Peter Thomas Roth FirmX Peeling Gel
Works for
ExfoliationLactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extractNot delivered
“This gentle exfoliating peeling gel visibly rolls, lifts and removes surface impurities and debris, unclogging pores and uncovering fresh, smooth-looking skin.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit waterMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Peg-32~4.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-32Cellulose~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CelluloseButylene glycol~2.7–4.1%
- 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 glycolCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit water~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sorbitol~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolAnanas sativus fruit extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
More about Ananas sativus fruit extractLactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme-based exfoliant
More about Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extractCitric acid~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidGlycerin~0.95–1.4%
- 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 GlycerinSodium hyaluronate~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSodium hydroxide~0.45–1%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateIsopropyl myristate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateCarbomer~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerTetrasodium edta~0.05–0.25%
Mica~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaPhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Peg-32, Cellulose, Butylene glycol, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit water, Sorbitol, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, Citric acid, Glycerin, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium hydroxide, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Isopropyl myristate, Carbomer, Tetrasodium edta, Mica, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| Peter Thomas RothFirmX Peeling GelYOUR PRODUCT | ROUND LAB1025 Dokdo Peeling Gel | MediFlowerGrain Mild Peeling Gel | CliniqueLiquid Facial Soap Tube | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 41% | 36% | 34% |
| Price | $49.00 | $16.80−$32.20 | $8.42−$40.58 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Lactobionic Acid | Betaine | Urea |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Peter Thomas Roth - FirmX Peeling Gel" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.55% - 1.30% and glycerin 0.50% - 1.15%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 15.00£ up to 809.00£ in the United Kingdom, for 59.75CA$ in Canada, from 74.00A$ up to 81.31A$ in Australia, from 40.00$ up to 48.00$ in the United States and for 84.00NZ$ in New Zealand.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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