Skintific AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution for acne-prone skin
Glycolic Acid
Salicylic Acid
Lactobionic AcidAverage
- HighCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for acne-prone skin; other products fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with acne-prone skin: breakouts, blackheads, and post-acne marks. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Offers moderate exfoliation for your acne and blemishes due to the presence of glycolic acid and salicylic acid, which help clear pores and smooth texture, making it suitable for your combination skin.
- Hyaluronic acid and panthenol provide hydration and soothing effects, supporting overall skin comfort.
- The product is safe for your acne-prone skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing components.
How to apply
- Use this exfoliant PM once a week to start, and gradually increase if your combination skin tolerates it well. Always apply SPF the next morning to protect your clear skin.
- Apply the exfoliant after cleansing and toning, but right before your moisturizer step. This ensures the treatment targets blemishes effectively.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the exfoliant into your skin without rubbing. Let it absorb for a minute before moving to the next step.
- Apply the exfoliant on clean, dry skin to help control breakouts safely. Since your skin is not sensitive, this dry application method ensures good product absorption.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area and do a patch test before your first use. Do not mix this exfoliant with other strong acids in the same routine.
People Say
★4.8Overall rating based on 100+ reviewsUsers with textured, dull, or acne-prone skin report that this peeling solution effectively exfoliates and smooths the skin surface, often delivering visible radiance after just a few uses. While many appreciate its ability to unclog pores and reduce blackheads, users frequently note a strong tingling or warming sensation upon application, which is generally considered normal but can be intense for sensitive skin.
Highlights
Smoother skin texture Mostly Mentioned
- “Kulit terasa lebih halus”
- “Smooths rough texture instantly”
- “Wajah jadi halus mulus”
Brightening and radiance Often Mentioned
- “Tampak lebih cerah”
- “Boosts radiance overnight”
- “Mengangkat kulit kusam”
Pore and blackhead reduction Often Mentioned
- “Pori tampak lebih bersih”
- “Komedo berkurang”
- “Menyamarkan tampilan pori”
Strong tingling sensation Often Mentioned
- “Panas banget di kulit”
- “Sensasi cekit-cekit”
- “Ada sensasi perih”
Fast results Sometimes Noted
- “Hasil kelihatan dalam waktu singkat”
- “Only 60 seconds needed”
- “After 1-3 uses visible difference”
Good packaging Sometimes Noted
- “Desain botol cakep”
- “Dropper berfungsi baik”
- “Packaging is fantastic”
Unpleasant scent Sometimes Noted
- “Bau jamu/rempah”
- “Wanginya agak chemical”
- “Bau kurang enak”
No visible changes Rarely Noted
- “Gada perubahan apapun”
- “Belum kelihatan hasil”
- “Literally kaya biasa aja”
Texture issues Rarely Noted
- “Teksturnya agak kental”
- “Agak lengket”
- “Thick consistency”
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Questions and answers
How well does SKINTIFIC Peeling Solution work for acne-prone skin?
This exfoliant treatment offers moderate exfoliation for your acne-prone skin, using glycolic acid and salicylic acid to help clear pores and smooth texture. Hyaluronic acid and panthenol also help provide hydration and keep your face comfortable. To fit this skin even better, an exfoliant of this type needs effective ingredients like niacinamide, propolis, or zinc PCA that target breakouts and control oiliness while keeping the skin balanced.
BioMed Research International, 2020Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
Which ingredients make this exfoliant a good fit for acne-prone skin?
Glycolic acid and salicylic acid make this exfoliant a good fit because they help clear pores and smooth texture. Hyaluronic acid and panthenol also support overall comfort by providing hydration and soothing effects. To fit acne-prone skin best, products of this type need effective ingredients like niacinamide, propolis, or zinc PCA that target breakouts and control oil while keeping skin balanced.
BioMed Research International, 2020The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
What does Glycolic Acid do for acne-prone skin?
Glycolic acid helps clear acne-prone skin by reducing pimples and breakouts. It also helps fade dark spots left behind by acne and controls skin oiliness, with very few side effects when used properly.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Dermatologic Surgery, 2014
What does Salicylic Acid do for acne-prone skin?
Salicylic acid helps clear acne-prone skin by reducing pimples and calming redness without causing many side effects. It works by dipping deep into pores to clear out blockages and control oil, making it a reliable choice for keeping skin smooth and clear.
BioMed Research International, 2020Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
Where does it go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?
It goes in the evening routine once a week to help clear pores and smooth texture on acne-prone skin, though this skin type often does better with products that include stronger blemish-clearing ingredients and soothing agents.
Can I use this exfoliant with retinol, and in what order?
It is best not to use this exfoliating treatment on the same night as your retinol, as using both active treatments together may easily dry out or irritate your skin. Instead, alternate the nights you use them, or use your retinol on another night entirely, ensuring you always follow up with a gentle moisturizer and daily sunscreen.
How often should I use it?
Start using this treatment once a week in the evening, and if your skin feels comfortable and you see good results, you may carefully use it more often. This product needs soothing ingredients like panthenol and hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid to keep acne-prone skin comfortable while clearing pores.
Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?
This exfoliant treatment is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for your acne-prone skin, as it contains glycolic acid and salicylic acid to help clear pores and smooth texture. Hyaluronic acid and panthenol also provide soothing moisture to help keep the skin comfortable.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025
Is this exfoliant fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
A moisturizer containing licochalcone A, 1,2-decanediol, L-carnitine, and salicylic acid significantly reduced noninflammatory, inflammatory, and total acne lesion counts compared to a vehicle control in Thai patients during a 12-week maintenance phase.
BioMed Research International, 2020Glycolic acid, salicylic acid, gluconolactone, and licochalcone A combined with 0.1% adapalene showed no hindrance compared to adapalene monotherapy and provided benefits in reducing complications in 25 subjects with mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019A new topical panthenol-containing emollient significantly improved transepidermal water loss reduction, stratum corneum hydration, and intercellular lipid lamellae length compared with control in healthy subjects without negatively impacting bacterial viability.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017A panthenol-enriched mask significantly decreased erythema and hyperpigmentation, increased sebum and stratum corneum moisture, and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to a saline dressing in 60 subjects undergoing facial laser treatment.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025The use of a salicylic acid-based dermocosmetic significantly reduces the needed quantity of benzoyl peroxide without impacting efficacy in mild to moderate acne, and as maintenance post-benzoyl peroxide allows a significant reduction of acne relapse compared to vehicle.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023Repeated short-contact 70% glycolic acid peels provided superior results in atrophic acne scars compared to daily low-strength glycolic acid cream or placebo in 58 women over 24 weeks.
International Journal of Dermatology, 2000Serial glycolic acid peels combined with a modified Kligman formula significantly reduced facial PIH severity in Indian patients compared to the modified Kligman formula alone.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2017Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen achieved a higher cure rate (39%) than salicylic acid (24%) and a wait-and-see approach (16%) for cutaneous warts at 13 weeks in primary care patients.
CMAJ, 2010Treatment with 2% supramolecular salicylic acid hydrogel resulted in a regression and markedly improvement rate of 51.01% compared to 43.10% for Adapaline gel in patients with mild to moderate facial acne vulgaris, showing no significant difference in efficacy.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Topical 5% benzoyl peroxide plus salicylic acid achieved the greatest lesion reduction at early 2 to 4 week time points compared to benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin, and combination benzoyl peroxide/clindamycin, while 5% benzoyl peroxide plus salicylic acid and combination benzoyl peroxide/clindamycin showed similar efficacy at 10 to 12 weeks in acne patients.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2010Lactobionic acid produced better skin performance with a lack of skin irritation and barrier impairment compared to glycolic acid in 77 healthy volunteers.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010Combining a 20% lactobionic acid peel with aluminum oxide crystal microdermabrasion increases skin hydration, improves elasticity, and decreases transepidermal water loss in 20 Caucasian females compared to lactobionic acid peel alone.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019An emulsion containing 10% lactobionic acid significantly reduces human skin surface pH without causing skin irritation or barrier impairment.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
Ingredients
Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Lactobionic Acid, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Tartaric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Water, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol, Allantoin
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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