EXFOLIANTS - step 3

AHA / BHA - chemical exfoliation

Exfoliation is a essential and natural part of skin renewal and its proper care. It is recognized by skin professionals as an essential - not to be missed - part of any truly effective, result delivering skin care regimen. 

From the beginning NANCY K. BROWN has focused on Glycolic, the most effective member of the AHA family, to deliver the ultimate in exfoliation. Introduced under the name Aloe Exfoliant, NANCY K. BROWN produced an industry-leading blend of the purest Glycolic and Whole Leaf Cold Processed Aloe Vera.

• Click on the links below for: 
  • general information on Nancy K. Brown's Aloe Exfoliant Glycolic
  • what sets Aloe Exfoliant apart from other companies products containing Glycolic
  • benefits of Aloe Exfoliant Glycolic
  • what is exfoliation?
  • who can benefit from exfoliation?
  • why exfoliation should be part of effective skin care?
  • why Glycolic and not the other AHA's?


• Click on the links below for information on how best to select and use Glycolic:
  • the Golden Rules of Glycolic Use
  • Frequently Asked Questions about Glycolic
  • Questions to ask when selecting an exfoliant

To download brochure about Nancy K. Brown Aloe Exfoliant Glycolic and usage instructions click on the link below:

• Nancy K. Brown Aloe Exfoliant Information and Usage Brochure

mechanical exfoliation - scrubs

Mechanical exfoliation is one of the two main skin care exfoliation methods. The method you choose depends upon your preference - although for maximum effect Nancy K. Brown advocates chemical (AHA/BHA) exfoliation.

• Click on the links below for information on: 
  • mechanical vs chemical exfoliation
  • who can benefit from skin exfoliation

The mechanical method is not as efficient or thorough as the chemical method. Mechanical exfoliation in reality is a skin surface exfoliation only. Particular caution should be used with mechanical exfoliants as many of the scrubs available today have as their main 'scubbing' ingredients things such as almond shell or apricot pit pieces (these are not found in Nancy K. Brown products), which are harsh, often have sharp edges which may cause some undesired side effects, such as irritation, bruising and tearing of the skin.

The main 'scrubbing' ingredient found in Nancy K. Brown mechanical facial exfoliants are emulsifying natural Jojoba Beads or natural Almond Meal. They are gentle to the skin, yet effective in their scrubbing function.