An exemplary embodiment provides a particulate-free microdermabrasion formulation that includes an emulsifying agent； an ionic salt； a moisturizer； a neutralizer； and water. The formulation is free of acids, abrasive particulates, and enzymes. Further, upon application of the formulation to the skin surface, the formulation forms a thin layer that coats the skin surface and penetrates into pores of the skin. The thin layer sloughs off upon light rubbing, for example by hand or with a device or soft cloth or wipe, thereby removing dead skin cells and debris from the skin surface to leave a smooth, moisturized newly exposed skin surface.
