Exfoliants

Exfoliants are designed to remove dead skin cells, impurities, and build-up from the skin's surface. They promote skin renewal, resulting in a smoother, brighter and more youthful complexion. Synergie Skin's facial exfoliant products are formulated with potent active ingredients to help remove dead surface skin, supporting a smoother, more even-looking complexion.

The best way to exfoliate your face depends on your skin type and concerns. Synergie Skin offers a range of facial exfoliants suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. We provide chemical exfoliants, resurfacing enzymes, physical exfoliants and microfolliation, which are designed to visibly balance and revitalise the skin in different ways, providing the best canvas for your following skincare.

Exfoliating is beneficial for the skin when done correctly and with the right products. Exfoliation helps remove dead skin cells, unclog pores, and visibly improve skin texture. It allows active skincare to penetrate deeply, leading to healthier and more radiant-looking skin. If you're unsure how often to exfoliate or which method is right for your skin type, explore our expert exfoliation guide to learn more about how and when to exfoliate safely. Our range offers different face exfoliants for sensitive skin to ensure that everyone can benefit from this often crucial skincare step.

However, it's essential to choose exfoliants tailored to your skin type and concerns to avoid over-exfoliation, which can cause irritation. Synergie Skin's exfoliants are designed to provide the transformative benefits of exfoliation without compromising your skin's health.

Physical exfoliants work by using finely textured particles to gently buff the skin’s surface, helping to remove built-up surface debris through manual application. Chemical exfoliants, on the other hand, use carefully selected acids or enzymes to assist with loosening surface build-up without physical friction.

It depends on your skin type and preferences, but generally:

• For chemical exfoliants, look for lactic acid, mandelic acid or enzymes. These help gently loosen surface build-up without physical scrubbing.

• For physical exfoliants, choose products with finely milled particles that feel smooth to the touch, such as spherical minerals or polished beads, to avoid harsh friction.

Yes, but it depends on the formulation and individual skin response. Sensitive skin often benefits from gentle, low-friction exfoliants that are designed to minimise irritation. Start slow by using the exfoliant just once a week. If no irritation occurs, you can gradually increase usage to two to three times per week. Make sure to pair exfoliation with replenishing products to maintain balance, like a calming serum or moisturiser.

If you’re prone to sensitivity, breakouts or dryness, a chemical exfoliant with gentle acids (like lactic or mandelic acid) or enzymes may be more suitable. Our MediScrub is ideal for all skin types, ReVeal serum is ideal for oily, congested, sun-damaged skin, and our MicroPolish Powder is ideal for normal, dry and combination skin.

If your skin is more resilient and you enjoy a physical scrub, a finely milled physical exfoliant might give you that smooth, polished feel. When in doubt, speak to a skincare specialist for personalised advice.

Exfoliants can help support skin that feels rough, dull or congested. Some exfoliators are also made to address hyperpigmentation and fine lines.

Evening is often preferred for chemical exfoliants (AHAs/BHAs) to avoid sun sensitivity and allow skin repair, while morning exfoliation can prep skin for makeup and product absorption, removing overnight dead cells.

It depends on your skin and the type of exfoliant you're using. Some gentle formulations are suitable for daily use, while others are best used two to three times a week.

Yes, because it removes the skin's protective outer layer, exposing fresh, vulnerable cells to damaging UV rays, and increasing the risk of sunburn. It’s always important to follow exfoliation with daytime sun protection.

Absolutely. Product choice comes down to skin type, sensitivity and individual concerns, not gender.