Should I use the exfoliating glove on wet or dry skin?

Wet, ideally after a few minutes under warm water so pores are softened and skin is already slightly hydrated — this reduces friction compared to dry exfoliation and lowers the risk of micro-tears.

Can I use the exfoliating glove on my face too, or only body?

It can be used on the face, but with much lighter pressure and lower frequency than on the body — facial skin is thinner, so once a week is usually the ceiling, versus 2-3 times for body areas like arms, legs and back.

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Silk Exfoliating Glove: How Often to Use It Without Irritating Skin

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The Frequency, in One Answer

For most skin, 2 to 3 times a week is the right frequency for a silk exfoliating glove — enough to clear dead skin and smooth ingrown-prone areas without stripping the skin barrier. Sensitive or reactive skin should start once a week and watch how it responds before adding a second session.

The Signs You Are Overdoing It

Redness that lasts more than an hour after use, a tight or squeaky feeling, or skin that looks shinier but feels rougher a day later are all signs of over-exfoliation. When any of these show up, drop to once a week and let the skin barrier recover before resuming a higher frequency.

      "More exfoliation sessions do not equal smoother skin past a certain point — once the barrier is compromised, skin actually looks rougher, not smoother, regardless of how often you scrub.
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Skin Type	Suggested Frequency	What to Watch
Normal / resilient	2-3x / week	Nothing unusual
Sensitive / reactive	1x / week to start	Redness past 1h
Already irritated	Pause use	Let barrier recover

It's a Rhythm, Not a Race

The glove itself is gentler than synthetic exfoliating mitts by design, but frequency still matters more than the tool. Start conservative, watch how skin responds over two weeks, then adjust. Oeko-Tex certified 100% mulberry silk.