What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
exfoliating
Example
I exfoliate my face twice a week to keep my skin smooth. [exfoliate: verb]
Example
Exfoliating can help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. [exfoliating: present participle]
shedding
Example
My cat is shedding a lot of fur this time of year. [shedding: present participle]
Example
Chemotherapy can cause hair shedding as a side effect. [shedding: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Exfoliating is more commonly used than shedding in everyday language, especially in the context of skincare and beauty. Shedding is more commonly used in the context of hair loss or animal fur.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between exfoliating and shedding?
Exfoliating is associated with a formal and scientific tone, while shedding is more casual and colloquial.
