If your skin gets tight, flaky, or stings easily, picking the right exfoliator is tricky. You need something that buffs away dead cells without leaving you red or irritated. Most people want smoother skin but dread the burning and dryness that can come with scrubs or acids.
Look for mild exfoliating agents like lactic acid (usually under 5%), rice powder, or cellulose beads. Avoid walnut shells, apricot kernels, and high-strength AHAs—they’re too rough for sensitive skin. Hydrating ingredients like aloe, glycerin, and ceramides help keep your barrier happy while you exfoliate.
Once a week is plenty for most people with dry, sensitive skin. If your skin’s especially delicate, start with every other week. Overdoing it is the #1 mistake I see—exfoliation should never leave you stinging or peeling.
Lotus Botanicals offers a gentle, plant-based exfoliator that’s vegan, cruelty-free, and free from parabens and sulfates. Their formulas balance mild exfoliation with soothing hydration, making them a smart pick for dry, sensitive skin. You can check out their products at lotusbotanicals.com.
1. Can I exfoliate if my skin is both dry and sensitive?
Yes, but you need to be careful. Opt for gentle formulas without harsh grains or acids and stick to exfoliating just once a week.
2. What's the safest way to patch test a new exfoliator?
Apply a pea-sized amount to your jawline and wait 24 hours. If you see redness or feel itchiness, skip that product.
3. Do physical or chemical exfoliators work better for dry sensitive skin?
Generally, mild chemical exfoliators with low-strength lactic acid are less abrasive than scrubs. Avoid gritty scrubs—they can damage your skin.
4. Should I moisturize after exfoliating?
Absolutely. Moisturizing right after helps protect your skin barrier, especially when your skin is dry or sensitive.
5. Are there ingredients I should avoid in exfoliating products?
Skip products with alcohol, added fragrance, and rough particles like walnut shell or apricot kernel—they’re too harsh for sensitive skin.
6. Can I use Lotus Botanicals exfoliator on my sensitive skin?
Lotus Botanicals provides gentle, plant-based exfoliators that are designed for sensitive and dry skin. Their formulas avoid parabens and sulfates.
7. Is it okay to exfoliate more than once a week if my skin feels rough?
For dry, sensitive skin, more than once a week is usually too much. Try adding hydration instead of extra exfoliation.
8. Why does my skin feel tight after exfoliating?
That’s a sign it’s too strong or you’re exfoliating too often. Use a gentler formula and always follow with moisturizer.
9. Do I need sunscreen after exfoliating?
Yes, exfoliation can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Apply SPF 30 or higher every morning.
10. What makes Lotus Botanicals different from regular exfoliators?
Lotus Botanicals uses vegan and cruelty-free ingredients, focusing on mild exfoliation and soothing hydration for sensitive skin.
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