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Dull skin and rough texture
Exfoliating removes dead skin cells for smoother, brighter-looking skin. More isn't better: the stronger the product, the less often to use it.
Ingredients that help
- Alpha hydroxy acids, such as glycolic and lactic acid
- Salicylic acid, a beta hydroxy acid
- Gentler PHAs and fruit enzymes are also widely used
What dermatologists recommend
- For dry or sensitive skin, a mild chemical exfoliant is gentler than a scrub.
- If you use a retinoid or benzoyl peroxide, exfoliating as well can make skin drier and more irritated.
- With a darker skin tone or dark spots, avoid strong exfoliation, which can darken them.
- Moisturize right after, and never exfoliate sunburned or broken skin.
Sources: American Academy of Dermatology, “How to safely exfoliate at home”. General information, not medical advice.
Products for dull skin and rough texture
11,784 products, most popular first. Picked because their key ingredients help with this; we can't see amounts, so check each product's page.
Kids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Dm Water, Niacinamide, Guar Gum, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Extract, Aminomethyl Propanol, Glycerine, Xanthan Gum, Glycolic Acid, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Saxifraga Sarmentosa Extract, DMDM Hydantoin, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Fragrance
Sensitive skin: fragrance, niacinamide Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
- niacinamide: A popular, well-tolerated ingredient that can cause redness or flushing for a few people, especially at high strengths.
These flags don't affect the pregnancy rating. They point out the ingredients most likely to make skincare sting, itch, or cause a rash. If your skin is sensitive, or one of them has bothered you before, you may want to skip the product or patch-test it first. Most people use them without a problem.
How we flag ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Dm Water, Niacinamide, Hydroxypropyl Guar, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Aminomethyl Propanol, Glycerin, Xanthan Gum, Glycolic Acid, DMDM Hydantoin, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Fragrance
Sensitive skin: fragrance, niacinamide Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
- niacinamide: A popular, well-tolerated ingredient that can cause redness or flushing for a few people, especially at high strengths.
These flags don't affect the pregnancy rating. They point out the ingredients most likely to make skincare sting, itch, or cause a rash. If your skin is sensitive, or one of them has bothered you before, you may want to skip the product or patch-test it first. Most people use them without a problem.
How we flag ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Water, Coco-Glucoside, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, PEG-10, Methylal, Glucose, Chloride K, Perfume, Polyquaternium-10, Chamomilla Recutita, Matricaria Flower Water, Panthenol, Propylene Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sodium Acetate, Sodium Chloride, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Trideceth-9, Isopropyl Alcohol, Bisabolol, Potassium Sorbate, Lactic Acid
Sensitive skin: fragrance Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
These flags don't affect the pregnancy rating. They point out the ingredients most likely to make skincare sting, itch, or cause a rash. If your skin is sensitive, or one of them has bothered you before, you may want to skip the product or patch-test it first. Most people use them without a problem.
How we flag ingredientsKids: Not for kidsTeens: Use with care
Retinoid (vitamin A derivative): Retinyl Palmitate. Topical retinoids are generally recommended to be avoided in pregnancy; oral retinoids are known to cause birth defects (MotherToBaby/ACOG, Mayo Clinic).
Mineral Oil, Sorbitan Olivate, Petrolatum, Zinc Oxide, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Beeswax, Jojoba Seed Oil, Lactic Acid, Canola Oil, Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Sulfate, Perfume, Zinc Sulfate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Methylparaben, Allantoin, Calcium Hydroxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Sensitive skin: fragrance Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
These flags don't affect the pregnancy rating. They point out the ingredients most likely to make skincare sting, itch, or cause a rash. If your skin is sensitive, or one of them has bothered you before, you may want to skip the product or patch-test it first. Most people use them without a problem.
How we flag ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Water, Glycerin, Mineral Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Tapioca Starch, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Perfume, Disodium EDTA, Petrolatum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Propylene Glycol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Butylene Glycol, Glucose, Lactic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Bisabolol
Sensitive skin: fragrance Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
These flags don't affect the pregnancy rating. They point out the ingredients most likely to make skincare sting, itch, or cause a rash. If your skin is sensitive, or one of them has bothered you before, you may want to skip the product or patch-test it first. Most people use them without a problem.
How we flag ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Water, Alcohol Denat, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Glycerin, Perfume, Propylene Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Citric Acid, Etidronic Acid, Apium Graveolens (Celery) Root/Seed Extract, Trideceth-9, Sodium Benzoate, Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil, Lactic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Sulfate, Ci 19140, Ci 42090
Sensitive skin: fragrance, alcohol denat. Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
- alcohol denat.: Denatured alcohol, which helps products feel light and dry fast but can dry out or sting dry and sensitive skin. Fatty alcohols like cetyl alcohol are different and aren't flagged.
These flags don't affect the pregnancy rating. They point out the ingredients most likely to make skincare sting, itch, or cause a rash. If your skin is sensitive, or one of them has bothered you before, you may want to skip the product or patch-test it first. Most people use them without a problem.
How we flag ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Glycolate, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Laureth-2, Parfum, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Lactate, Panthenol, Polyquaternium-7, Apium Graveolens Root/Seed Extract, Trideceth-9, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Etidronic Acid, Lactic Acid, Aleurites Moluccana Seed Oil, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Sulfate, Ci 19140, Ci 42090
Sensitive skin: fragrance Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
These flags don't affect the pregnancy rating. They point out the ingredients most likely to make skincare sting, itch, or cause a rash. If your skin is sensitive, or one of them has bothered you before, you may want to skip the product or patch-test it first. Most people use them without a problem.
How we flag ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Aqua (Water), Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Glycerin, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bittersinaasappel) Flower Water**, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Decyl Glucoside, Citric Acid, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocoyl Methyl Glucamide, Xanthan Gum, Sorbitan Caprylate, Propanediol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil (Sesamzaadolie), Benzoic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Phytic Acid, Parfum (100% Natuurlijk), Persea Gratissima Oil (Avocado-Olie), Sucrose Stearate, Benzyl Alcohol, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil (Arganolie)**, Helianthus Annuus (Zonnebloem) Seed Oil, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil (Lijnzaadolie), Sorbic Acid, Nigella Sativa (Nootmuskaatbloem) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloë Vera) Leaf Juice Powder, Glyceryl Caprylate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Amandel) Fruit Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil (Amandelolie), Zea Mays (Maïs) Starch, Dehydroacetic Acid, Gluconolactone, Tocopherol (Vitamine E), Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Potassium Sorbate, Calcium Gluconate, P-Anisic Acid
Sensitive skin: fragrance Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
These flags don't affect the pregnancy rating. They point out the ingredients most likely to make skincare sting, itch, or cause a rash. If your skin is sensitive, or one of them has bothered you before, you may want to skip the product or patch-test it first. Most people use them without a problem.
How we flag ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Water, Glycerin, Mineral Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Tapioca Starch, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Perfume, Disodium EDTA, Petrolatum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Propylene Glycol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Butylene Glycol, Glucose, Lactic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Bisabolol
Sensitive skin: fragrance Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
These flags don't affect the pregnancy rating. They point out the ingredients most likely to make skincare sting, itch, or cause a rash. If your skin is sensitive, or one of them has bothered you before, you may want to skip the product or patch-test it first. Most people use them without a problem.
How we flag ingredientsKids: Not for kidsTeens: Use with care
Retinoid (vitamin A derivative): Retinyl Palmitate. Topical retinoids are generally recommended to be avoided in pregnancy; oral retinoids are known to cause birth defects (MotherToBaby/ACOG, Mayo Clinic).
Water, Mineral Oil, Sorbitan Olivate, Petrolatum, Zinc Oxide, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Beeswax, Jojoba Seed Oil, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Lactic Acid, Canola Oil, Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Methylparaben, Allantoin, Calcium Hydroxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Ascorbyl Palmitate
Sensitive skin: no common irritants flagged
Kids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Water, Propylene Glycol, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Water, Cymbopogon Nardus Oil, Mineral Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Ceteareth-6 Olivate, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Fragrance(Parfum) Components, Finished Fragrances, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Tocopheryl Acetate, PEG-40 Castor Oil, Trideceth-9, Panthenol, Bisabolol, Potassium Sorbate, Lactic Acid
Sensitive skin: fragrance, essential oils Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
- essential oils: Plant oils such as tea tree, lavender, citrus peel, and peppermint. Natural, but a common cause of irritation and allergies, especially on sensitive or broken skin.
These flags don't affect the pregnancy rating. They point out the ingredients most likely to make skincare sting, itch, or cause a rash. If your skin is sensitive, or one of them has bothered you before, you may want to skip the product or patch-test it first. Most people use them without a problem.
How we flag ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Water, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Polyacrylate-33, Sodium Chloride, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Lauric Acid, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Coconut Acid, Panthenol, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Carbonate, Honey, Lactic Acid, Potassium Sorbate
Sensitive skin: fragrance Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
These flags don't affect the pregnancy rating. They point out the ingredients most likely to make skincare sting, itch, or cause a rash. If your skin is sensitive, or one of them has bothered you before, you may want to skip the product or patch-test it first. Most people use them without a problem.
How we flag ingredients