Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Mini Alpha Beta® Extra Strength Daily Peel Pads vs Kiehl's Since 1851 Micro-Dose Anti-Aging Retinol Serum with Ceramides & Peptide
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Mini Alpha Beta® Extra Strength Daily Peel Pads scores 9.1/9.8 and Kiehl's Since 1851 Micro-Dose Anti-Aging Retinol Serum with Ceramides & Peptide scores 9.3/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.
Head to head
Mini Alpha Beta® Extra Strength Daily Peel Pads
Micro-Dose Anti-Aging Retinol Serum with Ceramides & Peptide
Score comparison
These two are neck and neck — just 0.2 points apart.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
Kiehl's Since 1851 WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
13% overlapOnly in Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Mini Alpha Beta® Extra Strength Daily Peel Pads
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Only in Kiehl's Since 1851 Micro-Dose Anti-Aging Retinol Serum with Ceramides & Peptide
34 unique
Why these two are neck and neck
These two serums take different paths to a similar destination. Both formulas include solid hydrating ingredients, and the overall scores reflect that — the gap here is genuinely slim.
Active Ingredient Strength is another area of separation. Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Mini Alpha Beta® Extra Strength Daily Peel Pads scores 9.8 here versus 7.7 for Kiehl's Since 1851 Micro-Dose Anti-Aging Retinol Serum with Ceramides & Peptide. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
Kiehl's Since 1851 Micro-Dose Anti-Aging Retinol Serum with Ceramides & Peptide brings Niacinamide, Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester, and Adenosine as actives, while dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Mini Alpha Beta® Extra Strength Daily Peel Pads relies on Glycolic Acid, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, and Salicylic Acid. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Mini Alpha Beta® Extra Strength Daily Peel Pads is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Glycolic Acid does the heavy lifting
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Kiehl's Since 1851 Micro-Dose Anti-Aging Retinol Serum with Ceramides & Peptide is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
- Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Niacinamide does the heavy lifting
Value comparison
At mid-range pricing with a score of 9.1, Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Mini Alpha Beta® Extra Strength Daily Peel Pads is a decent pick. Kiehl's Since 1851 Micro-Dose Anti-Aging Retinol Serum with Ceramides & Peptide sits at the premium level with a 9.3 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.
Our verdict
It's a close call — both products score within 0.3 points of each other. Your choice depends on your specific skin concerns.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Mini Alpha Beta® Extra Strength Daily Peel Pads or Kiehl's Since 1851 Micro-Dose Anti-Aging Retinol Serum with Ceramides & Peptide?
Based on ingredient analysis, Kiehl's Since 1851 Micro-Dose Anti-Aging Retinol Serum with Ceramides & Peptide scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Mini Alpha Beta® Extra Strength Daily Peel Pads and Kiehl's Since 1851 Micro-Dose Anti-Aging Retinol Serum with Ceramides & Peptide share ingredients?
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
What's the main difference between Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Mini Alpha Beta® Extra Strength Daily Peel Pads and Kiehl's Since 1851 Micro-Dose Anti-Aging Retinol Serum with Ceramides & Peptide?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.