I usually stay away from manual exfoliation, because I find it is harsh on my sensitive skin. For example, the famous ExfoliKate? Yeah that turns my face into an angry red beast.
However, when I was asked to try this Algenist Triple-Action Micopolish & Peel, I couldn’t resist! I have been dealing with a severe case of “dry winter skin” I really need a boost to my exfoliation routine. Plus I have been using my Futurederm Time Release Retinol 0.5 twice a week for chemical exfoliation, and I knew that I would benefit from a weekly peel to help with the flaky skin patches I occasionally experience. 
What They Say:Leveraging the science of biotechnology, this advanced microdermabrasion peel resurfaces the skin with a 10% acid duo (patent-pending Alguronic Acid + Glycolic Acid) in a potent combination with a 10% fruit enzyme complex and micro polishing crystals to immediately transform skin texture & tone.
Active Ingredients:
- Alguronic Acid/Glycolic Acid Duo: Generates dermal cell renewal by removing the top layer of cells to regenerate smoother, more even skin underneath
- Micropolishing Crystals: Supports mechanical epidermal exfoliation to lift off larger skin-dulling cells and buffs away rough skin to reveal a radiant new skin surface
- Pumpkin & pomegranate fruit enzymes: Helps the enzymatic dissolution of smaller skin-dulling cells
Water, Glycerin, Glycolic Acid, Lactobacillus/Pumpkin Ferment Extract, Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Algae Exopolysaccharides, Salix Nigra (Willow) Bark Extract, Algae Extract, Glucosamine HCL, Galactoarabinan, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Urea, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Magnesium Oxide, Fragrance (Parfum), Limonene, Phenoxyethanol.
This “peel” is very easy to apply - just squeeze a small amount out of the tube, massage onto skin, wait three minutes, and rinse! I always apply the peel to the areas that need it most first - my nose and forehead, and my cheeks last, since they are more delicate.
I have used the peel several times, and I have never experienced angry red skin. My skin feels softer, looks smoother, and even more pores appear diminished.
I can honestly say that I would highly recommend the Algenist Triple-Action Micropolish & Peel. At $58 it’s not something to buy on a whim, but if you are looking for serious yet gentle exfoliation, the 2.0 fl oz tube will last year a long, long time!This is the second Algenist product I have tried, and I must say I am impressed! I have my eye on the Complete Eye Renewal Balm next!
The Algenist Triple-Action Micropolish & Peel is available for $58 at Sephora, Sephora.com and Algenist.com.
