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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Benton PHA Peeling Gel versus A'Pieu Naked Peeling Gel - PHA .

Published on October 03, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides and PHA

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Exfoliator

Exfoliators are used to exfoliate the skin, or remove dead skin cells from the skin. Exfoliators may be chemical or physical.

Exfoliator

Exfoliators are used to exfoliate the skin, or remove dead skin cells from the skin. Exfoliators may be chemical or physical.

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Ingredient Info

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Benton PHA Peeling Gel 17 ingredients

A'Pieu Naked Peeling Gel - PHA 24 ingredients

alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Benton PHA Peeling Gel 17 ingredients

A'Pieu Naked Peeling Gel - PHA 24 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

PHA
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Brightening

Notable Ingredients

PHA
Ceramides

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Anti-Aging
Brightening

Concerns

Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Benton PHA Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 1.

A'Pieu Naked Peeling Gel - PHA contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Absorbent
Community Rating: Loved

Cellulose is the main component of plant cell walls. It is used as an emulsifier, absorbent, and texture enhancer.

This ingredient has many functions:

Fun fact: Cellulose is the most abundant form of organic polymer on Earth.

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Benton PHA Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 2.

A'Pieu Naked Peeling Gel - PHA contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.

As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.

Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.

Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.

In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.

This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.

Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.

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Benton PHA Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 5.

A'Pieu Naked Peeling Gel - PHA contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.

Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.

Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.

If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.

Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP

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Benton PHA Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 7.

A'Pieu Naked Peeling Gel - PHA contains this as ingredient number 20.

5
What it does: Buffering
Community Rating: Loved

Lactobionic Acid is a PHA. PHAs exfoliate the top layer of skin.

PHAs are more gentle than AHAs due to their larger structure. They do not penetrate as deeply as AHAs and take a longer time to dissolve dead cells. Studies show PHAs do not cause as much irritation.

By removing dead skin cells, PHAs leave the skin brighter and with even-texture.

PHAs also exhibit antioxidant activity by neutralizing free-radical molecules. This can help with anti-aging.

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Benton PHA Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 11.

A'Pieu Naked Peeling Gel - PHA contains this as ingredient number 15.

6
What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.

Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.

Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.

While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.

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Benton PHA Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 14.

A'Pieu Naked Peeling Gel - PHA contains this as ingredient number 17.

7
What it does: Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin. Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between molecule hydrogen and another element.

Hydrogenated Lecithin is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within.

The phospholipids in Hydrogenated Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier to be better absorbed.

As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.

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Benton PHA Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 15.

A'Pieu Naked Peeling Gel - PHA contains this as ingredient number 18.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

Benton PHA Peeling Gel 17 ingredients

A'Pieu Naked Peeling Gel - PHA 24 ingredients

59% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
12% are disliked or very disliked
18% have no rating yet
50% are loved or liked
17% have mixed ratings
29% are disliked or very disliked
4% have no rating yet

Usage

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Benton PHA Peeling Gel 17 ingredients

A'Pieu Naked Peeling Gel - PHA 24 ingredients

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