Quick answer
Use a gentle face scrub once or twice a week, and no more than three times if your skin tolerates it well. Start with one weekly use, then adjust based on how your skin feels the next day.
Why frequency matters more than scrub strength
Exfoliation removes dead cells from the surface, but your skin needs time to rebuild its barrier between sessions. A gentle scrub used too often can leave skin tight, stinging, or flaky even when the formula itself is mild.
If you have sensitive skin, treat the first month as a trial. One weekly use is enough to judge tolerance; increase only if skin stays calm and comfortable.
When to pause exfoliation
Skip your scrub on days when skin is sunburned, windburned, or actively peeling. Also pause if you are using prescription retinoids or have recently had a professional peel, unless your dermatologist says otherwise.
Over-exfoliating signs include persistent redness, stinging when you apply moisturizer, and visible flaking. If these appear, stop scrubbing for one to two weeks and focus on gentle cleansing and moisturizing.
Your gentle exfoliation routine, step by step
- Start with dry, clean skin: Begin with a gentle cleanser and pat skin almost dry. Apply the scrub to damp skin, not soaking wet, so the beads glide without pulling. Common mistake: scrubbing over a full face of makeup or sunscreen, which dilutes the exfoliation and forces you to press harder.
- Use light, circular motions for 30 seconds: Apply a coin-sized amount and massage with your fingertips using very light pressure. Avoid the eye area and any active breakouts. Checkpoint: if the beads feel sharp or you are pressing to feel them, add a splash of water and lighten your touch.
- Rinse with lukewarm water: Remove thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean towel. Hot water can strip skin and increase redness. Common mistake: using hot water, which can undo the soothing effect of the scrub.
- Follow with a soothing moisturizer: Apply a fragrance-free moisturizer within a minute of patting dry to support the skin barrier. Wait at least one day before using any other exfoliating acid. Checkpoint: if skin stings when you apply moisturizer, skip your next scheduled scrub and reassess.
- Track your tolerance for four weeks: Note how skin feels 24 hours after each use. If it stays calm, you can try a second weekly session; if not, return to once a week. Common mistake: increasing frequency because the scrub feels gentle, rather than because your skin clearly tolerates it.
Product facts
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Gommage doux visage: Formulated for all skin types, including sensitive skin, with jojoba wax beads and organic aloe vera. The gentle bead texture and soothing aloe make it easier to control pressure and reduce irritation during exfoliation.
Gommage doux visage