Works for
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Salicylic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“A'PIEU Glycolic Acid Peeling Booster is a silky clear peeling, hydrating booster that exfoliates while boosting the absorption of skincare.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid, salicylic acid.
CleansingXanthan gum, Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oilCleanses gently
“Formulated with white birch water, AHA and BHA, this multi-purpose toner not only removes debris and makeup residues, but also replenishes moisture as well as enhancing skin’s radiance.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, xanthan gum) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Niacinamide, Salicylic acid + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide, salicylic acid. These ingredients is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycolic acid
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Alcohol, Arnica montana flower extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Betula platyphylla japonica juice~4.1–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propanediol~2.8–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolDipropylene glycol~1.8–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolAlcohol~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholGlycolic acid~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidSodium citrate~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrate1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.65%
Niacinamide~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideSalicylic acid~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidPanthenol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPantolactone~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about PantolactonePyrus malus fruit extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractLactobacillus/pumpkin ferment extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An enzyme-based exfoliant
More about Lactobacillus/pumpkin ferment extractAlchemilla vulgaris extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has astringent properties. In other words, it might be able to interact with keratin in the uppermost layer of the skin to reduce swelling and create a temporal tightening effect. It can be irritating
More about Alchemilla vulgaris extractArnica montana flower extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractActinidia chinensis fruit extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Actinidia chinensis fruit extractAnanas sativus fruit extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
More about Ananas sativus fruit extractGaultheria procumbens leaf extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Artemisia princeps leaf extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPeg-60 hydrogenated castor oil~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oilXanthan gum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumButylene glycol~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolBetaine~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineAdenosine~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineHydroxyethylcellulose~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseSodium hyaluronate~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateDisodium edta~0.01–0.05%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.01–0.1%
Parfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Betula platyphylla japonica juice, Propanediol, Dipropylene glycol, Alcohol, Glycolic acid, Sodium citrate, 1,2-hexanediol, Niacinamide, Salicylic acid, Panthenol, Pantolactone, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Lactobacillus/pumpkin ferment extract, Alchemilla vulgaris extract, Arnica montana flower extract, Actinidia chinensis fruit extract, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Gaultheria procumbens leaf extract, Artemisia princeps leaf extract, Glycerin, Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, Xanthan gum, Butylene glycol, Betaine, Adenosine, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium hyaluronate, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| A'PIEUGlycolic Acid Peeling BoosterYOUR PRODUCT | BeautycounterAll Bright Triple Acid AHA Toner | La Roche-PosayEffaclar Duo + Purifying Foaming Gel Free | MedicubeKojic Acid Turmeric Toning Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 78% | 77% | 76% |
| Price | $17.19 | — | $33.41+$16.22 | $17.53 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 7 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Retinol |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: CeraVe Gel Moussant Anti-ImperfectionsCommunity Sixty-Six Detoxifying AHA/BHA Gel Cleanser
Product summary
"A'PIEU - Glycolic Acid Peeling Booster" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory, Exfoliation, Evens skin tone and Anti-aging
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- This product contains acids (glycolic acid 0.95% - 1.40%). Their concentration is low, and they will not have a strong exfoliating effect. Instead, they work to support the skin natural acid mantle and to attract water (as humectants).
- Salicylic acid (0.35% - 0.85%). This is an oil-soluble exfoliating acid. Because of this property, it can work inside pores and help reduce the congestion. It has an anti-inflammatory effect and is used to treat acne. Because it is a quite strong exfoliator, be careful with using this product too often: it could result in over-exfoliation.
- Adenosine 0.01% - 0.10%. It is a compound that in involved in many biological processes inside the skin cells. According one high-quality clinical trial, topical Adenosine in low concentrations can somewhat help improve "deep wrinkles" - the wrinkles that appear with age in places where our faces are most dynamic (for example, on the forehead or in the corners of the eyes).
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.01% - 0.05%, pantolactone 0.15% - 0.50% and glycerin 0.05% - 0.25%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 20.45$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 22 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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