How often should you exfoliate? | Routine Help

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elizabethsskin

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How often should you exfoliate?

I just started using paula’s choice BHA to exfoliate at night but how do I know if I’m over exfoliating? How often should I use this exfoliant and can I alternate between this one and others on different nights?
Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

Paula's Choice
Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

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Kaiiixx

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Hi! For normal /oily/combo skin type 2/3 times a week is good enough For sensitive skin type 1/2 times a week ☺️☺️ If u just started incooperate this in ur routine,I would recommend u to use this 2 times a week first then gradually add on the frequency if ur skin could tolerate it & yes u could switch other gentle exfoliant alternate night( again it depends on ur skin could tolerate or not, or else stick to 2/3 times a week is good enough) 😊😊
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MooMoo

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You should start by exfoliating 1 time a week and increasing the days slowly. 2-3 times a week is more than enough. That bha toner from Paula's choice is pretty strong so I recommend using it 1 time a week if your new to acids. If your skin is irritated, itchy, have dry patches, or burns then it means you're overexfoliating your skin and you should stop using actives until your skin gets better. If you overexfoliated your skin, I suggest using soothing products that contain ingredients such as centella, green tea, mugwort, or propolis. Hope this helps! ❤️
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elaineganuelas

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Start slow by incorporating it in weekly then move up to 2-3x a week or observe how your skin tolerates the product.
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thesundaefave

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The frequency depends on how your skin can take & how strong the products you are using. I usually exfoliate at night. But only with a mild exfoliating toner. For me, I would know that I am overexfoliating if my skin starts to look shiny & tiny bumps starts appearing. I used these products when I was just starting with chemical exfoliation. Cosrx as an exfoliant. Klairs to keep my skin hydrated.
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