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This is the first at-home peel that uses a prescription strength level of glycolic acid—30 percent in fact, which is five times stronger than the leading over-the-counter product. (Glycolic acid evens out skin tone and texture, and can even reduce fine lines and hyperpigmentation.) The unique formula of the Brazilian Peel controls the pH level in skin as it reacts to the active ingredients, thus preventing redness and irritation that a chemical peel would normally give you. Plus, it comes in an easy-to-dispense, pre-measured package, so no product goes to waste. Even skin types without aging concerns can benefit from it, from acne-prone to normal.

$78; sephora.com

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