Target of an exfoliator

PORE

"Hint: "Tiny opening on the skin that might get unclogged during a skincare routine." This hint guides the solver toward thinking about skin and cleansing without directly repeating the original clue or giving away the answer. It’s easier than the original but still requires a small leap to land on "pore.""

The clue "Target of an exfoliator" leads to the answer "PORE" through a straightforward definition. An exfoliator is a skincare product or tool used to remove dead skin cells, often focusing on unclogging and cleansing the pores—tiny openings in the skin.