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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Theramid Smoothing Treatment versus Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel .

Last updated on March 25, 2024. Published on March 16, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain AHA

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Exfoliator German Brand Germany
Exfoliator American Brand United States

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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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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Notable Ingredients

AHA
PHA
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea (2)

Notable Ingredients

AHA (4)
BHA
Retinoid (2)
Vitamin C (2)
Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin (4)
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture (8)
Reduces Large Pores (8)
Anti-Aging (8)
Dark Spots (6)
Scar Healing (10)
Acne Fighting (5)
Brightening (9)

Concerns

Drying (6)
May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Irritating (10)
Rosacea (8)
Eczema (8)
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Ingredients Compared

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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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Theramid Smoothing Treatment contains this as ingredient number 1.

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel contains this as ingredient number 26.

2
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Theramid Smoothing Treatment contains this as ingredient number 6.

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel contains this as ingredient number 38.

3
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.

Theramid Smoothing Treatment contains this as ingredient number 19.

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel contains this as ingredient number 24.

4
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.

Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.

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Theramid Smoothing Treatment contains this as ingredient number 20.

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel contains this as ingredient number 17.

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

33% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
52% are disliked or very disliked
5% have no rating yet
37% are loved or liked
7% have mixed ratings
51% are disliked or very disliked
5% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Theramid Smoothing Treatment 21 ingredients

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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel 43 ingredients

3.7 /5
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Derma.Anne

7 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

These peel pads are the GOAT. They're almost like a chemical peel at a skin clinic, but safe for using at home. The give an instant glow and plump...

These peel pads are the GOAT. They're almost like a chemical peel at a skin clinic, but safe for using at home. The give an instant glow and plump to the skin which I love, and keeps my hormonal acne and clogged pores at bay.

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