22 Best Face Exfoliants in 2023, According to Dermatologists

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, improve skin texture, and stimulate cell turnover,” , a board-certified dermatologist at Shafer Clinic in New York City tells Glamour. “It can also help remove debris and clear the pores after cleansing, resulting in clearer skin.” We spoke with experts to find the best face exfoliants beloved by testers and dermatologists alike.According to , a board-certified dermatologist and associate professor of dermatology at Weill Cornell Medical College, the kind of exfoliation that's best for the skin depends on your skin type.

Oily skin complexions are able to tolerate stronger alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta hydroxy acids (BHAs), says Dr. Engelman.

If you have dry skin exfoliation can also be helpful since it “can help remove the layers of debris and build up to help heal the skin, rather than harm it,” says Dr.

Jacobs. While Dr. Jacobs and Dr. Engelman both agree that everyone can benefit from a chemical exfoliant, Dr. Engelman says, “sensitive skin types may react better to a gentle enzyme exfoliator, rather than a BHA or AHA.” It's a gentler alternative to physical exfoliants like .