Exfoliant Care DALTON – facial exfoliants with AHA, BHA, PHA, enzymes and fine particles

Discover Exfoliant Care by DALTON Marine Cosmetics, the selection for periodic facial exfoliation, dead cell removal and improving skin texture's appearance.

The category includes exfoliants for different needs and tolerance levels: papain enzyme powder, cream scrub with fine silica particles, 4% AHA exfoliating pads and chemical peels with 2% BHA, 12% PHA or 20% AHA.

The products can help smooth skin, reduce the appearance of congested pores, improve radiance and even out spots or marks left by imperfections. Choose exfoliants according to skin type, sensitivity and previous experience with cosmetic acids.

Using all exfoliants in the same routine is neither necessary nor recommended. Choose one main exfoliant, follow the recommended frequency and complement care with hydration and sun protection.

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Why is facial exfoliation important?

Natural skin renewal causes periodic accumulation of dead cells on the surface. When not removed evenly, they can cause rough texture and dullness, with pores and fine lines becoming more visible.

Cosmetic exfoliation helps loosen dead cells and smooth the skin's surface. Depending on the formula, it may also help clear the appearance of pores, even out tone and prepare skin for subsequent products.

Excessive exfoliation can damage the skin barrier and cause dryness, stinging, flaking or redness. Adapt frequency to the formula, skin type and skin response.

Types of exfoliation available

Enzyme exfoliation

Enzyme exfoliation uses enzymes such as papaya-derived papain to help remove dead cells without abrasive particles or intensive mechanical massage.

This method may suit people who do not tolerate scrubs or have sensitive or redness-prone skin.

Mechanical exfoliation

Mechanical exfoliation uses fine, rounded particles to remove dead cells through gentle massage. Intensity depends not only on particle size but also on massage pressure and duration.

Apply scrub without aggressive rubbing. It is not recommended on inflamed, highly sensitised skin or active lesions.

Chemical exfoliation

Chemical exfoliants use cosmetic acids to gradually loosen dead cells and improve skin texture. The main categories available are:

• AHA – alpha hydroxy acids, such as glycolic, lactic and citric acid, used especially for uneven texture, dullness, pigmentation and fine lines.
• BHA – beta hydroxy acid, represented by salicylic acid, especially suited to combination, oily skin prone to congested pores or imperfections.
• PHA – polyhydroxy acids, such as gluconolactone and lactobionic acid, which provide exfoliation and hydration and are generally easier to incorporate into sensitive skincare.

Benefits of DALTON Exfoliant Care products

• Help remove dead cells from the skin's surface.
• Help smooth and refine facial skin texture.
• Restore radiance to dull-looking skin.
• Help reduce the appearance of congested pores.
• Help even out spots and post-blemish marks.
• Can improve the appearance of fine lines and rough areas.
• Prepare skin for hydrating and anti-ageing products.
• Include options for dry, combination, oily or sensitive skin.
• Offer different intensity levels, from gentle enzyme exfoliation to a 20% AHA peel.

Products in the DALTON Exfoliant Care category

Exfoliant Care Enzyme Peel Powder

Exfoliant Care Enzyme Peel Powder is a powdered exfoliant with papaya enzymes, intended for gentle removal of dead cells without abrasive particles or intensive rubbing.

The formula contains papain, rice starch, silica and sea salt. Papain helps loosen dead cells, while the water-activated texture allows gentle exfoliation.

The product suits all skin types and may be an option for sensitive or redness-prone skin when used according to instructions and individual tolerance.

Use once or twice a week. Place approximately a hazelnut-sized amount of powder in your palm, add a little lukewarm water and work into a fine foam.

Apply to the face, avoiding the eye contour, leave on for a few minutes and rinse completely with lukewarm water. Rubbing is unnecessary.

Exfoliant Care Gentle Face Scrub

Exfoliant Care Gentle Face Scrub 50 g – Cream Formula is a mechanical exfoliant with a creamy texture and very fine silica particles.

The fine particles help remove dead cells and smooth skin's surface. The creamy base contains emollient lipids and helps maintain comfort after exfoliation.

The scrub is especially suitable for normal or dry skin and people who prefer mechanical exfoliation. Keep massage pressure light even though the particles are fine and rounded.

Apply once or twice a week to the face, neck and décolletage. Massage gently in circular movements, avoiding the eye area, then rinse with lukewarm water.

Do not use on inflamed spots, lesions, sunburnt skin or immediately after hair removal or cosmetic procedures that sensitise skin.

Chemical Peel 4% AHA Exfoliating Pads

Chemical Peel 4% AHA Exfoliating Pads are cellulose pads pre-soaked in a gentle combination of alpha hydroxy acids.

The formula contains glycolic acid, lactic acid and citric acid, alongside glycerine and panthenol. The acids help loosen dead cells and improve texture, while glycerine and panthenol add hydrating and soothing properties.

The pads can help refine pores, smooth rough areas and restore radiance. They are easier to introduce into a routine than a concentrated 20% AHA peel.

Use one pad after cleansing and gently sweep over the face, neck and décolletage. Avoid the eyes, lips and mucous membranes. Do not apply to damaged or irritated skin.

Official instructions allow once-daily use, preferably in the evening. For skin new to acids, start with two or three applications weekly and increase only if well tolerated.

Follow with moisturising cream and use sun protection every morning.

Chemical Peel 2% BHA Exfoliant

Chemical Peel 2% BHA Exfoliant is a liquid exfoliant with 2% salicylic acid, formulated especially for combination, oily skin prone to imperfections, blackheads or congested pores.

Salicylic acid is oil-soluble and can act within the lipid environment of pores, helping remove accumulated sebum and dead cells. Regular use helps refine texture and reduce the appearance of pores and imperfections.

The formula is complemented by spirulina, allantoin and marine minerals. Allantoin helps soothe and maintain comfort, while spirulina offers antioxidant benefits.

Apply a thin layer to clean skin one to three times weekly. Initially, leave on for 5 to 10 minutes, then rinse and apply moisturising cream.

Leave-on use is reserved for people experienced with salicylic acid who tolerate it well. Do not start with daily or leave-on use.

Avoid other peels, scrubs, retinoids or strong exfoliants in the same routine. Use sun protection with at least SPF 30 daily.

Chemical Peel 12% PHA Exfoliant

Chemical Peel 12% PHA Exfoliant for Sensitive Skin combines 8% gluconolactone with 4% lactobionic acid.

Polyhydroxy acids have larger molecules than many AHAs and exfoliate more gradually at the skin's surface. The formula is intended especially for sensitive, dehydrated skin or skin prone to redness and visible capillaries.

Gluconolactone contributes exfoliation and hydration, while lactobionic acid has humectant and antioxidant properties. The formula is complemented by linoleic and linolenic acids, brown algae, sea chamomile and marine minerals.

Apply a thin layer to clean skin two or three times weekly. Allow absorption or rinse after approximately 15 minutes according to skin tolerance.

Although PHA is considered gentler than many AHA or BHA formulas, the product contains a total of 12% acids and should be introduced gradually. Stop if persistent stinging, pronounced flaking or irritation occurs.

Use sun protection with at least SPF 30 daily and avoid other exfoliants or retinoids in the same routine.

Chemical Peel 20% AHA Exfoliant

Chemical Peel 20% AHA Exfoliant is the most concentrated exfoliating formula in this category and is intended for people already experienced with cosmetic acids.

The formula contains 10% glycolic acid and 10% lactic acid. The combination exfoliates dead cells and helps improve uneven texture, pigmentation, post-blemish marks and fine lines.

The peel is complemented by hyaluronic acid, green algae and marine minerals. Hyaluronic acid provides hydration, while green algae contribute antioxidant protection.

Apply a thin layer to clean skin, initially once weekly. Leave on for 5 to 10 minutes, rinse completely and follow with moisturising cream.

Instructions allow one to three uses weekly, but increase frequency only if skin tolerates the product without irritation or excessive flaking.

Leave-on use is exclusively for advanced users. For most people, rinsing after 5–10 minutes is the cautious way to introduce it.

Do not combine with scrubs, other acids, retinol, retinal or concentrated exfoliants. Apply broad-spectrum sun protection with at least SPF 30 daily.

How do you choose the right exfoliant?

• For sensitive skin and exfoliation without rubbing, choose Enzyme Peel Powder.
• For normal or dry skin and mechanical exfoliation, choose Gentle Face Scrub.
• For a gradual introduction to AHA exfoliation, choose 4% AHA Exfoliating Pads.
• For combination or oily skin, blackheads and congested pores, choose 2% BHA Exfoliant.
• For sensitive, dehydrated or redness-prone skin, choose 12% PHA Exfoliant.
• For pigmentation, uneven texture, fine lines and previous acid experience, choose 20% AHA Exfoliant.

Exfoliant selection guide

How do you introduce an exfoliant into your routine?

1. Choose one exfoliant according to your main need.
2. Test on a small area if skin is sensitive.
3. Start with one weekly application for concentrated peels.
4. Increase frequency only if skin tolerates the product.
5. Apply exfoliant to clean, intact skin.
6. Avoid the eye contour, lips and mucous membranes.
7. Follow the contact time and removal method.
8. Follow with a moisturising, soothing cream.
9. Use sun protection every morning.

Example routine for exfoliation evenings

1. Remove make-up and sunscreen.
2. Cleanse with a gentle product and rinse completely.
3. Pat skin dry and allow it to dry fully.
4. Apply your chosen exfoliant according to its instructions.
5. Rinse if the use method requires it.
6. Apply a simple hydrating serum without other acids or retinoids.
7. Finish with a cream suited to your skin type.

The following morning, apply broad-spectrum sun protection.

Combinations to avoid in the same routine

• Two or more AHA, BHA or PHA peels.
• Chemical peel and mechanical scrub.
• Chemical peel and retinol or retinal.
• Chemical peel and other concentrated exfoliants.
• 20% AHA and professional acid treatments during the same period without specialist advice.
• Exfoliants on sunburnt, damaged or severely irritated skin.

Signs of overly frequent exfoliation

Reduce frequency or pause exfoliation temporarily if you experience:

• persistent stinging;
• pronounced redness;
• excessive flaking;
• constant skin tightness;
• increased sensitivity to usual products;
• a very shiny yet dehydrated appearance;
• irritated or painful areas.

In this situation, temporarily simplify your routine to gentle cleansing, hydration and sun protection.

Exfoliant Care and sun protection

Sun protection is essential when using chemical peels. Exfoliation can make skin more sensitive to UV radiation, while unprotected exposure may encourage irritation and more pronounced pigmentation.

Apply sufficient UVA and UVB protection in the morning and reapply during prolonged exposure.

Discover DALTON Sun Care products for daily face and body protection.

Home exfoliation or professional peeling?

This category's products are home-care formulas. Professional salon acids may have higher concentrations, different pH values and protocols requiring specialist assessment and supervision.

Do not combine home peels and professional procedures during the same period without clear advice on intervals between applications.

For professional use, consult the DALTON Salon Professional AHA and BHA Acids .

Frequently asked questions about DALTON Exfoliant Care

Can I use two exfoliating products on the same evening?

It is not recommended. Combining scrub with a chemical peel or several acid types can increase irritation and skin barrier damage risk.

Which is the gentlest exfoliant in the category?

Enzyme Peel Powder exfoliates without abrasive particles and is a suitable option for sensitive skin. The 12% PHA peel is also formulated for sensitive skin, but remains a concentrate that should be introduced gradually.

Which product is recommended for blackheads and congested pores?

Chemical Peel 2% BHA Exfoliant contains salicylic acid and is the main choice for combination or oily skin, blackheads and congested pores.

Which product suits pigmentation and fine lines?

20% AHA Exfoliant targets pigmentation, uneven texture and fine lines. However, it is the category's most intensive formula and is recommended for people experienced with cosmetic acids.

Are the 4% AHA pads make-up removers?

No. They are exfoliating pads used after make-up removal and cleansing. Do not use to remove eye or lip make-up.

Can I use a chemical peel every day?

The 4% AHA pads are officially suitable for once-daily use if tolerated. Peels with 2% BHA, 12% PHA and 20% AHA are used less frequently and should not automatically become daily products.

Is tingling normal?

A mild, temporary sensation may occur with some acids. Intense burning, pain, severe redness or persistent stinging should not be ignored. Remove the product and stop use.

Can I use retinol on the same evening?

Combining retinol and chemical peels in the same routine is not recommended. Alternate exfoliation evenings with retinoid evenings.

Can I use exfoliants around the eyes?

No. Avoid the eye contour, eyelids, lips and contact with mucous membranes.

Can I apply peel to inflamed spots?

Do not apply exfoliants to open, scratched or severely inflamed lesions. Moderate or severe acne should be assessed by a dermatologist.

Can acid products be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

Official DALTON instructions for 2% BHA, 12% PHA and 20% AHA peels state that they should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Is sun protection essential?

Yes. When using cosmetic acids, apply UVA and UVB protection with at least SPF 30 daily.

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