Exfoliating W/ Acne?

Nov 10, 2013

Emily M.

So I have acne, and should I exfoliate? I used to once a week before I got acne, but I've heard that exfoliating with acne can just irritate them and cause them to get worse, and I've also heard it's good for your skin? lol so exfoliate or don't? (if it makes a difference it's just st. Ives apricot scrub.)

Nov 10, 2013

Veronica E.

If you are going to exfoliate, you're going to have to do it CAREFULLY.

Nov 10, 2013

Tiffany F.

Exfoliate in the shower or over steaming water to open up pores loosen dead skin and help the exfoliation go smoother on skin... I also suggest using lemon juice or tea tree in the steaming water or shower to help the bacteria in the acne... I use to do this every 2-4 weeks and it really made a difference my skin was clear and pores were tighter and my skin was hydrated and perfect.

Nov 10, 2013

Emily M.

thanks!!

Nov 11, 2013

Humera S.

I had acne and I exfoliated every day after school (so I wouldn't have to leave the house with a red face) and now my acne are all gone!!

Nov 11, 2013

Xiomara R.

I used to use st Ives apricot scrub it dried out my skin soooo bad!! I switched over to the green tea one its so much better and less harsh :)

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