SkinFix

Resurface+ AHA BHA Enzyme Exfoliating Pads.

Masks & Peels

About this product

Exfoliating pads with glycolic acid, lactic acid, salicylic acid, niacinamide, and fruit enzymes designed to remove dead skin and improve texture and clarity.

Full ingredients

Water/Eau, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide, Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract, Lactobacillus/Pumpkin Fruit Ferment Filtrate, Bromelain, Papain, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Tocopherol, Polydextrose, Dextrin, Amylopectin, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Propanediol, Maltodextrin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid, Potassium Sorbate

Guru Score

82%

Yay

Early verdict · Few reviews so far

2Gurus

2Yay

0Mixed

0Nay

What the gurus are saying

These pads pack multiple exfoliating actives (glycolic, lactic, and salicylic acids plus enzymes) in percentages the brand discloses upfront, and gurus find them noticeably gentler than single-acid alternatives despite the strong lineup. The niacinamide helps buffer the sting, making them tolerable even for sensitive skin. They're a favorite for smoothing texture, tackling uneven tone, and even removing sunless tanner streaks, though the price is higher than budget alternatives, dermatologists suggest starting cheaper unless you know you want the extra soothing.

Synthesized from 2 expert reviews · most recent take March 2022

Best for

Oily skin Acne-prone skin

Type

Masks & PeelsWipes & pads

Key actives

Niacinamide Salicylic acid (BHA)AHAVitamin E

Formula notes

Fragrance-freeNo drying alcohol

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What the gurus are saying.

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Mixed Makeup

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✓Yay

"They have salicylic acid, glycolic acid, and niacinamide, which is a really great combination of effective ingredients. It's a very necessary product that I'm surprised we don't see a lot more of on the market. These pads are great because they're nice and large, they feel really good on the skin, and they don't feel like they're stripping on the skin either. If you have smudge sunless tanner with that streaky look, you can just take the pad and rub it over that area, and the more you use it you can really quickly get rid of that smudge look. They're really key for people that use a lot of sunless tanner like I do, but they're also great if you have KP on the back of your arms or if you want to reduce any kinds of ingrown hairs, because you can really target those areas that you want to focus on."

The Budget Dermatologist

723k subs

✓Yay

"The Skinfix Resurface+ Enzyme Exfoliating Pads have more ingredients compared to the L'Oreal option. These ingredients help offset that tingling feeling associated with the glycolic acid, so I find these a bit more tolerable to use. It has a strong acid content in it including five percent glycolic acid, five percent lactic acid, and two percent salicylic acid, and it has niacinamide as well."

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"Another option for a peel pad comes at a higher price point, the SkinFix Resurface Plus Enzyme Exfoliating Pads. This product is more complex than the L'Oreal option and on my skin it really is a little bit easier to tolerate. It has 5 percent glycolic acid, 5 percent lactic acid, 2 percent salicylic acid and it contains niacinamide so it's very soothing. Depending on your budget both are great options."

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"SkinFix exfoliating pads initially interested me because of the variety of acids it has in it and they actually tell us the percentage of each. This has 5 percent glycolic acid, 5 percent lactic acid, 2 percent salicylic acid, 2 percent niacinamide, and a 2 percent fruit enzyme blend that also acts as an exfoliant. I also love using this because unlike the L'Oreal one, this does not feel as stinging or tingly on my skin, so this is overall a more pleasant experience for me. However, this is far from cheap, which is why I first gave you the budget friendly option which is plenty good. You do not need to start here with this SkinFix product, but since I use this and love it, I am going to put it on your radar in case you are looking for another option."

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"These peel pads have ten percent glycolic and lactic acids, two percent salicylic acid, and two percent niacinamide. Not only are all of those ingredients a great treatment for acne, but they are so good for uneven skin texture or dull complexion. I use these several times a week to improve my own skin cell turnover and keep a smooth texture on my skin. These are very tolerable for me even though I have sensitive skin, and they have drastically changed my skin overall. It's one of my favorite products lately, and I think it's a great addition to an over-the-counter acne skincare routine a few times weekly."

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

Alpha hydroxy acids

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.

Source: NIH, National Library of Medicine

Frequently asked.

What is SkinFix Resurface+ AHA BHA Enzyme Exfoliating Pads?

Exfoliating pads with glycolic acid, lactic acid, salicylic acid, niacinamide, and fruit enzymes designed to remove dead skin and improve texture and clarity.

Is SkinFix Resurface+ AHA BHA Enzyme Exfoliating Pads worth it?

Yes. All 2 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 82%.

What is SkinFix Resurface+ AHA BHA Enzyme Exfoliating Pads's Guru Score?

SkinFix Resurface+ AHA BHA Enzyme Exfoliating Pads holds a Guru Score of 82%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 2 expert reviewers we have collected.