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Gwyneth Paltrow has long been a fan of keeping her routine streamlined, and the Goop Beauty Microderm Body Polish is proof. The two-in-one formula — which is currently discounted during Amazon's Summer Beauty Event — is one of the first products she reaches for in the shower, setting the foundation for the pared-down routine she shared in her "everything shower" breakdown on Goop. There, she explained how this "two-in-one trick" helps her focus on fewer, high-performing steps that make a bigger impact. The formula functions as both a cleanser and an exfoliator — and that combination matters more than it sounds. Cleansing helps remove sweat, oil and daily buildup sitting on the surface of the skin, while exfoliation goes a step further by lifting away dead skin cells that can make skin feel rough or look dull. Combining the two in one step means you’re addressing both every time you shower, which helps keep skin clearer, softer and more even-feeling overall. As far as exfoliation, this body polish is thorough without feeling aggressive. Finely milled mineral particles work across the skin to loosen and lift dead skin cells, buildup and residue from things like sunscreen or self-tanner. As it's massaged, you'll feel it actively smoothing the texture in real time (you know, that slightly gritty, satisfying polish that leaves skin immediately softer once rinsed). With consistent use, that surface-level smoothing adds up, helping skin look more even and less dull over time. The texture plays a major role in its performance. It has a creamy, dense base that spreads easily over damp skin, allowing the exfoliating particles to glide instead of drag. That cushion keeps it from feeling harsh, even if you spend a little extra time working it into rougher areas. It rinses clean without leaving behind a heavy film, but it also doesn’t strip the skin, so you’re left with a balanced, comfortable finish rather than tightness. One Amazon shopper who called the polish "incredible" said it leaves  "skin feeling so soft," while another deemed it the "best scrub ever." If your routine feels like too many steps for not enough payoff, this is an easy place to streamline. Shop the Goop Beauty Microderm Body Polish now while it’s 20% off!