
About this product
A lightweight AHA exfoliating solution with 15% glycolic acid blended with lactic, mandelic, malic, and phytic acids, plus enzymes, designed to chemically exfoliate and smooth skin texture on face and body.
Full ingredients
Water (Aqua), Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Glycerin, Propanediol, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, C13-14 Isoalkane, C11-12 Isoalkane, Phytic Acid, Malic Acid, Mandelic Acid, Lactic Acid, Lipase, Protease, Squalane, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, C15-23 Alkane, Hydroxyacetophenone, Phenoxyethanol, Tricaprylin, Glyceryl Oleate, Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate, Tetradecane, C13-14 Alkane, Decyl Glucoside, Maltodextrin, Xanthan Gum, Lecithin, Sclerotium Gum, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Carrageenan, Silica
Guru Score
Yay
7 experts · Strong agreementWhat they liked
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What the gurus are saying
This 15% glycolic acid peel delivers visible smoothing and brightness within hours, but it is notably potent and not for those new to acids or with easily irritated skin. Gurus praise its size and value (226 ml for $23), its multi-acid and enzyme blend that tackles congestion and dead skin buildup, and its fast results on texture and pores when used two to three times weekly. The one thing to keep in mind: if you have sensitive skin or have never used glycolic acid before, gurus suggest starting with a brief rinse-off approach (10 to 30 seconds, building up) or skipping this entirely in favour of a gentler cleanser, since the 15% concentration is considerably spicier than many drugstore options.
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Independent of what the gurus think, this is what the published research supports about the main active ingredients here.
Alpha hydroxy acids loosen the bonds holding dead cells at the surface. The evidence supports smoother texture and more even tone over time, and they can leave skin more sensitive to sun.
Ingredients like these draw water into the surface layers and slow how fast it leaves. The evidence is for comfort, softness and hydration rather than for changing the structure of the skin.
Source: DermNet
A lightweight AHA exfoliating solution with 15% glycolic acid blended with lactic, mandelic, malic, and phytic acids, plus enzymes, designed to chemically exfoliate and smooth skin texture on face and body.
Mostly yes. 6 of the 7 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 84%.
Prequel Multi-Acid Milk Peel AHA Exfoliating Solution holds a Guru Score of 84%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 7 expert reviewers we have collected. At least one expert has named it a Top Pick in its category.
Prequel Multi-Acid Milk Peel AHA Exfoliating Solution is generally suited to oily skin, combination skin and acne-prone skin.
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