Exfoliation is a crucial step in achieving a luminous, radiant complexion. Therefore, incorporating the finest exfoliators and scrubs into your routine is essential. Face exfoliators not only remove excess oil that can lead to acne but also eliminate dead skin cells, makeup, and dirt to unveil a vibrant glow. The ideal face exfoliators will cleanse your skin without causing harm.Your skin type is the primary consideration when selecting an exfoliator. You can select the appropriate exfoliators for your specific skin type such as sensitive, oily, dry or acne-prone.
If you haven’t incorporated exfoliation into your skincare regimen, your skin may not be able to effectively absorb the products you apply. To assist you in making an informed choice, we have curated a list of the top 8 exfoliators tailored to various skin types and needs. All can be effective and the choice largely depends on personal preference.
When Should You Exfoliate?
While exfoliating can be performed at any time, it is optimally done in the morning as the skin undergoes nocturnal repair and potentially resulting in a layer of dead skin cells eagerly awaiting removal.
How Frequently Should You Exfoliate?
The ideal frequency for exfoliation depends on factors such as skin type and sensitivity. Generally, it is recommended to exfoliate 2-3 times per week for normal to combination skin while sensitive or dry skin may benefit from a more gentle approach with exfoliation occurring just once a week.
8 Best Exfoliators in Malaysia 2025
1. Cosmoderm Vitamin E Renewing Exfoliating Gel 30ml
Cosmoderm Vitamin E Renewing Exfoliating Gel specifically designed to remove dead skin cells, whiteheads and blackheads while minimizing and refining pores. It also works to lighten acne scars and hyperpigmentation. Besides that, it is suitable for normal, combination and dry skin types.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Aqua Carbomer, Aloe Barbadonisns (Aloe Vera), Mushroom Extract, Lactic Acid, Cetrimonium Chloride, Ethanol, Witch Hazel Extract, Fragrance.
- Size Available: 30 ml
Pros:
✅ Remove dead skin cells
✅ Refines pores
✅ Lighten acne scars
Price: RM23.31
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. HIMALAYA Gentle Exfoliating Apricot Scrub 150ml
HIMALAYA Gentle Exfoliating Apricot Scrub 150ml which offers antiseptic, cooling, soothing, nutritive and keratolytic properties. It reduces skin inflammation, removes dead skin fragments with vitamins and antioxidants to prevent premature ageing. Wheat Germ Oil nourishes and enhances skin elasticity while Apricot Seed Powder exfoliates to reveal your skin’s natural glow.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Aqua, Stearic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Alcohol, Juglans Regia Shell Powder, Prunus Armeniaca Seed Powder, Sorbitan Stearate & Sucrose Cocoate, Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Parfume, Sodium Hydroxide, Benzyl Alcohol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone & Methylisothiazolinone, Aroma, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Hexyl Cinnamal, Amyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Geraniol, Linalool
- Size Available: 150 ml
Pros:
✅ Ideal for most skin types
✅ Moisturizes the skin
✅ Exfoliates blackheads
Price: RM34.01
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. SKINFOOD Black Sugar Facial and Body Scrub Mask Wash Off 120g
Treat your skin to the organic Black Sugar goodness in SKINFOOD Black Sugar Facial and Body Scrub Mask Wash Off 120g. This exfoliating formula nourishes and moisturizes for a clean complexion with Macadamia Seed Oil and Shea Butter. You can enjoy up to 48% exfoliation efficacy after just one use with the skin-friendly and natural ingredients.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Sucrose, Glycerin, Candelilla Wax, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil.
- Size Available: 120 g
Pros:
✅ Smooth skin
✅ 48% exfoliation effect
✅ Clean complexion
Price: RM50.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. Sukin Jelly Exfoliator
Reveal a radiant complexion with this Kakadu Plum and Bromelain-infused exfoliator. Sukin Jelly Exfoliator provides a glow-promoting formula that gently removes impurities while Passion Fruit Seeds and Jojoba buff the skin to promote an even dewy skin tone.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Pumice, Xanthan Gum, Jojoba Esters, Bromelain, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract (Kakadu Plum), Squalane, Passiflora Edulis Seed Powder (Passionfruit), Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Extract, Glucose, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Fragrance (Parfum), Limonene
- Size Available: 125 ml
Pros:
✅ Skin brightening
✅ More radiant complexion
✅ Remove impurities
Price: RM45.81
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. Hada Labo Mild Exfoliating Gel 90g
Hada Labo Mild Exfoliating Gel combines Gluconic Acid and BHA (salicylic acid) to gently eliminate dead skin cells, blackheads and tighten large pores. The lightweight gel texture is easily absorbed while Nano Hyaluronic Acid deeply moisturizes the inner skin layers. It is free of alcohol, colorant, fragrance and mineral oil. Besides that, this pH-balanced and low-irritation gel is ideal for regular use.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Gluconic Acid, Tranexamic Acid, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Polyacrylamide, Dimethicone, Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxypropyl Methycellulose Stearoxy Ether, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Carbomer, PEG-20 Sorbitan Isostearate, Gellan Gum, Laureth-7, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Metabisulfite, Bis-ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Leontopodium Alpinum Extract, Saxifraga Sarmentosa Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Extract.
- Size Available: 90 g
Pros:
✅ Ultra lightweight
✅ Polish away dullness
✅ Skin pH balanced
Price: RM47.40
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. NARUKO Fruit Enzyme Exfoliating Skin Smoothie
Reap the benefits of gentle exfoliation and improved absorption with NARUKO Fruit Enzyme Exfoliating Skin Smoothie. It can even out skin tone for a brighter complexion. After cleansing, you can towel-dry your skin. Then, apply the exfoliator to your face and massage before rinsing thoroughly. Use 1-2 times a week or as needed.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Triethanolamine, Natural Walnut Shell, Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters, Panthenol, Stearyl Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Kalanchoe Pinnata Leaf Extract, CI Food Blue 2. FD & C Blue No.1, Fragrance, Disodium EDTA, D&C Red No.33(CI 17200), Pentylene Glycol, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Piper Methysticum Root Extract, Jojoba Esters, Epilobium Fleischeri Extract, Protease, Hydrolyzed Prunus Domestica, Propylene Glycol,Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract, Prunus Persica Fruit Extract, Artemisia Umbelliformis Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Extract, Peucedanum Ostruthium Leaf Extract, Scutellaria Alpina Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Microcitrus Australasica Fruit Extract, Caprylyl Glycol.
- Size Available: 120 ml
Pros:
✅ Suitable for reduce signs of ageing
✅ Improves absorption
✅ Evens out of skin tone
Price: RM45.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
7. Swisse Bamboo Facial Exfoliant
Swisse Bamboo Facial Exfoliant enriched with Bamboo, Rice Bran and Walnut Shell Exfoliants. This scrub gently yet thoroughly eliminates built-up dead skin cells which helping to lighten pigmentation, reduce acne and minimize wrinkles. The paraben, sulphate and cruelty-free formula allows other skincare products to penetrate more deeply to enhance their efficacy.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Bamboo Stem Powder & Rice Bran Water.
- Size Available: 125 ml
Pros:
✅ Suitable for oily skin
✅ Reveals soft skin
✅ Deeply hydrating
Price: RM28.30
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. 23.5N PINEAPPLE EXFOLIATING GEL MASK
23.5N PINEAPPLE EXFOLIATING GEL MASK contains fruit enzymes with anti-inflammatory properties to soothe irritation and exfoliate. Alpha Hydroxy Acids soften dead skin cells and clarify pores to reveal radiant and healthy skin. Grapefruit and Red Djulis offer nourishment and antioxidant protection against free radical damage while Hyaluronic Acid and Snow Mushroom hydrate for a soft feel.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Aqua, Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Tremella Fuciformis Extract, Carbomer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Benzyl Alcohol, Chlorphenesin.
- Size Available: 100 ml
Pros:
✅ Softens dead skin cells
✅ Clarifies pores
✅ Without Drying skin out
Price: RM44.70
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
Disclosure: This list was compiled by the team at My Weekend Plan after extensive research and shared opinions to suggest helpful recommendations for the public. The sequence of brands is in no particular order so if you have any other great suggestions too, please email us support@myweekendplan.asia. For more information, kindly refer to our copyright, privacy & disclosure policy.
