BYROE Celery AHA + LHA Resurfacing Serum

BYROE Celery AHA + LHA Resurfacing Serum

Efficacy85/100IrritancyHigh·100% recommend (1 review)

Works for

Evens skin tone
Glycolic acid, Capryloyl salicylic acid + 2 more
Works well
What the product description says
“PHYTO BRIGHT A brightening complex of spearmint, loquat, brussel sprouts, and chicory root that diminishes the look of dark spots leaving skin looking visibly even and radiant. Full Ingredients List”
Source: Byroe

This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic 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: capryloyl salicylic acid, glycine soja seed extract.

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.

Glycolic acidKey activeEffect: HighAn 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~2.6–3.2%
Capryloyl salicylic acidKey activeEffect: Medium~0.95–1.15%
Glycine soja seed extractEffect: LowAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.~0.35–0.65%
NiacinamideUnder-dosedIs 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~0.3–0.6%
Exfoliation
Glycolic acid, Capryloyl salicylic acid
Works well
What the product description says
“Celery AHA + LHA Resurfacing Serum”
From product name

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: capryloyl salicylic acid, glycolic acid.

Glycolic acidKey activeEffect: HighAn 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~2.6–3.2%
Capryloyl salicylic acidKey activeEffect: High~0.95–1.15%
Anti-aging
Glycolic acid, Folic acid + 4 more
Works well
What the product description says
“AHA + LHA BLEND Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) An exfoliating acid that minimizes dryness, removes dead skin cells and improves signs of aging for softer, smoother skin.”
Source: Byroe

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: folic 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.

Glycolic acidKey activeEffect: HighAn 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~2.6–3.2%
Folic acidKey activeEffect: MediumCan help stimulate collagen production in skin. While available studies are promising, more research is needed to confirm the efficacy in skin~0.3–0.55%
Glycine soja seed extractEffect: LowAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.~0.35–0.65%
TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself~0.3–0.6%
Sodium ascorbyl phosphateEffect: Low, below effective doseA stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C~0.3–0.55%
NiacinamideUnder-dosedIs 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~0.3–0.6%
Moisturizing
Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin + 14 more
Works
What the product description says
“VITAMIN 12 COMPLEX A powerful blend of 12 different vitamins, including Niacinamide, formulated to feed the skin the nutrition it craves to remain healthy, hydrated, and luminous.”
Source: Byroe

This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.

The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water. 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. The following ingredients in this product do the job: betaine, glycerin.

This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: caprylic/capric triglyceride, glycine soja seed extract.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~2.2–2.7%
GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~1.8–2.3%
BetaineKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~1.2–1.4%
Glycine soja seed extractKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.~0.35–0.65%
CyanocobalaminKey activeEffect: HighCan support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin~0.3–0.55%
Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.55%
InositolKey active· HumectantEffect: High~0.1–0.15%
BiotinEffect: LowMight have some moisturising properties. Is not effective when applied topically beyond some moisturizing effect~0.3–0.55%
Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~0.2–0.35%
Polyglyceryl-10 stearateEffect: LowHelps water and oil mix together and softens the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.25%
Cucumis sativus fruit extractEffect: Low, below effective doseMight be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect~0.55–0.8%
TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself~0.3–0.6%
Pyrus malus fruit extractUnder-dosedCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content~0.35–0.6%
NiacinamideUnder-dosedIs 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~0.3–0.6%
PanthenolUnder-dosedHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~0.2–0.4%
Linoleic acidUnder-dosedAn excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores~0.2–0.35%
Anti-blemish
Glycolic acid, Capryloyl salicylic acid + 5 more
Not delivered
What the product description says
“Lipohydroxy Acid (LHA) A larger molecule derived from salicylic acid that penetrates slowly, balancing oil production and decongesting breakouts without irritation.”
Source: Byroe

This product contains ingredients (capryloyl salicylic acid, glycolic acid) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.

Glycolic acidEffect: MediumAn 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~2.6–3.2%
Capryloyl salicylic acidEffect: Medium~0.95–1.15%
Melia azadirachta leaf extractEffect: LowA plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating~0.2–0.35%
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractUnder-dosedCan be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating~0.5–0.75%
Sodium ascorbyl phosphateUnder-dosedA stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C~0.3–0.55%
NiacinamideUnder-dosedIs 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~0.3–0.6%
Linoleic acidUnder-dosedAn excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores~0.2–0.35%
Anti-oxidation
Side benefit · Pyridoxine, Eriobotrya japonica leaf extract + 9 more
May help

This product contains antioxidants (pyridoxine) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

PyridoxineKey activeEffect: MediumMight help neutralize free radicals in skin, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking. It might be irritating~0.3–0.55%
Eriobotrya japonica leaf extractEffect: LowPlant extract that might be somewhat helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin~0.45–0.7%
Glycine soja seed extractEffect: LowAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.~0.35–0.65%
Eclipta prostrata extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating~0.2–0.35%
Melia azadirachta flower extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin~0.15–0.25%
Brassica oleracea italica extractEffect: Low, below effective doseMight have some anti-inflammatory properties but research is lacking~0.55–0.85%
Cucumis sativus fruit extractEffect: Low, below effective doseMight be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect~0.55–0.8%
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractEffect: Low, below effective doseCan be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating~0.5–0.75%
Pyrus malus fruit extractEffect: Low, below effective doseCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content~0.35–0.6%
TocopherolUnder-dosedPure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself~0.3–0.6%
Sodium ascorbyl phosphateUnder-dosedA stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C~0.3–0.55%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
4 strong irritants: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Mentha viridis extract + 2 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 25 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Glycolic acidAn 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 acidHigh~2.6–3.2%est.
Capryloyl salicylic acid—High~0.95–1.15%est.
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractCan be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritatingHigh~0.5–0.75%est.
Mentha viridis extractUsed as a fragrance and can be irritatingHigh~0.45–0.7%est.
Citrus limon fruit extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivityHigh~0.3–0.6%est.
Lavandula angustifolia oilAn essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial propertiesHigh~0.3–0.55%est.
PyridoxineMight help neutralize free radicals in skin, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking. It might be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.55%est.
Eclipta prostrata extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.35%est.
Melia azadirachta leaf extractA plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.35%est.
Coptis japonica extract—High~0.15–0.3%est.
Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~2.2–2.7%est.
Polyglyceryl-10 laurateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~1.4–1.7%est.
Brassica oleracea italica extractMight have some anti-inflammatory properties but research is lackingMedium~0.55–0.85%est.
Cucumis sativus fruit extractMight be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effectMedium~0.55–0.8%est.
Eriobotrya japonica leaf extractPlant extract that might be somewhat helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skinMedium~0.45–0.7%est.
Pyrus malus fruit extractCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar contentMedium~0.35–0.6%est.
Glycine soja seed extractAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.Medium~0.35–0.65%est.
Thiamine hclCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is studied as a mosquito repellentMedium~0.3–0.55%est.
Sodium ascorbyl phosphateA stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin CMedium~0.3–0.55%est.
Sodium levulinateA preservativeMedium~0.2–0.35%est.
Sodium stearoyl glutamateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.5%est.
Melia azadirachta flower extractA plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skinMedium~0.15–0.25%est.
Polyglyceryl-10 stearateHelps water and oil mix together and softens the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.15–0.25%est.
Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.05–0.1%est.
1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.05–0.15%est.
Comedogenic
Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients
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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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C13-15 alkane~6.4–7.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps dissolve other ingredients in the formula

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Tromethamine~4.4–5.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps adjust pH in products

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2,3-butanediol~3.3–4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Glycolic acid~2.6–3.2%
Key activeIrritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-agingEvens skin toneExfoliationAnti-blemish

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

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~2.2–2.7%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin

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Glycerin~1.8–2.3%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Polyglyceryl-10 laurate~1.4–1.7%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Betaine~1.2–1.4%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture

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Capryloyl salicylic acid~0.95–1.15%
Key activeIrritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
ExfoliationEvens skin toneAnti-blemish
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Apium graveolens extract~0.7–1%
Formula
Asparagus officinalis extract~0.6–0.9%
Formula
Lactuca scariola sativa leaf extract~0.6–0.85%
Formula
Brassica oleracea italica extract~0.55–0.85%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

Might have some anti-inflammatory properties but research is lacking

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Cucumis sativus fruit extract~0.55–0.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidationMoisturizing

Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect

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Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.5–0.75%
Under-dosedIrritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-blemishAnti-oxidationAntibacterial

Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating

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Eriobotrya japonica leaf extract~0.45–0.7%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

Plant extract that might be somewhat helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin

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Triticum vulgare sprout extract~0.45–0.65%
Formula
Mentha viridis extract~0.45–0.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance and can be irritating

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Pyrus malus fruit extract~0.35–0.6%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content

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Citrus limon fruit extract~0.3–0.6%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity

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Vinegar~0.3–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Brassica oleracea gemmifera extract~0.3–0.6%
Formula
Carum petroselinum extract~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Cichorium intybus leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Glycine soja seed extract~0.35–0.65%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingReduces rednessEvens skin toneAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

An emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.

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Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties

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Beta-carotene~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A colorant adding orange or bright yellow color

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Niacinamide~0.3–0.6%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-blemishAnti-agingMoisturizingEvens skin toneReduces irritationReduces rednessAntibacterialAnti-inflammatory

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

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Tocopherol~0.3–0.6%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatoryAnti-agingMoisturizing

Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself

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Biotin~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Might have some moisturising properties. Is not effective when applied topically beyond some moisturizing effect

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Pyridoxine~0.3–0.55%
Key activeIrritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

Might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking. It might be irritating

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Folic acid~0.3–0.55%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-aging

Can help stimulate collagen production in skin. While available studies are promising, more research is needed to confirm the efficacy in skin

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Cyanocobalamin~0.3–0.55%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

Can support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin

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Thiamine hcl~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is studied as a mosquito repellent

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Riboflavin~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Sodium ascorbyl phosphate~0.3–0.55%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-blemishAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

A stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.55%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Hydrogenated lecithin~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.

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Panthenol~0.2–0.4%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Reduces rednessMoisturizingReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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Sodium levulinate~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Sodium stearoyl glutamate~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Butylene glycol~0.2–0.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Eclipta prostrata extract~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating

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Melia azadirachta leaf extract~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
AntibacterialAnti-blemish

A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating

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Coptis japonica extract~0.15–0.3%
Irritant · high
Melia azadirachta flower extract~0.15–0.25%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin

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Propanediol~0.15–0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Polyglyceryl-10 stearate~0.15–0.25%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps water and oil mix together and softens the upper layer of the skin

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Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Xanthan gum~0.1–0.15%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Sodium phytate~0.1–0.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to stabilize product formulations

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Inositol~0.1–0.15%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing
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Linoleic acid~0.2–0.35%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingCleansingAnti-blemish

An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores

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1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.15%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Ingredient list view

Water, C13-15 alkane, Tromethamine, 2,3-butanediol, Glycolic acid, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Betaine, Capryloyl salicylic acid, Apium graveolens extract, Asparagus officinalis extract, Lactuca scariola sativa leaf extract, Brassica oleracea italica extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Eriobotrya japonica leaf extract, Triticum vulgare sprout extract, Mentha viridis extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Vinegar, Brassica oleracea gemmifera extract, Carum petroselinum extract, Cichorium intybus leaf extract, Glycine soja seed extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Beta-carotene, Niacinamide, Tocopherol, Biotin, Pyridoxine, Folic acid, Cyanocobalamin, Thiamine hcl, Riboflavin, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Sodium hyaluronate, Hydrogenated lecithin, Panthenol, Sodium levulinate, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Butylene glycol, Eclipta prostrata extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Coptis japonica extract, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-10 stearate, Potassium sorbate, Xanthan gum, Sodium phytate, Inositol, Linoleic acid, 1,2-hexanediol

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Price$86.00$12.69−$73.31$16.81−$69.19$21.70−$64.30
Shared key ingredients—10 of 169 of 1612 of 16
Key difference—RetinolRetinalPitera
Irritancy High Medium Medium High
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Product summary

"BYROE - Celery AHA + LHA Resurfacing Serum" is effective for: Evens skin tone, Exfoliation 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 2.60% - 3.20%). 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).
  • Humectants (inositol 0.10% - 0.15%, sodium hyaluronate 0.30% - 0.55%, betaine 1.20% - 1.40% and glycerin 1.80% - 2.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.

Price

The product retails for 86.00$ in the United States.

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Sources cited in this review

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BYROE Celery AHA + LHA Resurfacing Serum
BYROECelery AHA + LHA Resurfacing Serum

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