Sympli Beautiful Juice Apple AHA Skin Perfecting Peel Versus itk Tri-Acid Toner Face Exfoliator
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for 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, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Sympli Beautiful Juice Apple AHA Skin Perfecting Peel 18 ingredients
itk Tri-Acid Toner Face Exfoliator 22 ingredients
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About this product
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Sympli Beautiful Juice Apple AHA Skin Perfecting Peel 18 ingredients
itk Tri-Acid Toner Face Exfoliator 22 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Pyrus Malus Juice
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Citrus Limon Juice
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Sclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingSalix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Propanediol
SolventLactic Acid
Buffering
Bakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Phytic Acid
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Caprylyl Glyceryl Ether
CleansingCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Pyrus Malus Juice, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Citrus Limon Juice, Glycerin, Glycolic Acid, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Sclerotium Gum, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Propanediol, Lactic Acid, Bakuchiol, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Phytic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Caprylyl Glyceryl Ether, Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningLactic Acid
Buffering
Propanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Malic Acid
Buffering
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Phytic Acid
Sodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentSodium Benzoate
Masking
Magnesium Chloride
Citric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Calcium Gluconate
HumectantCalcium Chloride
AstringentSodium Carbonate
BufferingSodium Chloride
Masking
Potassium Chloride
Water, Lactic Acid, Propanediol, Glycerin, Gluconolactone, Niacinamide, Malic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Phytic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Benzoate, Magnesium Chloride, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Calcium Gluconate, Calcium Chloride, Sodium Carbonate, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Chloride
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
Learn more about GlycerinPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolLactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.
Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.
Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.
Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic AcidPhytic Acid is a gentle AHA and antioxidant. AHAs are chemical exfoliants that help remove dead skin cells. Phytic Acid has a slight and mild exfoliating effect.
The chemical makeup makes it classified as an AHA, much like lactic acid.
In some cases, it is a chelating agent. Chelating agents help prevent metals from binding to water, helping to stabilize the ingredients in a product.
An interesting fact about phytic acid is that it is considered an antinutrient. People do not have the enzyme needed to properly breakdown and digest phytic acid. When ingested, phytic acid binds to minerals and prevents them from being absorbed.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Phytic AcidPotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateIngredient Ratings
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Sympli Beautiful Juice Apple AHA Skin Perfecting Peel 18 ingredients
itk Tri-Acid Toner Face Exfoliator 22 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Sympli Beautiful Juice Apple AHA Skin Perfecting Peel 18 ingredients
itk Tri-Acid Toner Face Exfoliator 22 ingredients
Was way too harsh for my face. Ruined my skin barrier and left my face splotchy red and white patches. I used it for my body acne and that was a little bit better. Def don’t recommend tho. Way too intense of a treatment for at home.
