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OVERVIEW

Skincare Facts

Dermatologist-Formulated
Made In Canada
Vegan
Hypoallergenic
Cruelty-free
Fragrance-free
Sensitive skin friendly
Non-comedogenic

Product Details

This gentle peel treatment uses 4% glycolic acid to exfoliate and instantly reveal a brighter, smoother complexion. Each peel is paired with a sachet of our ceramide-rich Redness Calming Mask to help replenish moisture, calm the look of redness, and support the skin barrier post-peel.

Key ingredients

  • Hinokitiol
    Hinokitiol is Riversol’s signature antioxidant, derived from the Pacific red cedar. Riversol founder and award-winning dermatologist Dr. Jason Rivers was first introduced to its potential during his time teaching at UBC, and made it the foundation of Riversol formulas. Known for its antioxidant properties, hinokitiol helps improve skin clarity, brighten the look of dark spots and support a more even-looking complexion.

  • Glycolic Acid
    Glycolic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) known for its exfoliating properties. It helps lift away dead skin cells from the skin’s surface to reveal a brighter, smoother-looking complexion. It leaves skin feeling instantly softer and, with continued use, helps improve the look of clarity, radiance and texture.

  • Tiger Grass (Centella asiatica)
    Tiger grass is a clinically studied plant extract known for its soothing and barrier-supporting properties. It helps reduce the look of irritation, support skin hydration and minimize transepidermal water loss. Research has also highlighted its antioxidant and skin-replenishing benefits.

  • Glycyrrhetinic Acid
    A compound isolated from licorice root, this antioxidant helps soothe the look of redness. In trials, glycyrrhetinic acid has shown a significant reduction in irritation and inflammation for redness-prone sensitive skin.

  • Niacinamide
    AKA Vitamin B3, a multitasking antioxidant working to prevent moisture loss, and smooth surface texture to brighten skin. Niacinamide has been shown in double-blind, randomized trials to be nearly as effective as prescription ingredients at reducing discoloration and age spots.

  • Squalane
    Originally used to heal wounds, this plant-based antioxidant hydrator is easily absorbed by the skin and moisturizes without feeling overly oily.

  • Multi-Ceramide Blend

 

DIRECTIONS & PRODUCT GUIDE

 

FAQ

 

Exfoliating Glycolic Peel Travel Pack FAQ

What is hinokitiol?

Hinokitiol is our signature antioxidant, found naturally in the Pacific Red Cedar and studied for decades. It's a natural antibiotic, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant with other skin-revitalizing properties, and in our formulas it helps to even skin tone, reduce the look of sun damage and correct dark spots.

Is Riversol hypoallergenic?

Our skincare products are produced and tested to the highest standards of tolerance on sensitive skin. They are hypoallergenic, fragrance-free, colorant-free and cruelty free.

How often should I use it?

Up to twice a week, in the evening. If you're new to acid treatments, use it once a week for the first 2 weeks. Glycolic acid can make skin more sensitive to the sun, so wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher every morning while you're using it, and for a week after you stop.

I don't have redness. Can I use this mask?

Redness Calming Mask is also well suited to sensitive, dehydrated and mature skin. It is formulated with an optimized ratio of fatty acids, cholesterol and three ceramides to help replenish barrier lipids and support the skin’s natural moisture barrier. Because these lipids are naturally present in the skin, they are well absorbed and particularly beneficial for skin experiencing dryness, sensitivity or age-related barrier decline.

The formula also contains plant-based squalane to support hydration, niacinamide to help strengthen the skin barrier and reduce the look of redness and discoloration, glycyrrhetinic acid from licorice root to help calm visible irritation, and cica (tiger grass) to support skin comfort and recovery.

Can I use retinol and the Glycolic Peel on the same night?

No. Use the Glycolic Peel on a non-retinol evening, up to twice a week, and go back to Retinol Treatment or the Neck Cream the next evening. Alternating this way lets you have both: the peel's exfoliation and retinol's smoothing, without asking too much of your skin in one night.

 

RIVERSOL VS. OTHER BRANDS

 
Feature Riversol Other Brands
Dermatologist-developed
By Dr. Rivers, combining clinical expertise with proven skincare science
Sensitive skin friendly
Formulated with sensitive skin in mind
Made in Canada
Canadian-made quality you can trust
Hinokitiol antioxidant support
Riversol's signature antioxidant hinokitiol helps fight free radicals for healthier-looking skin
Fast-absorbing textures

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