When should you pause exfoliation?
Pause when skin burns, feels raw or unusually tight, flakes heavily, or stays red. Use a simple routine and get care for severe or persistent symptoms.
Keep the test simple
Change one thing at a time, follow the current label, and note timing and symptoms. That makes benefit or irritation easier to identify.
When should you stop?
Stop for persistent burning, swelling, blistering, hives, or worsening symptoms. Seek urgent help for breathing trouble or severe swelling.
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Reviewed September 22, 2026. General education, not diagnosis or personal medical advice.