exfoliant

/ ɛksˈfəʊlɪənt /

noun

1. a gently abrasive cosmetic product designed to remove dead cells from the skin's surface

Word History and Origins

Origin of exfoliant¹

C20: from exfoliate + -ant

Example Sentences

If so, he recommended using products with glycolic acid, a gentle chemical exfoliant, to boost skin-cell turnover without drying out your skin.

From Seattle Times

Mehta recommends switching to a hydrating, more cream based, cleanser and also decreasing application of products such as retinoids, exfoliant, and vitamin C, which can dehydrate skin.

From National Geographic

The type of exfoliant I’ll do also depends on whether it was a long day out in the sun or in the pool.

From Los Angeles Times

I use this elixir and charcoal face wash, and then I do an exfoliant twice a week.

From Los Angeles Times

I use this elixir and charcoal face wash, and then I do an exfoliant twice a week.

From Los Angeles Times