Exfoliating pads featuring our award-winning retinoid, AlphaRet, a unique technology that is made up of a combination of a retinoid and an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), along with a triple-acid blend of glycolic, lactic and salicylic acid, in individually packaged pads.
Why You'll Love It: Additional exfoliation, improvement in the appearance of skin smoothness, clarity, lines and wrinkles.
All skinbetter science products are dermatologist tested, paraben free, fragrance free, dye free, and cruelty free.
This patented, triple-acid (glycolic, lactic and salicylic) formulation, enhanced with our patented retinoid, AlphaRet, exfoliates skin, leaving it smooth and bright.
Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, pores, and rough patches.
Lactic acid moisturizes while exfoliating to support hyaluronic acid.
Supports exfoliation and removes dead skin to help prevent clogged pores.
Proprietary combination of AlphaRet and a triple-acid complex (glycolic, lactic and salicylic) provides additional exfoliation and skin rejuvenation benefits.
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Use as part of your evening skincare regimen up to three times per week.
After cleansing, gently apply to skin in small, circular motions to the face, neck, and décolleté. Can be applied all over the face, avoiding the lip and eye areas.
Do not rinse after application.
Wait a few minutes after application before applying other skincare.
Protect with sunbetter sunscreen during the day for additional skincare benefits.
Sunburn Alert: This product contains an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that may increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use a sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards. Caution: This product contains retinoid in a topical form. If you are pregnant, lactating or planning to become pregnant, consult a physician before use. If using more than one exfoliating product, irritation may occur.
KEY INGREDIENTS
AlphaRet: a unique combination of a retinoid and an AHA (lactic acid).
Lactic Acid: an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that promotes exfoliation while providing moisturization.
Glycolic Acid: an AHA that promotes exfoliation.
Salicylic Acid: a beta hydroxy acid (BHA) that helps reduce the appearance of pores.
Please refer to the ingredient list on the product packaging for the most updated list of ingredients.
FAQ - M008
Answers to your frequently asked questions.
AlphaRet Exfoliating Peel Pads combine the patented AlphaRet molecule with a proprietary triple acid blend in a balanced ratio (including lactic acid) intended to exfoliate while drawing moisture back into the skin. These ingredients work together to help improve the appearance of skin clarity, uneven or discolored skin, and dull, rough, oily, or blemish-prone skin. The pads were tested three times per week in the evening.
AlphaRet Exfoliating Peel Pads are intended for photodamaged or photoaged skin, and for concerns including uneven or discolored skin and dull, rough, oily, or blemish-prone skin. AlphaRet Exfoliating Peel Pads were tested in a diverse population (N=22) that included subjects from the following ethnicities: 30% African American, 35% Caucasian, 26% Hispanic, and 9% Native American.
AlphaRet Exfoliating Peel Pads were tested with evening application three times a week. We recommend starting with three times per week usage, with the flexibility to increase frequency depending on the skincare needs of the patient. We recommend patients consult with their physician or skin care specialist to determine suitable application based on an individual’s specific skincare needs and current skincare regimen.
No. AlphaRet Exfoliating Peel Pads are a leave-on product and should not be rinsed off.
Generally, products are applied in order of lightest to heaviest consistency. If employing the skinbetter science regimen, the order of application in the evening would be as follows:
Cleanser
AlphaRet Exfoliating Peel Pads (up to 3X per week, PM only)
InterFuse® Intensive Treatment LINES
InterFuse® Treatment Cream EYE
Alto Defense Serum
Even Tone Correcting Serum
AlphaRet® Overnight Cream (PM only)
InterFuse® Treatment Cream FACE & NECK
Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment or Hydration Boosting Cream (as needed)
AlphaRet Exfoliating Peel Pads and AlphaRet Overnight Cream contain alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) that may increase your skin’s sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use of a sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards.
AlphaRet Exfoliating Peel Pads contain a proprietary blend used for chemical exfoliation including alpha hydroxy acids (lactic acid and glycolic acid) and one beta hydroxy acid (salicylic acid). The triple-acid complex included in AlphaRet Exfoliating Peel Pads is ~20%.
AlphaRet Exfoliating Peel Pads have not been tested for use post-procedurally. We recommend consulting with a physician or skin care specialist to determine suitability based on an individual’s skincare needs.
AlphaRet Exfoliating Peel Pads contain alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) that may increase your skin’s sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards.
Results
Results
BEFORE / AFTER 3 WEEKS
BEFORE / AFTER 3 WEEKS
Before/After Disclaimer
AlphaRet Exfoliating Peel Pads were used three times per week over 3 weeks in combination with twice daily use of Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment. Unretouched clinical photography on clean, product-free skin.
Better Packaging
BETTER PACKAGING
AlphaRet Exfoliating Peel Pads were thoughtfully designed and individually packaged to protect the AlphaRet molecule and to prevent the pad from drying out. The individually wrapped packages are also convenient for travel and on-the-go use.
Imbalance in the skin leading to visible redness, uneven pigmentation, dullness, rough skin texture or larger-looking pores. Suitable for people with rosacea, now awarded the National Rosacea Society Seal of Acceptance.
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