The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution

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The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution

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A masterfully calibrated 32% multi-hydroxy clinical peeling solution suspended in a sheer, jewel-toned aqueous suspension. Formulated with an optimized free acid value designed for profound epidermal resurfacing without compromising dermal stability, cushioned by a bio-fermented …

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EGP1,100.00

Composition

Ingredients

Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Tasmanian Pepperberry Extract, Tartaric Acid

Clinical Focus

Targets Concerns

texture
dullness
acne

Routine & Selection Guide

Routine step

Specialized

When to use

PM

Best suited to

Normal, Combination, Oily

Texture & finish

Water Gel

Fragrance

100% Fragrance-Free

Avoid in the same routine

Formulated with an ultra-concentrated 32% multi-hydroxy matrix at an unbuffered acidic pH (3.5 – 3.7), this clinical peel exhibits high Free Acid Value (FAV) kinetics. Concurrent synchronous layering alongside prescription or OTC retinoids, direct L-ascorbic acid, copper peptides, or leave-on AHA/BHA exfoliants severely overwhelms epidermal resilience, triggering acute desmosomal de-cementation, extensive barrier collapse, chemical micro-burns, and intense post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), particularly within Egyptian Mediterranean Fitzpatrick Skin Types III–V. Furthermore, the 'Damp Skin Danger' is critical: applying onto moist post-cleansing skin elevates the local dielectric constant and creates a steep hydration gradient, drastically accelerating H+ proton flux into viable epidermal layers and triggering acute TRPV1 nociceptor firing. Exposure must strictly be capped at a maximum of 10 minutes (5 to 7 minutes for acid novices) on 100% bone-dry skin, followed by immediate lukewarm rinsing, mandatory lipid-replenishing ceramide sealing, and a strict 48-hour blackout before reintroducing retinoids or direct vitamin C.

Pairs well with

Physiological Ceramides (NP, AP, EOP), Phytosphingosine & Cholesterol, D-Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5) & Allantoin Barrier Replenishers, Centella Asiatica (Cica), Madecassoside & Asiaticoside, Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Acid & Polyglutamic Acid Complexes, Biomimetic Squalane & Ectoin Lamellar Emulsions, Broad-Spectrum Photoprotective Sunscreens (SPF 50+ / PA++++)

Application note

Apply only to completely dry skin.

The Story Behind the Science

Why This Formula

A masterfully calibrated 32% multi-hydroxy clinical peeling solution suspended in a sheer, jewel-toned aqueous suspension. Formulated with an optimized free acid value designed for profound epidermal resurfacing without compromising dermal stability, cushioned by a bio-fermented Tasmanian pepperberry botanical complex that actively suppresses acid-mediated cutaneous neurosensory irritation.

Key Ingredients

Engineered with a synergistic 30% Alpha Hydroxy Acid core (Glycolic, Lactic, Tartaric, and Citric Acids) to dismantle stratum corneum desmosomal bonds and abolish surface dullness, paired with 2% lipophilic Beta Hydroxy Acid (Salicylic Acid) to deeply decongest microfollicular sebum plugs, supported by cross-linked Hyaluronic Acid and antioxidant-rich Black Carrot to mitigate transepidermal water loss and environmental oxidative stress.

Sensorial Profile & Finish

A rich ruby-crimson fluid that glides across dry skin with weightless, clinical liquidity. Delivers an immediate, transient micro-tingle signaling active follicular penetration, rinsing clean with lukewarm water to reveal an quickly refined, glass-like epidermal canvas devoid of lingering residue or lipid heaviness.

How to Use

Reserved exclusively for twilight ritual sequencing, strictly limited to once weekly. Cleanse thoroughly and pat face meticulously dry; pause 5 to 10 minutes to verify absolute cutaneous desiccation. Dispense 4 to 6 drops across dry fingertips and smooth a sheer, uniform veil across the visage, rigorously avoiding the periorbital zone, ocular contours, nasal alar creases, and lip borders. Allow to act for a strict maximum of 10 minutes (initiating at 5 to 7 minutes for acid novices). Rinse copiously with lukewarm water until runoff is crystal clear. Immediately follow with lipid-dense ceramide hydration. Never apply overnight.

Good to Know

Critical Clinical Directive: Applying this concentrated acid complex onto moist or damp skin drastically accelerates acid dissociation, triggering acute epidermal erythema, chemical irritation, and stratum corneum breakdown. Never escalate frequency beyond once weekly; aggressive overuse rapidly can compromise the skin barrier. Strictly avoid co-administering in the same evening with Retinoids, pure Vitamin C, or peptide complexes. Under Egypt’s severe UV index (10–12), daily high-performance SPF 50+ reapplication is important to prevent post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Distinguish natural microcomedone purging from widespread allergic contact dermatitis.

Ritual

1

Gentle Purification & Absolute Desiccation

Cleanse with a mild, non-stripping facial cleanser. Pat thoroughly dry with a clean linen cloth and rest skin for 5 to 10 minutes to helps provide absolute zero water trace.

2

Precision Anatomical Dispensation

Dispense 4 to 6 drops onto dry fingertips. Paint an even, sheer layer across the forehead, cheeks, and chin, leaving a strict safety buffer around eyes and lips.

3

Chrono-Monitored Exposure

Leave uninterrupted for a maximum of 10 minutes (5 to 7 minutes for beginner skin). Mild sensory tingling is physiological; intense burning warrants instantaneous rinse.

4

Abundant Lukewarm Neutralization

Rinse face abundantly with copious lukewarm water until all red pigmentation is eradicated. Pat dry with delicate, non-abrasive compression.

5

Lipid Barrier Sealing

Saturate freshly exfoliated micro-channels with a restorative, fragrance-free ceramide and panthenol lipid emulsion. Avoid all other active acids or retinoids tonight.

FAQ

Why did my skin experience a severe stinging sensation immediately upon application?

Intense stinging or immediate erythema almost invariably stems from applying this 32% high-concentration multi-acid formula onto damp or humid skin. Water accelerates the dissociation and penetration velocity of direct acids into deeper epidermal layers, causing sudden irritation and stratum corneum distress. The mandatory clinical protocol requires washing, thorough towel drying, and waiting 5 to 10 full minutes to achieve 100% fully dry skin before applying.

How do I distinguish between normal microcomedone purging and an adverse barrier reaction?

Purging occurs strictly in anatomical zones where your pores frequently harbor microcomedones, appearing as small, non-inflammatory whiteheads that surface and resolve quickly within 2 to 4 weeks due to accelerated cellular desquamation. Conversely, allergic contact dermatitis or a destroyed barrier manifests as widespread redness, persistent itching, micro-swelling, or burning upon applying standard bland moisturizers across previously clear areas. If the latter presents, cease acids immediately and transition to a ceramide-rich barrier reset protocol.

Can I incorporate my evening Retinol or Vitamin C serum into the same ritual with this peel?

Strictly no. Combining this 30% AHA and 2% BHA concentrate with retinoids or pure L-Ascorbic Acid overwhelms cutaneous resilience, triggering severe stratum corneum peeling, irritation, and reactive post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Isolate the peel completely: dedicate one evening per week exclusively to this treatment followed purely by restorative lipids, and reintroduce retinoids or vitamin C after a 48-hour recovery window.

How must I protect my sensitized skin under the intense Egyptian summer sun after using this solution?

High-concentration chemical peeling temporarily strips the upper stratum corneum, heightening UV vulnerability and cellular photosensitivity for up to 7 days post-application. Under the severe Egyptian climate with UV indices reaching 10 to 12, application of a high-performance broad-spectrum SPF 50+ every morning is compulsory, with reapplication every two hours during direct exposure. Furthermore, avoid performing this treatment the night before beach visits or prolonged outdoor excursions.

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