Finding the right exfoliator for your skin is a lot like dating—you go through a lot of disappointments before you find the one. But according to our readers, the search is over. In a recent survey of more than 400 NewBeauty readers,* we asked them to name their favorite beauty products of 2025, and one product rose to the top: Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant.
This iconic rice-based enzyme powder activates with just a splash of water, transforming into a creamy paste that releases papain, salicylic acid and rice enzymes to gently micro-exfoliate dead skin cells and smooth away dullness—no harsh scrubbing required. A brightening complex of white tea and licorice helps even skin tone, while soothing colloidal oatmeal and allantoin calm inflammation, making it gentle enough for daily use on all skin types.
Our readers—women primarily in their 40s in this case—are clearly smitten. A 41-year-old reader summed it up simply: "Makes my face soft." A 46-year-old agreed, calling the formula "amazing." A 48-year-old noted it "helps my skin," while a 43-year-old cut straight to the point: "It works."
Shoppers agree, as the exfoliant has more than 166K “loves” on Sephora.com alone and more than 5K nearly perfect reviews. Whether you’re still dating around or looking for something new, this one sounds like a match.
*Source: BeautyEngine Advanced Research, 2026
