">91<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to oily<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">91<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-low\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Sensitive skin<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">-5,5<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Anti-aging<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">85<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-low\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Imperfections<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">38<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-sv bd-sv-poor\"><strong>\u2715 Verdict sensitivity<\/strong> Not suitable for sensitive skin (score: -5.5). For normal to tolerant oily skin only.<\/div><div class=\"bd-quotes-label\">User feedback (45 opinions - representative extracts)<\/div><div class=\"bd-quotes\"><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abPerfect for my combination to oily skin, I repurchase it every time.\u00bb<\/div><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abA revelation: the effect is visible and noticeable from the very first uses.\u00bb<\/div><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abI use it once a week, the skin texture is much finer.\u00bb<\/div><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abGood non-irritating exfoliant, but doesn't give extraordinary results either.\u00bb<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-verdict\"><strong>Verdict -<\/strong> Glycolic 7 % best rated of the base (rapid effect on skin texture, anti-aging 85). Not suitable for sensitive skin (-5.5), alternating with retinol in the evening. 4.89\/5 out of 45 reviews.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-alert bd-alert-info\"><span class=\"bd-alert-icon\">\ud83d\udca1<\/span><div><strong>Golden rule:<\/strong> never use acids at the same time as retinol. It's best to apply the acids in the morning and the retinol in the evening, or to space the two well apart if everything is done in the evening.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><!-- ===== PEAU GRASSE ===== --><section class=\"bd-section\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><div class=\"bd-phase-header\"><div class=\"bd-phase-num\">Profile 03<\/div><h3 class=\"bd-phase-title\">Skin <em>oily with imperfections<\/em><\/h3><\/div><p class=\"bd-phase-sub\">Salicylic acid is often the best choice: fat-soluble, it deep-cleans pores and reduces inflammation, ideal for blemishes. Many formulas can be used as a leave-on lotion, sometimes on a daily basis, as they remain gentle.<\/p><div class=\"bd-product\"><div class=\"bd-product-top\"><div><span class=\"bd-product-cat\">Salicylic acid 2% - Paula's Choice<\/span><h3>Paula's Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant<\/h3><div class=\"bd-product-meta\"><span class=\"bd-rating\"><span class=\"bd-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><span class=\"bd-score\">4,74\/5<\/span><span class=\"bd-count\">(31 reviews - solid base)<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><span class=\"bd-product-badge bd-badge-top\">R\u00e9f\u00e9rence BHA - Oily skin<\/span><\/div><p>No-rinse lotion with 2 % salicylic acid and green tea for oily skin with imperfections. Blemish Score <strong>85<\/strong>. Sensitive skin score <strong>-1.0 - slight caution<\/strong>, Gentle formula for frequent use. Smoothes skin texture and unclogs pores according to numerous feedbacks; some sensitive skins find it too strong or incompatible with other active ingredients.<\/p><div class=\"bd-scores-label\">Scores BeautyDecoded<\/div><div class=\"bd-scores\"><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-mid\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Dry skin<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">73,5<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Oily skin<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">84<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to oily<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">91<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-mid\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Sensitive skin<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">-1<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Imperfections<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">85<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-low\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Stains<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">3,4<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-sv bd-sv-caution\"><strong>\u26a0 Sensitivity verdict<\/strong> Slight caution (score: -1.0). Gentle formula for frequent use.<\/div><div class=\"bd-quotes-label\">User feedback (31 reviews - representative extracts)<\/div><div class=\"bd-quotes\"><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abBest salicylic acid product, irritating especially if routine has incompatible products.\u00bb<\/div><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abThe BHA is my favorite for my oily skin, my fine lines are smoothed out too.\u00bb<\/div><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abGreat on my teenager's dry, grainy skin, smoothed skin texture.\u00bb<\/div><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abDisaster for my sensitive skin, made my acne worse.\u00bb<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-verdict\"><strong>Verdict -<\/strong> BHA reference for oily skin with imperfections (85), smoothes skin texture and unclogs pores. Slight caution (-1.0), too strong for some sensitive skins. 4.74\/5 out of 31 reviews.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><!-- ===== PEAU SENSIBLE ===== --><section class=\"bd-section\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><div class=\"bd-phase-header\"><div class=\"bd-phase-num\">Profile 04<\/div><h3 class=\"bd-phase-title\">Skin <em>sensitive<\/em><\/h3><\/div><p class=\"bd-phase-sub\">Mandelic acid is the gentlest AHA: its large size prevents it from penetrating deeply. PHAs are another option, even gentler than AHAs. Start every third day.<\/p><div class=\"bd-product\"><div class=\"bd-product-top\"><div><span class=\"bd-product-cat\">Mandelic acid 5% - By Wishtrend<\/span><h3>By Wishtrend Mandelic Acid 5% Skin Prep Water<\/h3><div class=\"bd-product-meta\"><span class=\"bd-rating\"><span class=\"bd-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><span class=\"bd-score\">4,57\/5<\/span><span class=\"bd-count\">(7 reviews)<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><span class=\"bd-product-badge bd-badge-top\">The gentlest AHA - reactive skin<\/span><\/div><p>Exfoliating lotion with mandelic acid 5 %, the gentlest AHA, designed for sensitive skin. Sensitive skin score <strong>+1.25 - adapted<\/strong> for reactive skin. Very fluid texture, quickly absorbed. Clearer skin and tighter pores according to feedback, with slight tingling that fades; do not overuse as it may sensitize over time.<\/p><div class=\"bd-scores-label\">Scores BeautyDecoded<\/div><div class=\"bd-scores\"><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Dry skin<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">84<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Oily skin<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">84<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to oily<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">91<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-mid\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Sensitive skin<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">1,25<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Anti-aging<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">76,5<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Imperfections<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">76,5<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-sv bd-sv-ok\"><strong>\u2713 Verdict sensitivity<\/strong> Suitable for sensitive skin (score: +1.25).<\/div><div class=\"bd-quotes-label\">User feedback (7 reviews - representative extracts)<\/div><div class=\"bd-quotes\"><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abMy sensitive skin tolerates it well on a daily basis, mandelic acid is the gentlest of the AHAs.\u00bb<\/div><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abSome tingling on application that fades quickly, no redness.\u00bb<\/div><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abClearer skin, fewer imperfections and slightly tighter pores, after my vitamin C.\u00bb<\/div><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abEffective but I space it because it sensitizes a little too much, combine with a rich cream.\u00bb<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-verdict\"><strong>Verdict -<\/strong> Mandelic acid, the mildest AHA, well tolerated by reactive skin (+1.25). Clearer skin and tighter pores; not to be overused. 4.57\/5 out of 7 reviews.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-product\"><div class=\"bd-product-top\"><div><span class=\"bd-product-cat\">PHA + BHA Scrub 4% - Geek &amp; Gorgeous<\/span><h3>Geek &amp; Gorgeous Calm Down 4% PHA + BHA<\/h3><div class=\"bd-product-meta\"><span class=\"bd-rating\"><span class=\"bd-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><span class=\"bd-score\">4,77\/5<\/span><span class=\"bd-count\">(13 reviews)<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><span class=\"bd-product-badge bd-badge-top\">Ultra-gentle PHA - daily exfoliation<\/span><\/div><p>An ultra-gentle exfoliant combining PHA and a little BHA, designed for reactive skin. Sensitive skin score <strong>-1.5 - slight caution<\/strong>, but reputed to be very well tolerated. Exfoliates without causing redness according to numerous feedbacks, compatible with vitamin C in the morning. An alternative to classic AHAs for those who can't tolerate them.<\/p><div class=\"bd-scores-label\">Scores BeautyDecoded<\/div><div class=\"bd-scores\"><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Dry skin<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">79,8<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Oily skin<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">84<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to oily<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">91<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-mid\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Sensitive skin<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">-1,5<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-mid\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Anti-aging<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">68<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Imperfections<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">85<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-sv bd-sv-caution\"><strong>\u26a0 Sensitivity verdict<\/strong> Slight caution (score: -1.5). Reputed to be very well tolerated.<\/div><div class=\"bd-quotes-label\">User feedback (13 reviews - representative extracts)<\/div><div class=\"bd-quotes\"><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abUltra-gentle exfoliant that doesn't irritate my epidermis, perfect for my redness.\u00bb<\/div><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abReconciles sensitive skin and exfoliation, no redness, I've adopted it.\u00bb<\/div><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abExfoliates well without aggressing, compatible with vitamin C in the morning.\u00bb<\/div><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abVery good for daily exfoliation of the skin.\u00bb<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-verdict\"><strong>Verdict -<\/strong> Ultra-gentle PHA + BHA exfoliant, an alternative to AHAs for reactive, non-reddened skin (blemishes 85). Slightly cautious (-1.5) but very well tolerated. 4.77\/5 out of 13 reviews.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><!-- ===== MASQUES PEELING ===== --><section class=\"bd-section\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><div class=\"bd-phase-header\"><div class=\"bd-phase-num\">Profile 05<\/div><h3 class=\"bd-phase-title\">Visit <em>peeling masks<\/em><\/h3><\/div><p class=\"bd-phase-sub\">More powerful, peel masks similar to medical peels are used once a week maximum, on skin used to acids.<\/p><div class=\"bd-product\"><div class=\"bd-product-top\"><div><span class=\"bd-product-cat\">Peeling mask AHA 30% + BHA 2% - The Ordinary<\/span><h3>The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution<\/h3><div class=\"bd-product-meta\"><span class=\"bd-rating\"><span class=\"bd-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><span class=\"bd-score\">4,57\/5<\/span><span class=\"bd-count\">(30 reviews - solid base)<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><span class=\"bd-product-badge bd-badge-flop\">Very powerful - accustomed skin, max 10 min.<\/span><\/div><p>Very powerful peeling mask, similar to a medical peel, to be applied for 5 to 10 minutes once a week maximum, on skin used to acids. Sensitive skin score <strong>-5.75 - not suitable<\/strong>. Returns the skin more beautiful and luminous according to the returns, excellent value for money, but to handle with prudence and never after another acid or retinol.<\/p><div class=\"bd-scores-label\">Scores BeautyDecoded<\/div><div class=\"bd-scores\"><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Dry skin<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">80,5<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Oily skin<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">80,5<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to oily<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">80,5<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-low\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Sensitive skin<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">-5,75<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-mid\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Anti-aging<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">68<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\"><div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Imperfections<\/div><div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">76,5<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-sv bd-sv-poor\"><strong>\u2715 Verdict sensitivity<\/strong> Not suitable for sensitive skin (score: -5.75). Max 10 min, never after another acid or retinol.<\/div><div class=\"bd-quotes-label\">User feedback (30 opinions - representative extracts)<\/div><div class=\"bd-quotes\"><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abThe best peel, exceptional value for money, makes skin more beautiful.\u00bb<\/div><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abYears of use, skin used to acids, never any reaction. Max 10 min.\u00bb<\/div><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abI saw the change, my skin looked better, I'm trying again.\u00bb<\/div><div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abToo strong for my skin.\u00bb<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bd-verdict\"><strong>Verdict -<\/strong> Very powerful peeling mask, \u00abnew skin\u00bb effect, excellent value for money. Not suitable for sensitive skin (-5.75), reserved for skin used to it, max 10 min. 4.57\/5 out of 30 reviews.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bd-section\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">On video<\/span><h2>Exfoliation <em>explained<\/em><\/h2><div class=\"bd-video-wrap\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2q-wouvTe6I\" title=\"Facial scrub - BeautyDecoded\" loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bd-dark\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">Proper use<\/span><h2>Integrating exfoliation <em>without damaging the skin<\/em><\/h2><p>There's no age to start: as soon as you want to smooth fine lines, boost collagen or treat acne. The real question is frequency, which depends on the state of your skin barrier (if it's damaged, we rebuild it first), the type of cleanser you use, your hydration and whether you use retinoids.<\/p><div class=\"bd-dark-quote\"><strong>Don't follow instructions blindly<\/strong><p>The \u00ab1-2 times a day\u00bb approach often damages the skin. Retinol already acts as an exfoliant, so we apply an acid in the evenings without retinol. Once a week is a good start for most people; some glycolic or salicylic acid cleansers can be used daily, while others are much more aggressive. If you feel a burning sensation, stop immediately and rinse off; redness is a bad sign. Respect your skin barrier for long-lasting results.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/section><!-- ===== CTA APP (bd-final standard) ===== --><section class=\"bd-final\" style=\"padding-top:48px !important;margin-top:0 !important\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><div class=\"bd-final-inner\"><div class=\"bd-section-label\">Further information<\/div><h2>Analyze an exfoliant on <em>your skin profile<\/em>.<\/h2><p>The BeautyDecoded application lets you scan any cosmetic product to visualize its suitability for your skin type and needs, based on INCI analysis.<\/p><div class=\"bd-cta-wrap\" style=\"justify-content: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/beautydecoded.go.link\/88eZ2\" class=\"bd-cta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Discover BeautyDecoded<\/a><\/div><div class=\"bd-cta-meta\" style=\"margin-top: 16px;\">Application available on iOS and Android<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bd-section\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">Frequently asked questions<\/span><h2>Your questions about\u2019<em>exfoliation<\/em><\/h2><div class=\"bd-faq-list\"><details class=\"bd-faq-item\"><summary>How often should you exfoliate your skin?<\/summary><div class=\"bd-faq-answer\">Once a week is a good place to start. The frequency depends on the product, its concentration, pH and your tolerance. Some gentle exfoliants can be used daily, while powerful peels can be used once a week at most. In the event of burning or redness, use less frequently.<\/div><\/details><details class=\"bd-faq-item\"><summary>AHA or BHA: what's the difference?<\/summary><div class=\"bd-faq-answer\">AHAs (glycolic, lactic, mandelic) are water-soluble and act on the surface, ideal for dry to normal skin and anti-aging. BHA (salicylic) is fat-soluble, penetrates pores and is more suitable for oily and acne-prone skin.<\/div><\/details><details class=\"bd-faq-item\"><summary>Can acid and retinol be used together?<\/summary><div class=\"bd-faq-answer\">It's best to avoid applying them at the same time. Apply acids in the morning and retinol in the evening, or alternate evenings. As retinol already acts as an exfoliant, the cumulative effect increases the risk of irritation.<\/div><\/details><details class=\"bd-faq-item\"><summary>Which exfoliator is right for sensitive skin?<\/summary><div class=\"bd-faq-answer\">Mandelic acid, the mildest of the AHAs, or PHAs. Their large size limits penetration and therefore irritation. Start every third day and moisturize well afterwards.<\/div><\/details><details class=\"bd-faq-item\"><summary>Do I need sun protection after exfoliation?<\/summary><div class=\"bd-faq-answer\">Yes, it's essential. Acids make the skin more sensitive to the sun and increase the risk of blemishes. Daily sun protection is mandatory when using exfoliants.<\/div><\/details><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bd-section\"><div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">Further information<\/span><h2>Our guides <em>related to exfoliation<\/em><\/h2><div class=\"bd-hub-grid\"><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/anti-wrinkle-care\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Guide<\/span><h3>Anti-wrinkle care<\/h3><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/anti-spot-care\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Guide<\/span><h3>Anti-spot care<\/h3><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/anti-acne-care\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Guide<\/span><h3>Anti-acne care<\/h3><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/dilated-pores\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Guide<\/span><h3>Dilated pores<\/h3><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/anti-uv-care\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Guide<\/span><h3>Sun protection<\/h3><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/section><div class=\"bd-sig\"><strong>Dr Sylvain David<\/strong><span>Plastic and aesthetic surgeon - Founder of BeautyDecoded<\/span><\/div><div class=\"bd-disclaimer\"><p>Information for educational purposes only. It does not replace a medical consultation and must be adapted to each individual. The compatibility scores generated by the application do not prejudge the individual tolerance of each skin type. In the event of pregnancy, skin pathology or doubt, dermatological advice is recommended. A tolerance test should be carried out before using the product for the first time.<\/p><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Skincare Guide \u00b7 Facial Care: Facial Exfoliants \u2014 AHA, BHA, or PHA: Which One to Choose, According to a Doctor and BeautyDecodeurs\u2019 Analysis. The right exfoliant depends on your skin type. Dry and mature skin: lactic acid, moisturizing. Normal to combination skin: glycolic acid, more penetrating. 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