13 Best Exfoliating Gloves of 2024 for Smooth Skin, Tested and Reviewed
Spoiler: Your skin is going to be glowinggg.
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Fact: Few things annoy me more than splotchy self-tanner, ingrown hairs from shaving, or speckled ~strawberry legs~ that never seem to go away. That's exactly why I treat trying out new exfoliating products like it's my job (also bc it kinda is!). Whether it's an exfoliator for my face, a chemical exfoliant (trust, it's not as scary as it sounds), or even a cleansing brush, I'm always on the search for the latest and greatest step to add to my skincare routine. And my new favorite go-to? Exfoliating gloves—i.e., the easiest, laziest tool for getting ridiculously smooth skin without the mess of products.
Exfoliating gloves are exactly what they sound like: gloves that mechanically exfoliate your skin with their abrasive texture, helping to buff away dead skin cells, break down bumps, and smooth uneven texture on your arms, legs, and butt, says board-certified dermatologist Karan Lal, MD. Just slip one over your hand in the shower and gently massage it over your wet skin. Easy, right? There's just one catch: Some exfoliating gloves can seriously irritate your skin barrier (especially if you're dealing with active acne breakouts, psoriasis, eczema, or keratosis pilaris). So, to help you choose the best exfoliating gloves for your skin type, I did some testing and consulted countless online reviews to find the best ones out there:
Our top picks for the best exfoliating gloves in 2024:
Keep reading for the full breakdown of the best exfoliating gloves, tested and reviewed, along with tips from dermatologists on how to choose the best gloves and what to look for before you buy.
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