Barefoot Scientist Reboot Revitalizing Foot Peel
Works for
ExfoliationLactic acid, Urea + 2 moreWorks well
“Benefits A gentle scientifically formulated foot peel designed with sensitive skin in mind Milder alpha-hydroxy acids start the exfoliation process , removing the unwanted build-up of dead, dry skin cells, without stripping skin like harsher peels Antioxidant-rich fruit extracts delicately moisturize and nourish your entire foot throughout the treatment If you've been too worried to try a high acid content foot peel or you have more sensitive skin, this is the perfect gentle 'starter foot peel' for you Because this is a light peel for the entire foot, we recommend targeting hardened skin and callused heels with In The Buff siliglass pumice stone and/or The Gratest professional rasp from the Barefoot Scientist collection Hypoallergenic Free of Phthalates & Parabens Dermatologist tested Specially formulated for feet TSA approved Key Ingredients Lactic Acid removes dead skin cells & toxins Glycolic Acid accelerates the exfoliation process Allantoin promotes cellular regeneration & nutrient absorption Lemon Fruit Extract cleanses, tones & brightens skin Papaya Fruit Extract removes impurities & soothes skin Apple Fruit Extract nourishes with vitamin C & natural acids”
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, lactic acid.
Evens skin toneSide benefit · Lactic acid, Glycyrrhetinic acid + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid, lactic acid
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: glycyrrhetinic acid.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Glycyrrhetinic acid, Malus domestica fruit extractWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (glycyrrhetinic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
MoisturizingSide benefit · Urea, Lactic acid + 5 moreWorks well
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": allantoin, betaine.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: urea
Anti-agingSide benefit · Lactic acid, Glycolic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: lactic acid.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Citrus limon fruit extract, Carica papaya fruit extract + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Lactic acid~4.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidChamomilla recutita extract~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita extractBetaine~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineMethylpropanediol~2.1–3.1%
Allantoin~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinCitrus limon fruit extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractAloe barbadensis extract~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis extractCarica papaya fruit extract~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractMalus domestica fruit extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Malus domestica fruit extractCitrus limon peel oil~0.4–0.9%
Glycyrrhetinic acid~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Active compound of licorice root. Works to calm down inflammation, as an anti-oxidant, and might be helpful in lightening the skin and reducing hyperpigmentation
More about Glycyrrhetinic acidUrea~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaGlycolic acid~0.2–0.75%
- 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 acidGlycerin~0.15–0.7%
- 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 GlycerinLavandula angustifolia oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilIsopropyl alcohol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A drying alcohol. Can increase skin's sensitivity and cause dryness and irritation
More about Isopropyl alcoholSodium citrate~0.1–0.35%
- 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 citrateMenthol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Alcohol denat.~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonateTriethanolamine~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineIngredient list view
Water, Lactic acid, Chamomilla recutita extract, Betaine, Methylpropanediol, Allantoin, Citrus limon fruit extract, Aloe barbadensis extract, Carica papaya fruit extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Malus domestica fruit extract, Citrus limon peel oil, Glycyrrhetinic acid, Urea, Glycolic acid, Glycerin, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Isopropyl alcohol, Sodium citrate, Menthol, Alcohol denat., Sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Triethanolamine
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| Barefoot ScientistReboot Revitalizing Foot PeelYOUR PRODUCT | Dr. Scholl'sRough, Dry Skin Ultra-Exfoliating Foot Mask | MONSTER FACTORYFoot Peeling Pack | BeautyProBarber Pro Foot Peel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 59% | 59% | 56% |
| Price | — | $9.72 | $9.70 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 5 of 8 | 5 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract |
| Irritancy | High | High | High | High |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol |
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Product summary
"Barefoot Scientist - Reboot Revitalizing Foot Peel" is effective for: Exfoliation, Evens skin tone, Moisturizing and Anti-aging
Ingredient callouts
- Exfoliating acids (glycolic acid 0.20% - 0.75% and lactic acid 4.50% - 6.70%). In this concentration, they will have a noticeable exfoliating effect. They can also have an anti-aging effect and stimulate collagen production in a long-run. Lactic Acid can also help to attract water to the upper layer (works as a humectant).
- In addition, this product contains Allantoin (1.60% - 2.40%). Allantoin is helpful in wound-healing and can help restore the skin barrier faster. It might also be able to improve scars, but the evidence is not very strong for this.
- Humectants (glycerin 0.15% - 0.70%, lactic acid 4.50% - 6.70%, betaine 2.70% - 4.00%, allantoin 1.60% - 2.40% and urea 0.30% - 0.75%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Barefoot Scientist" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
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