Many many years ago, I used to use very harsh scrubs on my face. Aapri apricot facial scrub and St Ives apricot facial scrub were my favourites. They made my skin feel smooth and clean, and it always felt like products absorbed better afterwards.
Later I went a bit lighter and started using Clinique Seven-Day Scrub Cream.
But over the past few years I have used primarily powder exfoliators. You mix the powder with a little water (or put it into very wet hands) and work it into a creamy paste. Massage gently on to your face, avoiding the eye area, and rinse. . It does not grind at your skin and it makes it feel clean and smooth afterwards.
I have used the following:
My favourite one is by Clinique, though they are pricey and I believe they may have discontinued them. Second favourite is Dermalogica (which is the first one I tried). I am enjoying the Babor powder, which I bought at a deep discount. I am keen on trying the Sephora one which is the cheapest.
