Medicube Hypochlorous Acid Rice Body Peel Shot vs The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution

Medicube

Hypochlorous Acid Rice Body Peel Shot

The Ordinary

AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution

A chemical exfoliant built around Vitamin E and Hyaluronic acid, for hydration and barrier repair.

A chemical exfoliant built around AHA and Glycolic acid, for hydration and smoothing.

Chemical exfoliant

35 ingredients

24 ingredients

Brand price

USD 28.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

USD 8.55 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from South Korea

Brand from Canada

At a Glance

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Key Ingredients

Ceramide1
Skin-identical lipids that hold the barrier together.
Ceramide NP
Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopherol
Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol
Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract

Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol
Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 20
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

Benefits

Hydrating12
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Ceramide NP, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Glucose, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol, Polyglutamic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Tocopherol, Xylose
Barrier Repair7
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Caprylyl Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ceramide NP, Panthenol, Propylene Glycol, Tocopherol
Reduces Irritation3
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Panthenol
Redness Reducing2
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin, Centella Asiatica Extract

Hydrating5
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Glycerin, Lactic Acid, Panthenol, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Barrier Repair3
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin, Panthenol
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Panthenol
Anti-Aging1
Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.
Glycolic Acid

Concerns

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Tocopherol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis3
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Ceramide NP, Cetrimonium Methosulfate, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Tocopherol
May Worsen Irritation2
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Alcohol Denat., Tocopherol

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Polysorbate 20

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Water
Skin Conditioning
Alcohol Denat.
Fragrance
0 / —
- Denatured alcohol
- May Worsen Dryness
- May Worsen Eczema
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Rosacea
Carbomer
Gel Forming
1 / 0
Quaternium-60
Antistatic
- Animal-derived
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
0 / 0
1,2-Hexanediol (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Dipropylene Glycol
Perfuming
0-1 / —
Cetrimonium Methosulfate
Cleansing
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
- Silicones
Caprylyl Glycol (in both products)
Emollient
0-1 / —

Glycolic Acid
Buffering
0-1 / —
- AHA
- Glycolic acid
- Anti-Aging
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Exfoliating
- Smoothing
Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water
Fragrance
Sodium Hydroxide
Buffering
0 / —
Daucus Carota Sativa Extract
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Salicylic Acid
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Lactic Acid
Humectant
- AHA
- Lactic acid
- Brightening
- Exfoliating
- Hydrating
- Smoothing
Tartaric Acid
Buffering

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning, Solvent
We don't have a description for 1,2-Hexanediol yet.
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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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Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
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Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer is a hyaluronic acid.
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Panthenol
Antistatic, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning
Panthenol is panthenol (provitamin B5).
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