e.l.f.

Triple Acid Resurfacing Serum.

Serums

About this product

A lightweight exfoliating serum containing salicylic acid to target blackheads, PHA for gentle exfoliation, and tranexamic acid to help even skin tone and reduce post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

Full ingredients

Water (Aqua), Niacinamide, Lactobionic Acid, Tranexamic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin

Guru Score

74%

Mixed

Early verdict · Few reviews so far

2Gurus

1Approved

0Mixed

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What they liked

Gentle despite triple acid blend
Reasonably priced

What they flagged

Underwhelming results

What the gurus are saying

This harsh-sounding triple acid serum works surprisingly gently. However, experts split on whether it delivers results: some found it underwhelming while others praised its targeted benefits and ease on skin. Salicylic acid tackles blackheads, PHA provides gentle exfoliation, and tranexamic acid helps even skin tone and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. E.l.f.'s broader skincare line earns recognition for solid value.

Synthesized from 2 expert reviews · most recent take May 2025

Type

Serums

Key actives

Niacinamide Salicylic acid (BHA)

Formula notes

Fragrance-freeNo drying alcohol

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What the gurus are saying.

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Dr Dray

2.68M subs

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"A little blah. I would not repurchase it."

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"A little blah. I would not repurchase it."

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"I've been pretty happy with this line you know it's reasonably priced e.l.f. is killing it as far as both makeup and Skin Care"

James Welsh

1.58M subs

~Approved

"Their Triple Acid Resurfacing Serum sounds crazy harsh with triple acid, but it's really nice and gentle. In this serum we have salicylic acid great for blackheads, PHA which is a very gentle kind of AHA alternative, and tranexamic acid which is great for evening out skin tone and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and all helping prevent breakouts. So yes, I'm looking forward to using this more as an exfoliating step in my routine."

What the evidence says.

Independent of what the gurus think, this is what the published research supports about the main active ingredients here.

Niacinamide

Niacinamide has evidence behind it for redness, uneven tone and supporting the skin barrier, and it is usually well tolerated even by skin that reacts to most things.

Source: DermNet

Salicylic acid

Salicylic acid dissolves in oil, so it can get into a pore rather than just working on the surface. That is why it has long-standing evidence for blackheads and milder acne.

Source: DermNet

Tranexamic acid

Tranexamic acid has a growing body of clinical evidence for melasma and the stubborn patches of pigment that other ingredients struggle with.

Source: DermNet

Frequently asked.

What is e.l.f. Triple Acid Resurfacing Serum?

A lightweight exfoliating serum containing salicylic acid to target blackheads, PHA for gentle exfoliation, and tranexamic acid to help even skin tone and reduce post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

Is e.l.f. Triple Acid Resurfacing Serum worth it?

The gurus mostly approve it, but with enough reservations to keep it in the middle at a Guru Score of 74%.

What is e.l.f. Triple Acid Resurfacing Serum's Guru Score?

e.l.f. Triple Acid Resurfacing Serum holds a Guru Score of 74%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 2 expert reviewers we have collected.