Elsheskin 20% Multi Acids Exfo Peeling Solution Versus Eiem Beauty Full Acid Exfoliating Solution
Updated on February 26, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA, BHA, exfoliants and PHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Elsheskin 20% Multi Acids Exfo Peeling Solution 42 ingredients
Eiem Beauty Full Acid Exfoliating Solution 47 ingredients
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Elsheskin 20% Multi Acids Exfo Peeling Solution 42 ingredients
Eiem Beauty Full Acid Exfoliating Solution 47 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Methylpropanediol
SolventNiacinamide
Smoothing
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Beta Vulgaris Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCapryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Beta Vulgaris Root Powder
Antioxidant
Arginine
Masking
Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPapain
Skin ConditioningRubus Idaeus Fruit Extract
AstringentSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate
HumectantHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Potassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Caramel
Cosmetic ColorantPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentSodium Hydroxide
BufferingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingTetrasodium EDTA
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAmylopectin
Dextrin
AbsorbentPolydextrose
HumectantWater, Glycolic Acid, Gluconolactone, Methylpropanediol, Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid, Tranexamic Acid, Alpha-Arbutin, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Panthenol, Beta Vulgaris Root Extract, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Beta Vulgaris Root Powder, Arginine, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Papain, Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Caramel, Phenoxyethanol, Maltodextrin, Sodium Hydroxide, Chlorphenesin, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Glycerin, Xanthan Gum, Allantoin, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Tetrasodium EDTA, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Amylopectin, Dextrin, Polydextrose
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingSalicylic Acid
Masking
Sodium Citrate
BufferingTriethanolamine
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Mandelic Acid
Antimicrobial
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Propanediol
SolventAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Bisabolol
Masking
Sodium PCA
HumectantMel
EmollientUrea
Buffering
Fructose
HumectantGlucose
HumectantCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningGlucuronolactone
Skin ConditioningGlycine
Buffering
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingLidocaine Hcl
CI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
CI 27755
Cosmetic ColorantChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientTropolone
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTetrasodium EDTA
Water, Propylene Glycol, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Triethanolamine, Citric Acid, Gluconolactone, Mandelic Acid, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Propanediol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Bisabolol, Sodium PCA, Mel, Urea, Fructose, Glucose, Centella Asiatica Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Acetyl Glucosamine, Glucuronolactone, Glycine, Cellulose Gum, Lidocaine Hcl, CI 16035, Xanthan Gum, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, CI 27755, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Maltodextrin, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Collagen, 1,2-Hexanediol, Parfum, Sodium Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Tropolone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tetrasodium EDTA
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterGlycolic Acid is arguably the most famous AHA with a ton of research to back up its benefits.
Its main role is to remove the top layer of dead skin cells, allowing newer skin cells to emerge.
Specifically, AHAs work by breaking down the structural "glue" holding the old skin cells in place. Getting rid of the old skin cells allows skin to regenerate newer skin cells in its place. A build up of dead skin cells can lead to tired and dull looking skin.
Due to this, glycolic acid helps with:
Fun fact: Glycolic acid increases skin hydration by playing a role in creating molecules that create hyaluronic acid naturally.
When starting glycolic Acid, it is normal to feel slight stinging.
The pH value and concentration of glycolic acid play a role in the effectiveness of the product. Concentrations between 5-20% glycolic acid have been shown to be effective in clinical studies.
Recent studies have shown Glycolic Acid may protect the skin against UV damage. However, you should always wear SPF, especially when using exfoliants.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Glycolic AcidGluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs are a great gentle alternative to traditional AHAs.
When applied, Gluconolactone has the same affect on skin as AHAs such as lactic acid. It helps dissolve the dead skin cells in the top layer of your skin. This improves texture and brightens the 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.
Gluconolactone has some interesting properties:
In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells and has not been found to increase sun sensitivity. However, we still recommend wearing SPF daily.
This ingredient is is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.
Learn more about GluconolactoneSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidCapryloyl Salicylic Acid comes from salicylic acid, the famous acne-fighting BHA.
It usually goes by a more common name of LHA, or lipohydroxy acid.
Like salicylic acid, this ingredient is a chemical exfoliant that can help break down the oil in your pores and reduce inflammation.
Though studies for LHA do show it to be less effective than salicylic acid. To be fair, salicylic acid is the reigning monarch of acne treatments.
However, a study from 2009 found LHA to be comparable to BPO, making it a good alternative for people with sensitive skin. Another study of 14 patients found a significant decrease in comedones after using LHA.
Another pro of LHA? It is less irritating than salicylic acid due to its large molecule size.
Large molecules cannot penetrate skin as well, so they are gentler on the skin. LHA is much less penetrative than salicylic acid.
An in-vitro study (not done on a living organism) found only 6% of LHA penetrated past the statum corneum compared to 58% of salicylic acid. An in-vivo (done on a living organism) analysis revealed ~17% of LHA was still present in the top layer of skin after 4 days, versus ~9% of salicylic acid.
Interestingly, a study from 2008 found LHA comparable to another famous acid, glycolic acid.
This study found about 10% of LHA is as effective as 20-50% of glycolic acid in treating hyperpigmentation and fine-lines.
Hydroxy acids have been found to stimulate skin protein, lipids, and thermal thickening. This may have anti-aging benefits.
Learn more about Capryloyl Salicylic AcidPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide. It is derived from starch such as rice, corn, wheat, or potato starch.
In food, Maltodextrin is used to improve the texture and thicken a product. Due to its structure, it can help create a gel texture. As an emulsion stabilizer, it helps keep the ingredients in a product together.
As a polysaccharide, Maltodextrin has moisturizing properties. Polysaccharides are a type of carbohydrate. The top layer of skin uses polysaccharides to retain water, keeping the skin hydrated.
Maltodextrin is water soluble and has a sweet taste.
Learn more about MaltodextrinXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumTetrasodium EDTA is the salt formed from neutralizing ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid with sodium hydroxide. It is a chelating agent and used to prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This helps keep the product and ingredients stable.
Tetrasodium EDTA comes as a white solid and is soluble in water.
Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
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