The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow-Revealing Liquid Peel
Works for
Evens skin tone3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidMay help
“Helps to even the look of skin tone and texture”
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Gently exfoliates for more radiant, even-looking skin.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Myrciaria dubia fruit extractMay help
This product contains antioxidants (3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is some human evidence for this effect in skin, though it is smaller or less consistent than the evidence for the best antioxidants.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Glycerin, Propylene glycol + 1 moreWorks
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, propylene 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: Alcohol denat., Parfum + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.2–6.2%
- 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 GlycerinAlcohol denat.~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Carbomer~2.7–4.1%
- 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 CarbomerPalmitamidopropyltrimonium chloride~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propylene glycol~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolPpg-26-buteth-26~1.4–2.1%
Polyglyceryl-4 caprate~1.2–1.8%
Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 caprylatePeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilParfum~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about Limonene3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidCitric acid~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidBenzyl salicylate~0.1–0.45%
Myrciaria dubia fruit extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Myrciaria dubia fruit extractLinalool~0.05–0.25%
Benzyl alcohol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholAloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.05–0.15%
- 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 juice powderIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Alcohol denat., Carbomer, Palmitamidopropyltrimonium chloride, Propylene glycol, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Parfum, Limonene, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Citric acid, Benzyl salicylate, Myrciaria dubia fruit extract, Linalool, Benzyl alcohol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder
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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.
| The Body ShopVitamin C Glow-Revealing Liquid PeelYOUR PRODUCT | SkintechPeel2Glow Brightening and Filling 2 | Wish FormulaBubble Bubble Chef Cushion: Peeling Pad 1pc + Peeling Base X 4 | Comfort ZoneSublime Skin Peel Pad | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 67% | 66% | 64% |
| Price | $34.00 | — | $18.70−$15.30 | $50.26+$16.26 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate | Glycolic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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