Everyone’s favorite face peel just got a new ingredient list — and the internet is losing it. I’ve used the old one for years. This new version? Different. Not worse. But different.
The old one smelled like a chemistry set. This one actually has a slight fruit scent. Weirdly pleasant. Weirdly suspicious.
⚠️ **What’s in the tube now**
It’s still a 25% AHA / 2% BHA mask. $82. The claim: smoother, brighter skin in 20 minutes. I call bullshit on most claims. This one holds up — mostly.
New blend ratio
They swapped some glycolic for lactic. Less sting, same glow.
No more colorants
Old version had blue dye. New one is clear. Less pretty. More practical.
Added soothing agents
Chrysanthemum extract. Sounds fancy. Actually calms the redness.
🧪 **The lab nerd section**
Glycolic is still the workhorse — exfoliates like a tiny chemical scrubber. Lactic steps in to hydrate while it works. The BHA (salicylic) digs into pores. New additions? Chrysanthemum and aloe. Smart. Less angry skin.
- Glycolic Acid: strips dead cells off your face
- Lactic Acid: milder exfoliation + moisture
- Salicylic Acid: pore-clearing for congestion
- Chrysanthemum Extract: calms the freakout
💬 **Texture talk + real talk**
It’s a gel. Thick enough to not drip down your neck. Dries in about 60 seconds. You’ll feel a tingle — not a burn. If it burns, wash off immediately. Your barrier might be compromised.
Week two: I stopped getting those tiny chin bumps. But my cheeks felt tight. Had to layer on moisturizer. Unexpected trade-off.
📊 **Before / after (no filter)**
Texture improved. Pores looked smaller for about 2 days. Fine lines? Same. Brightness? Definitely. Redness? Surprisingly less than the old version.
🏆 **The final take**
The reformulation is a win for sensitive skin. Die-hards will miss the old sting. I don’t. This one works without the drama.