Comfort Zone Body Strategist Peel Scrub
Works for
ExfoliationGluconolactone, Glycolic acidWorks well
“This dual-action exfoliator features natural silica particles to provide a mechanical exfoliation, helping to remove dead skin cells to banish roughness and unwanted texture.”
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: gluconolactone, glycolic acid.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Gluconolactone, Glycolic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains gluconolactone, glycolic 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.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Panthenol, Gluconolactone + 2 moreWorks well
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": panthenol.
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: panthenol
Evens skin toneSide benefit the brand mentions · Gluconolactone, Glycolic acidWorks well
“Orange Peel and 10% Alpha-Polyhydroxy acids provide a chemical exfoliation, helping to prevent dullness and reveal brighter, more radiant skin.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: gluconolactone, glycolic 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 · GluconolactoneMay help
This product contains antioxidants (gluconolactone) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium amara peel powder, ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Gluconolactone~5.1–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneSilica~3.9–5.9%
Glycolic acid~2.7–4.1%
- 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 acidCitrus aurantium amara peel powder~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Panthenol~1.6–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSodium hydroxide~1.2–1.7%
Xanthan gum~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumOctyldodecanol~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolDisodium edta~0.15–0.65%
Sclerotium gum~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumLecithin~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinPullulan~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Gluconolactone, Silica, Glycolic acid, Citrus aurantium amara peel powder, Panthenol, Sodium hydroxide, Xanthan gum, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Octyldodecanol, Disodium edta, Sclerotium gum, Lecithin, Pullulan, Ethylhexylglycerin
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Comfort ZoneBody Strategist Peel ScrubYOUR PRODUCT | RevueleLIQUID FACIAL EXFOLIANT 9 % AHA/BHA/PHA BLEND | No7Glycolic Exfoliating Pads | SkintegraLumion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 55% | 55% | 54% |
| Price | $66.00 | — | $33.40−$32.60 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Allantoin | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Comfort Zone - Body Strategist Peel Scrub" is effective for: Exfoliation, Anti-aging, Moisturizing and Evens skin tone
Ingredient callouts
- Exfoliating acids (glycolic acid 2.70% - 4.10%). In this concentration, they will have a noticeable exfoliating effect. They can also have an anti-aging effect and stimulate collagen production in a long-run. PHAs (gluconolactone 5.10% - 7.60%) in this product also work for improving skin hydration. They might be even able to stimulate the production of skin's natural humectants and support the healthy skin microbiome.
- Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 1.60% - 2.30% concentration. In this concentration, Panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
- Humectants (panthenol 1.60% - 2.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 55.18$ in the United States and for 37.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
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