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SEPHORA COLLECTION Clarifying Peel Pads with Salicylic Acid
6.5
SEPHORA COLLECTION

Clarifying Peel Pads with Salicylic Acid

serummid-range
Overall score6.5

SEPHORA COLLECTION Clarifying Peel Pads with Salicylic Acid scores 6.5/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).

✶ Hero ingredients

Works on your skin

Raises formula pH

Gentle AHA that hydrates while exfoliating

Score breakdown

Overall
6.5
Hydration Efficacy3.8
Irritation Risk9.5
Active Ingredient Strength4.2
Ingredient Transparency7.5
Formulation Safety9.0

Scores last verified: July 2026

What makes SEPHORA COLLECTION Clarifying Peel Pads with Salicylic Acid stand out

SEPHORA COLLECTION Clarifying Peel Pads with Salicylic Acid is a solid serum with an overall score of 6.5/9.8. Positioned in the mid-range bracket, it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Gluconolactone, Lactic Acid, Butylene Glycol — ingredients that actively target skin concerns.

It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger and active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.

Is this right for you?

Great for

  • ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
  • ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
  • ✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula

May not suit

  • ⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture

Key ingredients

Full ingredient list

12 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)