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Gommage: The French exfoliation technique you need to try

Gommage: The French exfoliation technique you need to try
Written by Lahari Basu
Edited by Anamica Singh
Feb 10, 2022, 07:55 pm 2 min read
Gommage: The French exfoliation technique you need to try
If no other exfoliation method suits you, try gommage. (Photo credit: Pixnio)

Gommage is a renowned French exfoliation procedure that is rapidly gaining favor across the world. The word "gommage" literally translates to "erasing" or "exfoliation," and it has been in use since the 1700s. Modern gommage consists of a mixture of products that exfoliate your skin using enzymes and scrubbing. It removes dead skin cells and encourages skin cell development.

#1
Why choose gommage over other exfoliants?

Physical scrubs use beads to remove dead skin cells. Similarly, chemical exfoliants contain ingredients like lactic acid, glycolic acid and others. However, for some people, both methods have proven to be harsh, leading to irritation and redness. This is where gommage comes in. It is gentle and mild and scrubs off dead skin without putting any extra pressure of the skin.

#2
Why has gommage become so popular?

Gommage is suitable for most adults, except those suffering from certain skin conditions. This technique is especially wonderful for people with sensitive skin as it does not pull and stretch the skin as much. Also, unlike other exfoliants, gommage does not play on the idea of removing a layer of skin to reveal softer skin. All these things have led to its popularity.

#3
How to use a gommage exfoliant?

A gommage exfoliant typically comes in gel form. The application process is as follows: Apply the product to your face. Let it dry. It may take up to 10 minutes to fully dry and form a crust. Now massage it. You will see little balls forming on your skin which are essentially grabbing dead skin. Wipe off with a moist towel or rinse it.

#4
Benefits of gommage

Gommage delivers similar benefits as any other exfoliant. Besides sloughing off dead cells, it unclogs pores, stimulates collagen production, and controls acne. Physical exfoliants tend to damage the skin barrier and leave micro-tears on the skin. Gommage also promotes the growth of new cells, giving you younger-looking skin. This technique also helps your skin to absorb other products better.

#5
A few words of caution

Although there aren't many side effects of the process, it does take a lot of time as opposed to any other exfoliation methods. People suffering from psoriasis, rosacea, sunburn, or any kind of infection should also stay away from this treatment. Plant-based enzymes are frequently used in gommage exfoliant formulas. So examine the product for any known allergies to any fruits or plants.

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Having worked in the media industry for six years, Lahari currently writes Lifestyle stories for NewsBytes. Before this, she worked with Microsoft News and Dainik Bhaskar group. An avid traveller, home cook, crocheter, and movie buff, Lahari is always on the lookout for good food, colourful yarns, innovative and thoughtful cinema, and cats! With words as a weapon, nature as strength, optimism as fuel, and an undying thirst for discovery, she is out on a lifelong journey to seek and experience the unknown.
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Anamica Singh is a lifestyle editor at NewsBytes. Having started as a sports journalist, she has covered entertainment, national and international news over her 14-year-long career. She is experienced in news writing, video production, anchoring, and voiceovers. Her past stints include her time at Mobile ESPN, IANS, and MSN. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of Delhi and a postgraduate diploma in journalism from YMCA, Delhi.
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