Key ingredients
4.3/5
This red peel from The Ordinary is famous for packing 30% AHA and 2% BHA into a bottle that costs less than lunch.
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AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution
$9.50
This red peel from The Ordinary is famous for packing 30% AHA and 2% BHA into a bottle that costs less than lunch. You leave it on for 10 minutes once or twice a week, then rinse. Hyaluronic acid and pro-vitamin B5 cushion the strong acid blend.
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The Edyt Score
4.5 / 5.0
Targets
4.5/5
This at-home chemical peel is a 30% AHA.
Formula standards
4.5/5
The formula is a 30% AHA.
The verdict
This at-home chemical peel suits experienced acid users.
Compare against similar products
Side-by-side vs 6 near substitutes (Exuviance, Dermalogica, Dr Dennis Gross, m-61, Sunday Riley, and Kate Somerville). Compare best for, key actives, texture, skin fit, Edyt score, and notes. Swipe sideways to compare.
| Pick | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Experienced acid users | Professional-style peels at home | Hyperpigmentation on deeper skin tones | Gentle daily resurfacing | Quick glow before events | Dull skin and fine lines | Rough, dull texture |
| Key actives | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Texture | Red liquid | Pre-soaked pads | Leave-on mask | Pre-soaked pads | Pre-soaked pads | Serum | Rinse-off paste |
| Skin fit | Experienced, not sensitive | Most skin types | All skin types, sensitive | First-time peel users | Normal, oily, dull | Dull, dry, mature | Normal, oily, rough |
| Edyt score Methodology: The Edyt Score reflects ingredient profiles, concentration, and formulation standards. It is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews. | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.5 |
| Notes | 30% AHA · 2% BHA | Two-pad system · Mandelic | 12% acids · Dark spots | Two-step pads · Daily use | One minute · 7% glycolic | Fragrance-free · Vegan | Fine scrub · Two minutes |
| $ / size | $9.50 | $86.00 | $87.00 | $94.00 | $61.20 | $85.00 | $85.00 |
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FAQ
Who is AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution best for?
This red peel from The Ordinary is famous for packing 30% AHA and 2% BHA into a bottle that costs less than lunch. You leave it on for 10 minutes once or twice a week, then rinse. Hyaluronic acid and pro-vitamin B5 cushion the strong acid blend.
How did Edyt Beauty score this at-home chemical peel?
Edyt Beauty rates AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution 4.45 out of 5 from the ingredient list, who it is for, and how the formula is built. That is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews.
How does it compare to similar products?
The compare table above stacks AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution against near substitutes for the same shopping job, including picks from Exuviance, Dermalogica, Dr Dennis Gross, m-61, Sunday Riley, and Kate Somerville. For more from the same brand, see More from The Ordinary below.
Where can I buy it?
Shop AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution with the Buy button when it is available. We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases. Prices and availability can change. You can also find it in our guide to Best At-Home Chemical Peels.
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