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Naturally, if you have certain skin conditions such as rosacea, you should
not exfoliate; it will only aggravate the problem.
You should avoid prolonged exposure to the sun (we love it, too, but it
can be aggressive) and hair removal (waxing) for a period of 24 hours
after exfoliating.
WHICH BRAND IS BEST FOR YOU? A FEW SUGGESTIONS THAT ARE CLEARLY NOT "FLAKY"!
FOR THE BODY
If you want to turn exfoliation into a sensual experience...Origins
has what you are looking for : its new, sublime body cleanser with fruit
enzymes, "Not a moment of sadness" and its exfoliating scrubs "Escape"
and "Be happy" (about $25 each available as of August 6 at Les Ailes
de la Mode located in downtown Montreal or at www.origins.com). The
granular properties found in these completely natural products are crushed
apricot pits and microgranules of jojoba and carnauba. Mmmmm!
Lancome's Body Exfoliator - Peau de Peche ($30) is a classic. Makes
your skin peachy clean!
If your beauty budget allows it, the luxurious Sweet Sugar Body Scrub
by Helena Rubenstein ($36) is an excellent choice; actually it's the
cream of the crop!
Yves Rocher's foaming exfoliating gel Spa Dynamique ($14) has a refreshing
marine sent and provides a gentle exfoliating action perfect for sensitive
skin or skin prone to getting varicose veins.
Marcelle's Exfoliating Gel ($14.95) is enriched with AHAs and kelp
extracts. It is hypoallergenic and great for even the most sensitive
skins.
Clarin's Exfoliator ($38), a pioneer in the world of exfoliators,
is without a doubt the most popular. Its subtle scent is reminiscent
of l'Eau Dynamisante by Clarins.
Guerlain's Reve bleu exfoliator from the Body Secret line of products
($45) is what every woman would love to receive as a gift. It is fresh
and creamy with a sophisticated scent and its tiny seashell particles
leave skin silky soft.
FOR THE FACE
L'Oreal Paris' Turning Point cream ($9.95) is miraculous. Your face
feels softer after only the first application.
Hydra-detox by Biotherm gives other products
a run for their money. The Detoxifying Cleansing Foam (about $26) gives
new meaning to the words "deep cleansing". It not only buffs the skin
leaving it softer than ever, it also purifies it.
1- The dark side of the sun
2- Why should you exfoliate and when?
3- Is exfoliation sometimes not advised?
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