How to Exfoliate like a Dermatologist | At home Chemical Peel Series

AHA, BHA, PHA and enzymatic chemical peel exfoliants can be confusing and overwhelming. In this video lets learn how to choose the right exfoliant for your specific skin type and skin concerns like dull, textured or hyperpigmented skin and then go through a step by step process you can do at home to get the best results.

Time Stamps
0:00 Intro
0:42 How to choose an exfoliant
1:30 At home chemical peel vs chemical exfoliants
1:56 Why Exfoliate
2:10 Benefits of exfoliation
3:04 Best exfoliant for Hyperpigmentation
4:04 Best AHA for Dry Acne Prone Skin
5:15 Best options for Oily acne Prone Skin
5:50 Best why to exfoliate for sensitive skin
7:11 Best Exfoliant for Dull, Mature Aging Skin
7:53 Step-by-Step Process of chemical exfoliation
10:04 Exfoliation Tips

Check out some of the other video’s in the chemical peel series:

PRODUCTS MENTIONED

Urban Skin Rx Even Tone Resurfacing At-Home Peel Pads

Clinique Clarifying Do-Over Peel

The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% + HA

Youth To The People Mandelic Acid

Naturium Mandelic Acid

Yours Clean Slate Exfoliating Wipes

Alpha-H Liquid Gold

Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 25% AHA + 2% BHA Exfoliant Peel

The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution

The Inkey List Glycolic Acid Toner

Exuviance Pure Retinol Correcting Peel

Summer Fridays ShadeDrops SPF 30 Mineral Milk Sunscreen
(mineral SPF used next morning after exfoliating)

Medik8 PHA press and Global exfoliant
CoCokind 7%PHA

EXFOLIATING ROUTINE - PRODUCTS MENTIONED:

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser

Avène Thermal Spring Water

Allies of Skin Mandelic Pigmentation Corrector Night Serum

Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 25% AHA + 2% BHA Exfoliant Peel

Vaseline
(used to protect eye area)

Senté Dermal Repair Ultra-Nourish

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[butterflyperez]

I'm not even saying this to flatter her or anything, but she is absolutely gorgeous. She is Stunning ❤️

[ybur]

1:57 Why exfoliate
2:59 hyperpigmentation
4:25 hyperpigmentation for sensitive skin
4:54 dry skin
5:23 oily skin
5:53 very sensitive skin
6:25 normal resistant skin
7:09 dull and aging skin
rest of the video are helpful tips! Don't forget your sunscreen skincare friends 🥰😘

[coaluck]

Girl, your skin is so good its more than just topical! IDC IDC IDC!! lol diet and any other cosmetic treatments a dermatologist will have access to. I mean, this skin is EVERYTHING! Perfection. A girl can only dream.

[shannondrennan]

Love how you present the facts and give detailed explanations! I love lactic acid as my aha and use along with a 2 % bha. I only exfoliate 1x a week… using retinol 5 days and one day of recovery.

[jes]

What an adorable way to say, as you get older 😅 “as you have more birthdays” ❤

[DameLadyB]

I feel down the TikTok info hole... So glad I was able to shake it off and come back to real information.... Thank you so much!!! I genuinely appreciate you!

[aprilj.]

I have mature skin, with hyperpigmentation. I exfoliate 2x a week.I use lactic Acid, and The Ordinary 7% glycolic Acid. My skin is doing really good.

[tinawalker]

I’m so glad I found your channel. I just turned 50 and needed to revamp my skincare routine. With so many products on the shelves, it’s hard to know what to is necessary and what’s not. Thank you for the informative videos. They have helped me make informed decisions that I feel confident about. I look forward to future videos.

[EmorettaRobinson]

I'm so glad that you mentioned using a separate and stronger exfoliate on your body. I've recently bought the L'Oréal 10% pure glycolic acid and the Amlactin 15% lactic acid lotion. I have KP on my legs (mostly) and my arms. Right now I just alternate days. But I also would like to get a retinoid to use as well. And was thinking of using a stronger retinoid for the skin on my legs. Actually I'd like to have an in office chemical peel but on my face, arms and legs. I haven't heard of full body chemical peels that much but I'm sure they are being done. Btw, your videos are always very informative.

[lakershaolivarez]

Dr Stephens, I hope you and your family is well! miss your videos like this and it’s so good to see you. Thank you as always 💕

[NeeHardy]

OMG, thank you for this breakdown. Literally a lightbulb went off in my head with this video. I have dry dry skin and I have been using a BHA exfoliant & wondering why my skin was extra dry on those days. I should be using a mandelic exfolliant ..😮😊😊

[d.gilliard]

Thank you!! I have been using BHAs and retinol on my dry, acne-prone, sensitive skin thinking each exfoliant works the same way. This video will be a game changer for me!

[afuamich]

Dr. Alexis, you recommended Azelaic acid for hyperpigmentation and breakouts, wanted to thank you! I’ve been using it for two years straight since I watched a video from you and my skin is completely clear and glowing!!! It’s also helped me to simplify my skin care routine. I’ve recently incorporated tranexamic acid and *chefs kiss*. Thank you

[Ali.A]

Yes glad I watched this bc I just bought the glycolic ordinary but another dermatologist said that brand wasn’t good for POC.

[luvdistrini]

Love your videos. If you could do a video on preteens skin care I would GREATLY appreciate that. My son is young but coming up on those adolescent years and I'd really like to get him started on the healthiest skin care routine I possibly can!!

[curlychronicles]

I just got the urban skin rx pads in the mail the other day. My skin feels so nice! I’ve used mandelic acid peels and wanted to try something different. I cut it in half too 🙃 so I have twice as many treatments. Thanks for the recommendation!

[Luvanmusiq]

You are killing the game, Dr. S! Eternally grateful for your videos and wisdom. May you share the Bakuchiol you are using in the morn? Thank you!

[gabrielafrancois]

I have tried The Ordinary, Naturium and Versed because of your reccomendations! Thank you so much! I've used Maleic Acid and I think I'm ready to take it up a notch with Lactic.

[vgmkrmv]

Can you do a video about micro needling, microdermabrasion and a dermal roller. And if it can be done at home safely?

[melissamoore]

Dr. Stephens please do a video on aging sagging skin (especially the Chin and Neck after weight lost), what to do to improve it, when to be seen professionally or best lasers or instruments to use for it in Med Spas?