Clinique Clarifying Do-Over Peel vs Axis-Y PHA Resurfacing Glow Peel

Clinique

Axis-Y

A peel built around Astringent and AHA, for hydration and smoothing.

A peel built around PHA, for barrier repair and hydration.

Peel

20 ingredients

Brand price

USD 42.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

USD 14.99 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from South Korea

At a Glance

They come out differently on Alcohol-free, Fungal-acne-safe, Pore-clogger-free and Cruelty-free; those rows are shaded. Tap any answer to see why.

PHA1
Polyhydroxy acids — larger and milder than AHAs.
Lactobionic Acid
Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)1
Tannin-bearing astringents such as witch hazel.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
AHA3
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid

Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopherol
PHA1
Polyhydroxy acids — larger and milder than AHAs.
Gluconolactone
Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract

Hydrating5
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Acetyl Glucosamine, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Lactic Acid, Lactobionic Acid
Barrier Repair2
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water

Hydrating5
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Gluconolactone, Glycerin, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Tocopherol
Barrier Repair6
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Tocopherol
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Centella Asiatica Extract
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acetyl Glucosamine
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Alcohol Denat.
May Worsen Eczema1
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Alcohol Denat.
May Worsen Rosacea1
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Alcohol Denat.

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Tocopherol
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Tocopherol
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Tocopherol

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Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Alcohol Denat.
Fragrance
0 / —
- Denatured alcohol
- May Worsen Dryness
- May Worsen Eczema
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Rosacea
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Skin Conditioning
- Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)
- Oil Control
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
0-1 / —
- AHA
- Glycolic acid
- Anti-Aging
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Exfoliating
- Smoothing
Lactic Acid
Humectant
- AHA
- Lactic acid
- Brightening
- Exfoliating
- Hydrating
- Smoothing
Salicylic Acid
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Sodium Hydroxide
Buffering
0 / —
Butylene Glycol (in both products)
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lactobionic Acid
Buffering
0-1 / —
- PHA
- Exfoliating
- Hydrating

Water
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol (in both products)
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
- PHA
- Exfoliating
- Hydrating
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Tromethamine
Buffering
0 / —
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sclerotium Gum
Skin Conditioning
0-1 / —
Sodium Acrylic Acid/Ma Copolymer
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
Xanthan Gum
Cleansing
0-1 / —
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin Conditioning

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Butylene Glycol
Fragrance, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
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Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
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Caprylyl Glycol
Deodorant, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol is the diol that conforms to the formula
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Disodium EDTA
Chelating, Viscosity Controlling
Disodium dihydrogen ethylenediaminetetraacetate
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