exfoliate

• Verb, das beschreibt, wie abgestorbene Hautzellen von der Hautoberfläche entfernt werden, meist zu kosmetischen oder dermatologischen Zwecken. Es kann auch allgemeiner das Ablösen oberflächlicher Schichten bei anderen Materialien bedeuten.

A verb used to describe the process of removing dead skin cells from the surface of the skin, typically for cosmetic or dermatological purposes.

1. Remove dead skin cellsB2formal

   To gently remove dead cells from the skin's surface, typically using a scrub or chemical product.

   Abgestorbene Hautzellen entfernen

   • She exfoliates her face twice a week to keep it smooth.
   • This cream helps exfoliate dry patches on the elbows.
   • You should exfoliate before applying a self-tanner for an even result.

   Synonymedesquamatepeelslough off

2. Shed or peel off in layersC1formalscientific

   To come off or cause to come off in thin layers, scales, or splinters.

   Abblättern

   • The old paint began to exfoliate from the wooden fence.
   • Certain rocks exfoliate into thin sheets due to weathering.
   • The snake's skin exfoliates naturally as it grows.

   Synonymedesquamateflakepeelscaleshedslough

   Antonymeaccumulateadhereamassattachgrowintegrate

3. Unfold or spread leavesC2formalscientific

   To open or spread out leaves, as in the growth of a plant.

   Blätter entfalten

   • The fern began to exfoliate its fronds in the spring sunlight.
   • New buds exfoliate into broad, green leaves.
   • The tree exfoliates its foliage gradually during the growing season.

   Synonymeopenspreadunfoldunfurl