e.l.f. Cosmetics SuperBrighten Peel Pads
Works for
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Zinc gluconateWorks well
“SuperBrighten Peel Pads”
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.
Evens skin toneGlycolic acid, Zinc gluconateWorks well
“Made for daily use, the non-abrasive formula is infused with Alpha Hydroxy Acids plus Citrus and Papaya Extracts that gently exfoliate dull skin, unveiling a brighter, more radiant complexion.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: 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-agingSide benefit · Glycolic acid, Zinc gluconateWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains 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 · Sodium pca, Saccharum officinarum extract + 3 moreWorks
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": sodium pca, butylene glycol.
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Citrus limon peel oil, Hamamelis virginiana extract + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Butylene glycol~5.7–8.5%
- 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 glycolPentylene glycol~3.8–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolSodium pca~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaCitrus limon peel oil~1.9–2.8%
Hamamelis virginiana extract~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractCarica papaya leaf extract~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Acer saccharum extract~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that contains small percentage of AHAs. Is unlikely to have any skin benefit due the small concentration of the active compounds
More about Acer saccharum extractCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.85–1.3%
- 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 extractCitrus limon fruit extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractSaccharum officinarum extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractVaccinium myrtillus fruit/leaf extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Zinc gluconate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Zinc gluconateBisabolol~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololGlycolic acid~0.15–0.6%
- 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 acid1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.4%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.45%
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilPpg-26-buteth-26~0.05–0.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium benzoate~0.05–0.15%
Disodium edta~0.01–0.05%
Sodium hydroxide~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Sodium pca, Citrus limon peel oil, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Carica papaya leaf extract, Acer saccharum extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit/leaf extract, Zinc gluconate, Bisabolol, Glycolic acid, 1,2-hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium benzoate, Disodium edta, Sodium hydroxide
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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.
| e.l.f. CosmeticsSuperBrighten Peel PadsYOUR PRODUCT | Radical SkincareAge-Defying Exfoliating Pads | e.l.f. Cosmeticse.f. SuperTone With Fruit Acid | Eve LomRescue Peel Pads x 60 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 60% | 59% | 59% |
| Price | — | $17.00 | — | $49.93 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Glycerin | Lactobionic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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