Yes, it’s safe (if you follow these guidelines).

When you picture exfoliating your skin, you likely think about using a brush or face wash with small beads that physically work to remove dead skin cells from your face. But that isn't the only option ...

Over the years, many beauty treatments — from waxes to chemical peels — have transitioned from in-office-only procedures to accessible parts of an at-home skin care routine, including dermaplaning. A ...

Salicylic acid helps remove dead skin by exfoliating clogged pores to treat blackheads. Retinoids clear out clogged pores and prevent new blackheads from forming. Always avoid harsh squeezing of ...

Katlein Franca, MD, is a dermatologist and clinical associate professor of Dermatology & Cutaneous Surgery and Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at the University of Miami. Regularly exfoliating your ...