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10 Best exfoliators for sensitive skin in Canada
Best Choice01Paula's ChoicePaula's Choice 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Exfoliant, 88 mL
Main highlights- TIME-RELEASED LACTIC ACID: Alpha hydroxy acid tested to be gentle, delivers potency of conventional 10% concentration to diminish appearance of fine lines & improve the look of sun damage on skin.
- REPLENISHING ANTIOXIDANTS: Yarrow extract & a fermented antioxidant blend of cherry blossom, chocolate vine & yumberry support the skinβs microbiome & barrier.
- Paula's Choice Skincare makes science-backed products that work. No fragrance, no fluff. Just effective, cruelty-free formulas that target any concern from wrinkles to breakouts.
- GLOWING RESULTS FOR ALL SKIN TYPES: A unique combination of AHAs and antioxidants exfoliate above skinβs surface to resurface texture & tone, gently.
- 6% MANDELIC + 2% LACTIC ACID AHAs: A powerful yet gentle blend of mandelic & lactic acid liquid exfoliants smooth, soften & brighten skin to help visibly reduce uneven tone & discoloration.
9.8Exceptional
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Value for Money02Paula's ChoicePaula's Choice SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Exfoliant, 118 mL Full Size
Main highlights- TARGET CLOGGED PORES: 2% BHA (beta hydroxy acid or salicylic acid), gently unclogs & diminishes enlarged pores by shedding clogging buildup.
- SUITABLE FOR ALL SKIN TYPES: This proven formula works well for normal, oily, combo & dry skin types.
- Paula's Choice Skincare makes products that work. No fragrance, no fluff. Just effective, science-backed formulas that target any concern.
- GENTLE EXFOLIATION: Leave-on formula reveals a radiant glow without disrupting skinβs moisture barrier & improves signs of aging like wrinkles, fine lines & rough texture.
- EVEN SKIN TONE: Dramatically brightens & evens skin tones while visibly fading discolouration with gentle antioxidants like green tea.
9.7Exceptional
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- 03Dermalogica
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant Powder Exfoliant, 13 g
Main highlights- Gently exfoliates to refine skin texture, creating a smoother, more even canvas for seamless makeup application.
- Formulated with Papaya Enzyme, Salicylic Acid BHA, AHA, and other powerful ingredients, this dermatologist-recommended face scrub provides a thorough exfoliation without irritating your skin.
- Convenient powder exfoliant transforms with water to remove dull surface buildup while cleansing skin. Can also be used for the rest of the body, leaving skin feeling soft, polished, and refreshed.
- Contains AHA exfoliant phytic acid which helps even skin tones, leaving you with a healthy, radiant glow. The cleanser is lightweight and mild enough to use every day.
- Achieve brighter, smoother skin every day with this iconic exfoliating face wash that gently removes dulling surface debris and polishes skin to perfection.
9.6Exceptional
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- 04Paula's Choice
Paula's Choice SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Exfoliant, 30 mL Travel Size
9.4Excellent
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- 05The Face Shop
The Face Shop Rice Water Bright Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser - Hydrating, Moisturizing & Brightening Face Cleanser - Vegan Exfoliating Face Wash Face Scrub - Korean Skin Care Face Exfoliator
Main highlights- [RICE WATER & RICE BRAN POWDER] Mild facial scrub blended with rice bran powder, rice bran oil and hydrated silica gently exfoliates to help skin feel soft and look fresh and radiant
- [REFRESHING & MOISTURIZING] Creamy formula leathers up into rich foam. Removes impurities and traces of makeup effectively.
- [KOREAN SKINCARE] Manufactured and imported directly from Korea
- [GENTLE EXFOLIATING CLEANSER] Daily scrub cleanser blended with rice bran powder reveals your skinβs natural glow
- [GENTLE ENOUGH FOR EVERY DAY USE] Vegan, Non-irritative, Dermatologist tested, Suitable for all skin types
- [35+ MILLION UNITS SOLD] Rice water bright collection sold over 35 million units worlwide
9.3Excellent
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- 06DRMTLGY
DRMTLGY Microdermabrasion Scrub | Gentle Facial Exfoliating Scrub
9.2Excellent
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- 07Saturday Skin
Saturday Skin Face Peeling Gel - Fruit Enzyme Exfoliating Scrub, 2.53 fl oz
19% OffMain highlights- Powered by natural fruit enzymes and our signature 7 Peptide Mix, this bestselling clean K-beauty peel gel helps clarify the look of pores and refresh dull skin while maintaining comfort. The gentle cellulose action rolls away impurities without microbeads, scratching, or harsh ingredients. In just one minute, it exfoliates, cleanses, and polishes to leave skin smooth, supple, and visibly more luminous, all while supporting hydration and balance.
- Papain (Papaya) promotes smoother, brighter skin with antioxidant support. Bromelain (Pineapple) gently exfoliates to break down buildup and reveal a fresher glow. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Polysaccharides help calm and hydrate the skin to reduce visible redness and irritation. Together, these natural actives refine texture, unclog buildup-prone areas, improve uneven tone, and help keep the skin refreshed, soft, and visibly clearer with every use.
- POWERED BY 7 PEPTIDE MIX | Our proprietary 7 peptide mix found in all Saturday Skin formulas to refresh, brighten and reveal your everyday glow.
- Dermatologist tested, vegan, and cruelty-free. Made without parabens, sulfates, synthetic fragrance, or synthetic color. This clean, gentle formula is designed to exfoliate effectively while maintaining skin comfort. Loved by beauty editors and skincare enthusiasts for its instant smoothing resultsβ97% of users reported visibly brighter and softer skin after a single use. Saturday Skin delivers clean, effective Korean skincare inspired by science, superfruits, and skin-nourishing peptides.
- After cleansing, pat skin completely dry. Apply a generous amount and gently massage in circular motions for about one minute until dead skin and impurities lift away from the surface. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Use once or twice a week depending on your skin type and desired level of exfoliation. Suitable for all skin typesβincluding sensitive, combination, and oilyβwhile providing a balanced, comfortable finish. Perform a patch test before use for the best compatibility.
- A gentle yet powerful facial peeling gel that exfoliates, polishes, and smooths skin without irritation. This hybrid exfoliator uses fruit enzymes and plant-based cellulose to lift away impurities, buildup, and dead skin cells. Ideal for easily sensitized or congested skin, it instantly reveals a refined, radiant, and soft textureβyour one-minute glow booster for smoother, clearer, more polished skin.
8.9Very Good
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- 08ulluxe
Bikini Area Exfoliator with 10% AHAs BHA & Vitamin C, Exfoliating & Moisturizing Body Scrub for Ingrown Hairs & Underarm Razor Bumps, Scrub for Soft Smooth Skin, Sensitive Skin Safe, Fresh Peach, 220 g
Main highlights- γWhen to UseγWe recommend using this scrub 2-3 times a week. Before shaving, getting a wax, or having sugar hair removal. Getting ready for a beach holiday or relaxing after a workout.
- γMoisturizing, Hydrating & Evens Skin Toneγ Bikini area exfoliator infused with Vitaminβ―C to help reduce hyperpigmentation and reveal a radiant, smooth, even-toned bikini areas skin. Natural and delicate exfoliating particles can help you exfoliate without damaging the skin barrier. It also adds nourishing ingredients to keep the skin hydrated, helping you remove dead skin cells while nourishing, hydrating, and moisturizing the skin. Ideal for the bikini line, underarms, inner thighs, buttocks, elbows, legs, and back.
- γHow to Useγ This scrub is best used when showering with wet skin. Take a small handful of scrub and apply it to the skin in a circular motion. You can use exfoliating scrub all over your body, with a focus on bikini lines, legs, armpits, elbows, and other sensitive areas. For external use only.
- γHelps Reduce Ingrown Hairs and Razor Bumpsγ Our bikini scrub is infused with walnut shell powder, shea butter, and avocado oil to cleanse and moisturize. It helps reduce ingrown hairs and razor bumps by gently removing impurities and dead skin cells, while soothing post-shave irritation. Leaves your skin soft, silky smooth, and glowing. Perfect for pre/post-shave care.
- γGently Exfoliates with AHA + BHAγ Our bikini underarm scrub contains 7% AHAs (glycolic acid/lactic acid), 2% BHA (salicylic acid) and 1% vitamin C. Gently yet effectively exfoliates to smooth bumps and fade dark spots in intimate areas β clinically calibrated to be safe, non-irritating. Your solution to breakouts, KP, bumps and dryness.
- γGentle & Safeγ The body scrub is lightly fresh peach scented. Cruelty-free, vegan formula with no parabens, sulfates, or synthetic dyes. Gentle enough for intimate skincare. The pH balanced formula is safe for sensitive skin.
8.8Very Good
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- 09Cetaphil
Cetaphil Salicylic Acide Cleanser (473ml) - Exfoliating Face Wash
Main highlights- MADE IN CANADA
- IMPROVE TEXTURE AND TONE - Formulated with a unique triple acid blend of Salicylic Acid, Mandelic Acid and Gluconolactone, designed to remove excess oil, improve skin tone and retain skin's moisture while exfoliating
- DERMATOLOGIST RECOMMENDED FOR SENSITIVE SKIN - Clinically proven to be gentle enough for daily use on sensitive skin
- DEFENDS AGAINST 5 SIGNS OF SKIN SENSITIVITY - Dryness, itchiness, roughness, tightness and a weakened skin barrier
- CLINICALLY TESTED ON SENSITIVE SKIN - The foaming gel formula is hypoallergenic, fragrance free, paraben free and won't clog pores
- CETAPHIL GENTLE EXFOLIATING SA CLEANSER - Gently cleanses and exfoliates to promote surface skin surface renewal for smooth, even and radiant-looking skin after just 1 use
8.7Very Good
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- 10Neutrogena
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Exfoliating Face Scrub - Hyaluronic Acid and Aha - Gel Cream Face Cleanser - Non-comedogenic - Blue, Pack of 2 (2x141ml)
8.5Good
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