The average cell turnover rates:
Babies ~ 14 days
Teens ~ 21-28 days
Adults ~ 28-42 days
50+ ~ 42-84 days
In order to help preserve skin health, keeping the cell mitosis going is a beneficial skincare goal.
Some of the benefits of exfoliation include:
- Improves skin's appearance
- Lightens pigmented areas
- Softens rough skin
- Heals areas prone to breakouts
- Helps maintain hydration level of the epidermis
- Allows skin to absorb products more easily