Works for
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Lactic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“Glow Peel Pads x 60 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, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract + 2 moreWorks well
“Improves skin tone and texture A soothing and energising plant extract Key Ingredients Glycolic acid (20%) that exfoliates and illuminates Arginine that protects the skin Soothing and moisturising rose water Directions not available Ingredients”
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: glycyrrhiza glabra root 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.
MoisturizingGlycerin, Arginine + 4 moreWorks
“An intense treatment that boosts your skin texture and tone, while balancing and moisturising.”
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:
arginine, 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: arginine, caprylyl glycol.
Anti-blemishGlycolic acid, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract + 3 moreNot delivered
“Reduces and eliminates visible pores.”
This product contains ingredients (glycolic acid) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Glycolic acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice + 3 moreWorks 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.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract + 2 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (ginkgo biloba leaf extract) 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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Glycolic acid, Rosa damascena flower extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycolic acid20%
- 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 acidAminomethyl propanol~6.9–10.3%
Glycerin~3.5–5.3%
- 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 GlycerinRosa damascena flower extract~2.7–4%
Decyl glucoside~2.3–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideHamamelis virginiana water~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterAloe barbadensis leaf juice~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceArginine~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineTocopherol~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.8–1.2%
- 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 filtrateGinkgo biloba leaf extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
More about Ginkgo biloba leaf extractGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractLactic acid~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- 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)
More about Lactic acidSalicylic acid~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- 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)
More about Salicylic acidSodium ascorbyl phosphate~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphateCaprylhydroxamic acid~0.1–0.5%
Benzoic acid~0.1–0.4%
Propanediol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCaprylyl glycol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.15%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Glycolic acid, Aminomethyl propanol, Glycerin, Rosa damascena flower extract, Decyl glucoside, Hamamelis virginiana water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Arginine, Tocopherol, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Lactic acid, Salicylic acid, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Benzoic acid, Propanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol
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| PixiGlow Peel Pads x 60 PadsYOUR PRODUCT | BarefacedToning Pads II | Deviant SkincareGentle Resurfacing Liquid | Pacifica BeautyGlow Baby Brightening Peel Pads | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 95% | 91% | 91% |
| Price | — | $52.00 | $52.00 | $12.35 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 7 | 5 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Gluconolactone | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Pixi - Glow Peel Pads x 60 Pads" is effective for: Exfoliation, Evens skin tone 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
- Exfoliating acids (lactic acid 0.35% - 0.80% and glycolic acid 20.00% (declared)). 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. Lactic Acid can also help to attract water to the upper layer (works as a humectant).
- Humectants (glycerin 3.50% - 5.30% and arginine 1.20% - 1.80%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Pixi" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 24.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 22 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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