Clinique Clarifying Do-Over Peel vs Dermalogica breakout clearing liquid peel

Clinique

Dermalogica

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

A peel built around AHA and Lactic acid, for smoothing and hydration.

Peel

20 ingredients

22 ingredients

Brand price

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

Brand price

USD 29.50 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site

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At a Glance

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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

Mineral sunscreen1
Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to absorb and scatter UV rays.
Titanium Dioxide
Sunscreen1
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Titanium Dioxide
Azelaic acid1
Works on acne, redness and pigmentation at once.
Azelaic Acid
AHA2
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Lactic Acid, Mandelic Acid

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

Hydrating3
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Glycerin, Lactic Acid, Propanediol
Barrier Repair2
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Glycerin
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Azelaic Acid
Smoothing4
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Lactic Acid, Mandelic Acid, Salicylic Acid

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 Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

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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 (in both products)
Humectant
- AHA
- Lactic acid
- Brightening
- Exfoliating
- Hydrating
- Smoothing
Salicylic Acid (in both products)
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Sodium Hydroxide (in both products)
Buffering
0 / —
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lactobionic Acid
Buffering
0-1 / —
- PHA
- Exfoliating
- Hydrating

Water
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Lactic Acid (in both products)
Humectant
- AHA
- Lactic acid
- Brightening
- Exfoliating
- Hydrating
- Smoothing
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Sodium Hydroxide (in both products)
Buffering
0 / —
Salicylic Acid (in both products)
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
0-1 / —
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion Stabilising
Xanthan Gum
Cleansing
0-1 / —

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Lactic Acid
Buffering, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Lactic Acid is an AHA.
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Salicylic Acid
Anti-seborrheic, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Keratolytic, Preservative, Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid is a BHA.
Learn more about Salicylic Acid →
Sodium Hydroxide
Buffering, Denaturant
Sodium hydroxide
Learn more about Sodium Hydroxide →
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.
Learn more about Glycerin →