The Ordinary AHA 30% and BHA 2% Peeling Solution Duo

Name: The Ordinary - AHA 30% and BHA 2% Peeling Solution Duo
Brand: The Ordinary

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WORKS FOR

Anti-aging
Exfoliation
Moisturizing
Evens skin tone
Anti-blemish
Anti-oxidation
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KEY INGREDIENTS

glycolic acid
salicylic acid
lactic acid
panthenol
glycerin
sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer
tartaric acid
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PROMISES
FULFILLED

100 /100

IRRITANCY

LOW

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Formula review

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What does the product description say?

"Anything but ordinary, the peeling solution unites AHAs and BHAs to offer deep exfoliation and help battle blemishes for improved skin radiance."

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WIMJ summary

This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. 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

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
salicylic acid	HIGH
glycolic acid	MEDIUM

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What does the product description say?

"Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) exfoliate the skin’s topmost layer for a brighter, more even appearance, while beta hydroxy acids (BHAs) exfoliate the skin more deeply to clear pore congestion – together, they radically improve the appearance of the skin’s texture and reduce the look of fine lines."

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WIMJ summary

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.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
glycolic acid	HIGH
lactic acid	MEDIUM

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This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid, salicylic 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.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
glycolic acid	HIGH
salicylic acid	LOW
lactic acid	HIGH

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What does the product description say?

"AHA 30% and BHA 2% Peeling Solution Duo"

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WIMJ summary

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, salicylic acid.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
glycolic acid	HIGH
salicylic acid	HIGH
tartaric acid	MEDIUM

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"Topped off with hydrating hyaluronic acid, the mask promotes the look of fresh, balanced skin."

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This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer.

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).

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
panthenol	HIGH
sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer	HIGH
glycerin	HIGH

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This product contains antioxidants (tartaric acid) 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.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
tartaric acid	MEDIUM

Potential irritants

IRRITANCY

LOW

Ingredient	Irritancy	Skin Benefit
glycolic acid
aloe barbadensis leaf water
cocamidopropyl dimethylamine

Ingredients by volume

Ingredient	Estimated concentration
glycolic acid 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	22% - 33%
water Plain old water	12% - 18%
aloe barbadensis leaf water Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but data on its effectiveness is lacking. While the majority of the content is plain water, it can contain some goodies like vitamins, enzymes, minerals, and humectants that help attract water into the skin	5.1% - 7.7%
sodium hydroxide Used to adjust the product's pH	3.5% - 5.3%
daucus carota sativa extract	2.4% - 3.6%
propanediol Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin	1.9% - 2.9%
cocamidopropyl dimethylamine Helps oil and water mix together. Can work as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating	1.5% - 2.3%
salicylic acid 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)	0.9% - 1.35%
lactic acid 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 microbiom)	1.2% - 1.8%
tartaric acid An AHA (alpha-hydroxy acid). It oxidizes quickly which makes it less effective in skincare formulations. It can support skin's barrier and moisture levels	1% - 1.5%
citric acid Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH	0.8% - 1.2%
panthenol Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function	0.55% - 1.25%
sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin	0.5% - 1.15%
tasmannia lanceolata fruit/leaf extract	0.45% - 1.05%
glycerin One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant	0.45% - 1%
pentylene glycol Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture	0.45% - 1%
xanthan gum Used to create a thicker product consistency	0.2% - 0.75%
polysorbate 20 Helps oil and water mix together	0.2% - 0.75%
trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate Used to improve stability of the formulation	0.1% - 0.45%
potassium sorbate A preservative	0.1% - 0.35%
sodium benzoate A preservative	0.1% - 0.35%
ethylhexylglycerin A preservative	0.05% - 0.25%
1,2-hexanediol A preservative	0.05% - 0.25%
caprylyl glycol Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture	0.1% - 0.35%
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