Works for
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Gluconolactone + 1 moreWorks well
“This exfoliating solution enriched with 17% AHA clears skin of dead skin cells for smooth and radiant skin.”
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.
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, Glycolic acid + 2 moreWorks well
“Peeling product contains salicylic acid (BHA) to purify pores.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycolic acid
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Niacinamide, Ceramide np + 10 moreWorks well
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:
glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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, olea europaea fruit oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, niacinamide
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Glycolic acid, Niacinamide + 2 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid, niacinamide.
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.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · Glycolic acid, Niacinamide + 2 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid, niacinamide
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy15 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycolic acid~5.1–7.7%
- 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 acidPotassium hydroxide17%
Butylene glycol~3.6–5.3%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~2.7–4%
- 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 Glycerin1,2-hexanediol~1.1–1.6%
Niacinamide~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamidePyrus malus fruit extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractSolanum lycopersicum fruit extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Gardenia florida fruit extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating.
More about Gardenia florida fruit extractTheobroma cacao extract~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Beta vulgaris root extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some antioxidant properties, but mostly used in cosmetics for its color
More about Beta vulgaris root extractCapsicum annuum fruit extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Pepper extract. Might be able to help neutralize free radicals
More about Capsicum annuum fruit extractMalpighia emarginata fruit extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Punica granatum fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant properties
More about Punica granatum fruit extractRubus idaeus fruit extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Rubus idaeus fruit extractVaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A berry extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extractGluconolactone~0.2–0.8%
- 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 GluconolactoneSalicylic acid~0.2–0.75%
- 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 acidDextrin~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinXanthan gum~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPropanediol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHydrolyzed pea protein~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lecithin~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinOlea europaea fruit oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilSqualane~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneButyrospermum parkii butter~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterCeramide np~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npDisodium edta~0.05–0.1%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycolic acid, Potassium hydroxide, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, Niacinamide, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Solanum lycopersicum fruit extract, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Theobroma cacao extract, Beta vulgaris root extract, Capsicum annuum fruit extract, Malpighia emarginata fruit extract, Punica granatum fruit extract, Rubus idaeus fruit extract, Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract, Gluconolactone, Salicylic acid, Dextrin, Xanthan gum, Propanediol, Sodium hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed pea protein, Unknown, Lecithin, Olea europaea fruit oil, Squalane, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Ceramide np, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin
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| SKIN 1004.ZOMBIE BEAUTY Bloody PeelYOUR PRODUCT | Zombie BeautyBloody Peel | CeraVeBlemish Control Gel Moisturiser with 2% Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide for Blemish-Prone Skin | BeautyBioSwipe & Glow Peel Pads | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 99% | 86% | 84% |
| Price | $11.75 | $22.20+$10.45 | $11.89 | $54.17+$42.42 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 8 | 6 of 8 | 5 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Phytosterols | Lactic Acid | Arginine |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"SKIN 1004 - ZOMBIE BEAUTY Bloody Peel" is effective for: Exfoliation, Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Evens skin tone and Anti-blemish
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (1.70% - 2.50%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Exfoliating acids (glycolic acid 5.10% - 7.70%). In this concentration, they will have a noticeable exfoliating effect. They can also have an anti-aging effect and stimulate collagen production in a long-run. PHAs (gluconolactone 0.20% - 0.80%) in this product also work for improving skin hydration. They might be even able to stimulate the production of skin's natural humectants and support the healthy skin microbiome.
- Ceramides (ceramide np 0.10% - 0.30%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.15% - 0.50% and glycerin 2.70% - 4.00%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 19.50A$ in Australia and for 11.75$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 29 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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