How can exfoliating help your skin?

Regularly exfoliating with scrubs, cleansing grains and masks can greatly enhance the complexion. You'll slough away the dead skin and uncover healthier-looking skin. Exfoliate once a week if your skin is normal to dry, twice a week if you have oily skin. For those with sensitive skin, a super-gentle weekly exfoliation is fine. Those with acne-prone skin, should consult a dermatologist before using grains, but gentle mask exfoliates are generally a safe bet. Glycolic acid also has a mild sloughing effect.

NON-COMEDOGENIC - A term used to describe a product that has been tested and shown not to clog pores and cause blemishes.

HYPO-ALLERGENIC - A term used to describe a product that has been extensively tested to minimize the possibility of irritations and allergic reactions.

DERMATOLOGIST-TESTED - A term used to describe a product which has been safety-tested under the supervision of a board-certified dermatologist.

OPHTHALMOLOGIST-TESTED - A term used to describe a product which has been safety-tested under the supervision of a board-certified ophthalmologist.

SPF (Sunscreen) - The Sun Protection Factor indicates the additional amount of time you can spend in the sun with sunscreen protection than without it.

COLLAGEN - A protein found in skin which gives skin elasticity and support.

LIPOSOMES - Microscopic capsules that can contain various substances such as moisturizing agents and vitamins.

ANTIOXIDANTS - An ingredient added to cosmetics to neutralize free radicals (microscopic particles). Common antioxidants include Vitamins A, C, E and beta carotene.

GLYCOLIC ACID - A particular type of alpha-hydroxyl ("fruit") acid that occurs naturally in sugar cane. Glycolic acid acts as an exfoliate, helping to slough off the top layer of dead skin.

RETINOL - The purest form of Vitamin A, often used in products developed to help minimize the signs of aging.

BOTANICALS - Ingredients obtained from (or derived from) plants. Some are selected for their pleasant scents such as lemon, orange, spearmint, and apricot.