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exfoliation

[eks-foh-lee-ay-shuhn] / ɛksˌfoʊ liˈeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
molting
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We each received an enhancement: I enjoyed the dry exfoliation, while my wife opted for hot stones, one of her favorite add-ons.

From Salon ● Jan. 13, 2026

In fact, countless sources praise yogurt for its skin care benefits, citing everything from lactic acid’s gentle exfoliation effects to its probiotic properties.

From Slate ● Feb. 22, 2025

Despite this, both α-Al2O3 and γ-LiAlO2 layers demonstrated strong resistance to exfoliation.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 25, 2024

“Anytime you're getting exfoliation, it gives you nice fresh skin that looks brighter, healthier, and less discolored,” King says.

From National Geographic ● Feb. 21, 2024

Exfoliation is the scaling off of dead tissues; thus there may be exfoliation of the skin, of bone, or of other parts from their living surroundings.

From The New Gresham Encyclopedia Volume 4, Part 3: Estremoz to Felspar by Various



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