Chemical vs Physical Exfoliation: Your Interactive Decision Tree
Why Choosing the Right Exfoliation Matters
Exfoliation removes dead skin cells to reveal smoother, brighter skin and helps other products work better. Choosing between chemical and physical methods affects results, sensitivity, and long-term skin health — so this is more than a beauty step, it’s a care decision. This guide is a friendly, expert roadmap to make that choice safely.
You’ll find plain-language science on how each method works, clear benefits and risks, skin-type decision rules, routine design tips, an interactive decision tree walkthrough, and safety troubleshooting with signs to see a professional. Follow along to build a personalized, effective exfoliation plan that fits your skin.
Let’s explore choices so you can exfoliate safely and confidently. Every skin type matters.