Name: Dr Dennis Gross - Alpha Beta Exfoliating Body Treatment
Brand: Dr Dennis Gross

What can the product work for?

Works for

Anti-blemish
Anti-aging
Evens skin tone
Exfoliation
Moisturizing
Anti-oxidation

Anti-blemish

What does the product description say?

An all-over body polishing treatment that visibly improves the look of ingrown hairs, KP, and dry skin, and helps reduce the appearance of body blemishes and uneven skin tone.

Source: Sephora

This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.

In addition, this product contains bakuchiol. It can help in reducing blemishes, even though it is less effective.

The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycolic acid, zinc pca

salicylic acid 1.5% - 1.8%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: 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)

bakuchiol 0.65% - 0.95%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation

glycolic acid 4.3% - 5.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

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

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

Finished with jasmine, lavender and moisturising squalane for a youthful, lit-from-within glow.

Source: Lookfantastic

This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains bakuchiol, 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.

glycolic acid 4.3% - 5.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: 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

bakuchiol 0.65% - 0.95%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation

lactic acid 2.2% - 2.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: 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)

Evens skin tone

What does the product description say?

An all-over body polishing treatment that visibly improves the look of ingrown hairs, KP, and dry skin, and helps reduce the appearance of body blemishes and uneven skin tone.

Source: Sephora

This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: bakuchiol, glycolic acid, hydroxyethyl urea, lactic acid, salicylic 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: hexylresorcinol.

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.

lactic acid 2.2% - 2.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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)

glycolic acid 4.3% - 5.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: 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

bakuchiol 0.65% - 0.95%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation

Exfoliation

What does the product description say?

Alpha Beta Exfoliating Body Treatment

Source: 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: glycolic acid, hydroxyethyl urea, lactic acid, salicylic acid.

glycolic acid 4.3% - 5.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: 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

hydroxyethyl urea 0.25% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A derivative of urea, a compound that is naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients

lactic acid 2.2% - 2.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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)

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Finished with jasmine, lavender and moisturising squalane for a youthful, lit-from-within glow.

Source: Lookfantastic

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: copper pca, 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: squalane, linolenic acid.

zinc pca 0.2% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing

lactic acid 2.2% - 2.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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)

linolenic acid 0.5% - 0.75%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

An emollient that helps soften the skin and calm down inflammation

Anti-oxidation

This product contains antioxidants (bakuchiol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).

The following ingredients - hexylresorcinol also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.

bakuchiol 0.65% - 0.95%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation

hexylresorcinol 1.1% - 1.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

Might be helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals in skin

zinc pca 0.2% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing

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salicylic acid 1.5% - 1.8%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-blemish, Anti-inflammatory, Exfoliation, Antibacterial, Evens skin tone

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)

bakuchiol 0.65% - 0.95%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-oxidation, Anti-aging, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-blemish, Evens skin tone

A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation

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glycolic acid 4.3% - 5.3%

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Works for: Evens skin tone, Exfoliation, Anti-aging, Anti-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

salicylic acid 1.5% - 1.8%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-blemish, Anti-inflammatory, Exfoliation, Antibacterial, Evens skin tone

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)

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water 45% - 55%

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Plain old water

alcohol denat. sd alcohol 40-b 8.2% - 10%

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glycolic acid 4.3% - 5.3%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Evens skin tone, Exfoliation, Anti-aging, Anti-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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Water, Alcohol denat. sd alcohol 40-b, Glycolic acid, Potassium hydroxide, Lactic acid, Salicylic acid, Squalane, Glycerin, Hexylresorcinol, Olive oil glycereth-8 esters, Bakuchiol, Bromelain, Papain, Phytic acid, Linoleic acid, Linolenic acid, Soy isoflavones, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Saccharide isomerate, Sodium hyaluronate, Salix alba bark extract, Phospholipids, Copper pca, Zinc pca, Hydroxyethyl urea, Disodium edta, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Maltodextrin, Hamamelis virginiana water, Menthone glycerin acetal, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Jasminum officinale flower/leaf extract, Eugenia caryophyllus flower extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Lavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic acid

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Key ingredients	salicylic acid bakuchiol +13 more	Common: salicylic acid lactic acid +8 more Other: lactobionic acid ceramide eop +17 more	Common: salicylic acid lactic acid +5 more Other: panthenol helianthus annuus seed oil +8 more	Common: salicylic acid glycolic acid +2 more Other: tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate helianthus annuus seed oil	Common: salicylic acid glycolic acid +2 more Other:	Common: salicylic acid glycolic acid +1 more Other: niacinamide	Common: salicylic acid bakuchiol +2 more Other: niacinamide betaine +2 more	Common: salicylic acid glycolic acid +1 more Other: niacinamide	Common: salicylic acid bakuchiol +3 more Other: cyclopentasiloxane dimethicone +7 more	Common: salicylic acid bakuchiol +2 more Other: 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid ectoin +1 more	Common: salicylic acid bakuchiol +1 more Other: retinol niacinamide +5 more
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Potential Irritants	lavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract Has skin benefit? eugenia caryophyllus flower extract Has skin benefit? +20 more	chamomilla recutita flower extract Has skin benefit? phenol Has skin benefit? +27 more	citrus limon fruit extract Has skin benefit? citrus aurantium amara fruit extract Has skin benefit? +16 more	parfum Has skin benefit? salicylic acid Has skin benefit? +10 more	salicylic acid Has skin benefit? glycolic acid Has skin benefit? +3 more	hamamelis virginiana water Has skin benefit? chamomilla recutita flower extract Has skin benefit? +13 more	linalool Has skin benefit? citral Has skin benefit? +18 more	hamamelis virginiana leaf water Has skin benefit? salicylic acid Has skin benefit? +7 more	parfum Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +9 more	limonene Has skin benefit? alpha-isomethyl ionone Has skin benefit? +13 more	parfum Has skin benefit? kojic acid Has skin benefit? +13 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? alcohol denat. sd alcohol 40-b Has skin benefit? +37 more	water Has skin benefit? glycolic acid Has skin benefit? +64 more	water Has skin benefit? glycolic acid Has skin benefit? +42 more	water Has skin benefit? lactic acid Has skin benefit? +26 more	sd alcohol 40-b Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +9 more	water Has skin benefit? lactic acid Has skin benefit? +24 more	water Has skin benefit? lactic acid Has skin benefit? +30 more	water Has skin benefit? lactic acid Has skin benefit? +14 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-13 alkyl lactate Has skin benefit? +31 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +26 more	water Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +28 more

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Dr Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Exfoliating Body Treatment

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Anti-oxidation

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