Alba Botanical Acnedote Clearing Gel Peel

Alba Botanical Acnedote Clearing Gel Peel

Review

Results you may expect from using Alba Botanical Acnedote Clearing Gel Peel:

Alba Botanical Acnedote Clearing Gel Peel is a type of skincare product designed to be rinsed off, peeled off, or otherwise removed from the skin. Research confirming the moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, and soothing effects of such products is very limited. Therefore, we do not provide efficacy ratings for these types of skincare products.

However, you can explore the roles of specific ingredients in the Ingredients Explained section below.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
75
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
6
Water
4
Glycerin
3
Alcohol
2
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
1.5
Xanthan Gum
1.3
Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract
1
Salicylic Acid
0.3
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil
0.3
Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract
0.3
Algae Extract
0.3
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract
0.3
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract
0.3
Fragaria Vesca (Strawberry) Fruit Extract
0.3
Lactobacillus/Arundinaria Gigantea Ferment Filtrate
0.3
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
0.3
Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract
0.3
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
0.3
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
0.3
Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Fruit Extract
0.3
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
0.3
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Bentonite
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Lactic Acid
0.3
Potassium Hydroxide
0.3
Quartz
0.3
Sea Silt
0.3
Sodium Phytate
0.3
Ethylhexylglycerin
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Potassium Sorbate
0.3
Sodium Benzoate
0.3
Benzyl Alcohol
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
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Glycerin
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Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
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Xanthan Gum
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Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract
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Salicylic Acid
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Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil
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Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract
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Algae Extract
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract
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Fragaria Vesca (Strawberry) Fruit Extract
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Lactobacillus/Arundinaria Gigantea Ferment Filtrate
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Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract
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Panax Ginseng Root Extract
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Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
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Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Fruit Extract
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Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Bentonite
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Citric Acid
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Lactic Acid
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Potassium Hydroxide
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Ingredients explained

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Est. %75
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceA gelatinous juice from Aloe vera leaves that acts as a powerful humectant, emollient, and antioxidant. It contains enzymes, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals that soothe irritated skin and have wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Water
Est. %6
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Glycerin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Alcohol
Est. %3
Function
Origin
AlcoholAn effective antimicrobial ingredient that kills bacteria, fungi, and even some viruses. It is also an excellent solvent and astringent. Alcohol helps to create lighter and less viscous products. It can, however, be dehydrating and skin-sensitizing.
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit ExtractAn extract derived from the berries of the bilberry plant, sometimes called European blueberry. It is rich in antioxidant anthocyanins and astringent tannins.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %1.5
Function
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Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) ExtractAn antioxidant extract from sugarcane, the famous crop used to make sugar. It acts as a humectant and exfoliating agent – the little sugar crystals mechanically remove dead skin cells from the skin’s surface.
Salicylic Acid
Est. %1
Function
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Salicylic AcidThis effective peeling and anti-inflammatory BHA is used as an anti-acne agent and works by breaking down the junctions between dead skin cells. This results in the peeling of dead skin and the unclogging of pores.
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit OilAn essential oil expressed from the peels of the bergamot orange. The scent of bergamot oil is woodier than those of other citrus essential oils. This essential oil is still not recommended if you are sensitive to citrus fruits.
Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) ExtractAn antioxidant extract from sugar maple bark and sap – the same sweet sap used to make maple syrup. It has a faint vanilla smell and is used in skincare for its exfoliating properties. This is because of the small sugar crystals present in the extract.
Algae Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Algae ExtractThe name describes any extract made from any kind of algae. Algae extracts are moisturizing humectants – the gelatin-like polysaccharides bind and retain water, thereby hydrating the skin. Algae is a rich source of emollient and antioxidant compounds.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit ExtractAn extract from the fruit of the sweet orange. It contains fragrant sweet orange essential oil, high amounts of antioxidant flavonoids (mainly hesperidin), and carotenoids – which give it the orange color.
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit ExtractA fragrant extract from lemon peels that contains various antioxidant flavonoids, organic acids, and limonoids – which are currently under investigation as potential anti-wrinkle and anti-pigment compounds.
Fragaria Vesca (Strawberry) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Fragaria Vesca (Strawberry) Fruit ExtractAn antioxidant and astringent extract derived from strawberries. It contains various beneficial phytochemicals such as vitamin C, flavonoids, organic acids, anthocyanins, tannins, and tiliroside.
Lactobacillus/Arundinaria Gigantea Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
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Lactobacillus/Arundinaria Gigantea Ferment FiltrateDescription is coming soon
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
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Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment FiltrateA biotechnological fermentation ingredient that is created by feeding radish root to Leuconostoc kimchii. It allegedly contains organic acids and a mixture of peptides known as bacteriocins – which have antimicrobial activity.
Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf ExtractAn antioxidant and fragrant extract from the leaves of the olive tree. It contains a promising anti-aging compound called Oleuropein, and a prospective anti-pigment compound called Cornoside.
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Est. %0.3
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Panax Ginseng Root ExtractDerived from the roots of the Korean Ginseng, this extract contains a mixture of antioxidant and soothing ginsenosides which are proven to reduce inflammation and treat eczema. The root is a major part of Chinese traditional medicine.
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit ExtractAn extract derived from apple fruit that has humectant moisturizing and antioxidant properties, as well as gentle anti-pigment effects. It contains humectant sugars, anti-pigment organic acids, and flavonoids.
Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Fruit ExtractRubus fruticosus fruit extract is an extract obtained from the fruit of the Blackberry. It offers antioxidant properties and is used in skincare as an astringent ingredient due to its high content of tannins.
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Salix Alba (Willow) Bark ExtractA potent, soothing extract from the bark of the white willow. It has potent anti-inflammatory effects due to its salicin content. Tannins from the willow bark extract have astringent effects and can aid in the skin’s healing process.
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit ExtractAn extract obtained from the skin and pulp of grapes. Grape skin and pulp contain antioxidant and astringent flavonoids and tannins, famous resveratrol, and many different organic and phenolic acids.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

Bentonite
Est. %0.3
Function
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BentoniteA naturally occurring material that has a variety of functions. It is used as absorbent, since the bentonite can absorb oils produced by the skin and prevent a greasy appearance. It is also a great opacifier.
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
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Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Lactic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactic AcidThe most popular AHA in skincare and less irritating than glycolic acid. It can be naturally found in sour milk. It is a humectant moisturizing, pH stabilizing, and gently exfoliating ingredient, able to soften dry, cracked, and peeling skin.
Potassium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
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Potassium HydroxideA very alkaline ingredient, meaning that it has a high pH. Potassium hydroxide is therefore useful in bringing a low pH in a cosmetic product up to a more neutral, skin-safe level.
Quartz
Est. %0.3
Function
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QuartzA naturally occurring mineral that functions as an exfoliant to remove dead skin cells.
Sea Silt
Est. %0.3
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Sea SiltDescription is coming soon
Sodium Phytate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium PhytateSodium phytate is a chelating agent that serves to remove heavy metal ions from water. Removing metal ions helps other ingredients, such as antioxidants and preservatives, to perform better and keep products from separating.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
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EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
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PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Potassium SorbateA preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.
Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium BenzoateA preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.
Benzyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
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Benzyl AlcoholA multifunctional ingredient that is supplied as a clear, colorless liquid. Its main function is as a flavoring agent and fragrance. It also acts as a broad-spectrum preservative, solvent, and viscosity-controlling agent that thins the product.