Wildcrafted Organics Wild Lime Fruit Acid Peel
Works for
ExfoliationLactic acid, Glycolic acid + 2 moreWorks well
“Wild Lime Fruit Acid Peel”
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, lactic acid.
MoisturizingSaccharide isomerate, Glycerin + 4 moreWorks
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, lactic acid.
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).
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · Lactic acid, Glycolic acid + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid, lactic 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.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Lactic acid, Glycolic acid + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: lactic 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-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Tartaric acid, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractMay help
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Microcitrus australis fruit extract, Citrus aurantifolia oil + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~23–34%
- 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 juiceGlycerin~3.2–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinSaccharide isomerate~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateWater~3.3–4.9%
Lactic acid~2.3–3.5%
- 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 acidGlycolic acid~1.6–2.3%
- 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 acidMicrocitrus australis fruit extract~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantifolia oil~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Microcitrus australasica fruit extract~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Most likely used for its fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Microcitrus australasica fruit extractCitrus aurantifolia oil~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus glauca fruit extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantifolia oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractSaccharum officinarum extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractCitric 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 acidCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractCitrus limon fruit extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractAcer saccharum extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that contains small percentage of AHAs. Is unlikely to have any skin benefit due the small concentration of the active compounds
More about Acer saccharum extractTartaric acid~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Tartaric acidMalic acid~0.1–0.5%
Citrus aurantifolia peel oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Benzyl alcohol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholSalicylic acid~0.1–0.35%
- 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 acidAlcohol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholSorbic acid~0.05–0.3%
Ingredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Glycerin, Saccharide isomerate, Unknown, Water, Lactic acid, Glycolic acid, Microcitrus australis fruit extract, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Microcitrus australasica fruit extract, Unknown, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Citrus glauca fruit extract, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Unknown, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Citric acid, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Acer saccharum extract, Tartaric acid, Malic acid, Citrus aurantifolia peel oil, Benzyl alcohol, Salicylic acid, Alcohol, Sorbic acid, Unknown
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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.
| Wildcrafted OrganicsWild Lime Fruit Acid PeelYOUR PRODUCT | Clark's Botanical7-Acid Daily Glow Peel | Paula's choice25% AHA + 2% BHA Exfoliant Peel | Dr Dennis GrossClinical Grade Resurfacing Liquid Peel 2-step | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 95% | 93% | 92% |
| Price | $89.00 | $80.00−$9.00 | $45.00−$44.00 | $20.00−$69.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 7 | 5 of 7 | 6 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Glycyrrhetinic Acid | Hexanoyl Dipeptide-3 Norleucine Acetate |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Wildcrafted Organics - Wild Lime Fruit Acid Peel" 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 (glycolic acid 1.60% - 2.30% and lactic acid 2.30% - 3.50%). 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 (lactic acid 2.30% - 3.50%, saccharide isomerate 4.00% - 6.00% and glycerin 3.20% - 4.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 18 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 4
- 5Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6
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