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There Is Such a Thing as Too Much Exfoliation

And the results aren't good

by Melanie Rud Chadwick  |  COMMENT

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Once upon a time, exfoliating meant using one of only the few scrubs out there and calling it a day. That's no longer the case, thanks to an influx of cleansers, boosters, serums, toners, peels, lotions and masks (you get the picture), all touting their own exfoliating benefits and the promise of radiant skin. But as the saying goes, all things in moderation. Turns out it's -- very -- possible to over-exfoliate, and end up with skin that looks more gross than glowy. Ahead, the signs that indicate it's time to ease up on the exfoliation, plus the best sloughing solutions for any and every skin type.

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SEE NEXT PAGE: How do you end up over-exfoliating in the first place?
 

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