Sloughing away dead cells ensures the natural glow of your skin can be revealed, keeping blemishes at bay and your make-up finish smooth. Rejuvenate your complexion and keep it in tip-top condition, with one of these luxury exfoliants.
DERMALOGICA DAILY MICROFOLIANT EXFOLIATOR
Combating signs of ageing, oiliness and uneven skin tone, this rice-based powder activates upon contact with water. Papain, salicylic acid and rice enzymes polish the skin, while phytic acid, white tea and liquorice balance and colloidal oatmeal and allantoin soothe. This product is suitable for daily use.
BARBARA STURM FACIAL SCRUB
Boosting circulation, the horse chestnut in Dr Barbara Sturm’s super creamy formula stimulates microcirculation in the skin, thus strengthening blood vessels. Its peel quality reduces fine lines and improves the appearance of the skin, as vitamin A and purslane encourage the regeneration of the epidermis.
LA PRAIRIE CELLULAR MINERAL FACE EXFOLIATOR
Apply this silky translucent gel with mineral-rich gem powders, rosa centifolia and La Prairie’s own cellular complex to see both immediate and long-term results. By effectively removing dead cells, the complexion is left brighter and more even.
DIOR PRESTIGE LE SUCRE DE GOMMAGE FACE SCRUB
Prestigious in name and presentation, this beautiful glass jar with a gold-coloured lid contains a pretty pink face and lip scrub that’s full of sugar micro-crystals and uber-luxe. When massaged onto the face it forms a mask, infusing the skin with nourishing oils, waxes and butter, illuminating the skin.
MARIO BADESCU BOTANICAL EXFOLIATING SCRUB
Finely ground Ecuadorian Ivory Palm seeds and botanical extracts feature in this exciting new product that works in just 30 seconds. Suitable for all skin types, it can be used two or three times a week for a more youthful complexion.
KATE SOMERVILLE EXFOLIKATE INTENSIVE EXFOLIATING TREATMENT
Keep ageing at bay with this chemically exfoliating treatment. AHA Lactic Acid & BHA Salicylic Acid work together to loosen stubborn dead skin cells, papaya, pineapple and pumpkin enzymes reveal your natural glow, aloe vera, honey and vitamin E smooth, while rosewood and cinnamon extracts work their magic on fine lines and wrinkles.
PAULA’S CHOICE SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA LIQUID EXFOLIANT
This little grey wonder-bottle is a fan favourite these days and for good reason. The brand’s best-selling product uses salicylic acid to smooth the skin surface, buffing away dead skin cells. The results: poreless, bright and clear skin. Great for all skin types, simply swipe over the face twice daily with a cotton pad to reduce breakouts and leave skin glowing.
BIOLOGIQUE RECHERCHE LOTION P50V
From luxury French skincare hero Biologique Recherche, this liquid exfoliator contains a potent combination of AHA, BHA and PHA exfoliants, which act as a chemical exfoliator. The P50 in its name stands for ‘peeling’ and ’50 days’, which means that the product works throughout your skin’s cycle to deeply exfoliate in an irritation-free way, leaving skin purified, mattified and moisturised.
LA MER THE RENEWAL OIL EXFOLIATOR
From La Mer, the God of anti-ageing, this oil exfoliator buffs away dullness and fine lines, leaving skin glowy and youthful. It contains sea kelp fibres to remove impurities for visibly clearer skin and sea salt and sugar crystals to mildly exfoliate. These are expertly combined with La Mer’s signature Miracle Broth – the key to renewing and brightening skin, for a youthful, fresh-faced appearance.