3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Hydration
md:ceuticals
md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10%
face chemical peel
md:ceuticals
md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10%
face chemical peel
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Fit by skin type
General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.
Dry
49%
Combination (dry)
49%
Balanced
79%
Combination (oily)
91%
Oily
91%
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| PYRUVIC ACID | 40% |
| LACTIC ACID | 10% |
5
Ingredients
3
Benefits
1
Actives
Effective acne solution with rapid, deep penetration, stimulating collagen production and providing comprehensive skin rejuvenation.
Key Insights
Benefits
3
Anti-Aging
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Active Ingredients
1
AHA
Risks
1
Alcohol
Full Ingredients
5 total
About md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10%
Overview
md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10% is a watery-light chemical peel from md:ceuticals. The ingredient list runs to 5 ingredients, each broken down in full below.
Texture and finish
By its ingredient list the formula reads as very light — essentially a water-and-humectant base with little emollient weight. With almost no emollient load it should absorb quickly and finish close to matte.
What the formula does
Hydration: Moderate. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Water and Lactic Acid.
Brightening: Moderate. Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks, and here that comes from Lactic Acid.
Cell renewal: Moderate. Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover, and here that comes from Lactic Acid.
Who it suits
On richness alone it suits Combination (oily) and Oily skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry and Combination (dry) skin. Several ingredients carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive, this is one to patch test carefully or approach slowly.
What it does not target
The formula contributes little or nothing on barrier support, antioxidant protection, oil control and soothing. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.
What is not in it
Reading the full list, the formula is fragrance-free, essential-oil-free, paraben-free, silicone-free, microplastic-free and sulfate-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging. It does contain drying alcohol, worth knowing if your skin reacts to any of them.
Where it fits in a routine
Use it in the evening. In a routine it goes after cleansing, before serums. Start at once or twice a week and build up only if skin stays comfortable. Wear sunscreen the next morning — fresh exfoliation raises UV sensitivity.
This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.
Pros and cons
Drawn purely from the ingredient list
Pros
- No fragrance or declared allergens
- No essential oils
- Silicone-free
- No microplastics
- No recognised malassezia (fungal acne) triggers
Things to know
- Contains drying alcohol high in the list
- Several ingredients carry irritation flags
Which skin types it suits
Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.
Suitable for
- Combination (oily) skin
- Oily skin
May suit
- Balanced skin
Less suitable for
- Dry skin
- Combination (dry) skin
Sensitive skin
Several ingredients here carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive or you have rosacea, introduce this slowly, or ask a dermatologist first.
Skin concerns
Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.
Helps with
-
Hydration 2 ingredients
Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy
-
Anti-Aging 1 ingredient
Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
-
Evens Skin Tone 1 ingredient
Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance
Does not target
Anti-Acne
Blackhead Reducing
Dark Spot Fading
Oil Control
Pore Minimizer
Smooths Bumpy Skin
Soothing
None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.
Key ingredients
The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.
Lactic Acid
AHA
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-
Anti-Aging
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Formula analysis
Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.
Hydration
Moderate
Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin
Barrier support
None
Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity
Antioxidant support
None
Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution
Oil control
None
Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine
Brightening
Moderate
Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks
Soothing
None
Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity
Cell renewal
Moderate
Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover
Firmness signalling
None
Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support
Active and supporting ingredients
"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.
Active ingredients (1)
- Lactic Acid · 2–10%
Supporting ingredients (4)
Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.
Pyruvic Acid
Alcohol Denat.
Water
Hydroxypropylcellulose
What is and is not in it
Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.
Free from
- Fragrance-free
- Essential-oil-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Microplastic-free
- Sulfate-free
- Dye-free
- Oil-free
- No animal-derived ingredients
Contains
-
Drying alcohol
Alcohol Denat.
What to layer it with
Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.
Compatible with
- Azelaic acid
- Copper peptides
- Bakuchiol
- Niacinamide
- Hyaluronic acid
- Ceramides
- Signal peptides
- Panthenol
- Sunscreen
Use with caution
-
Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
Best kept to separate routines — one in the morning, one at night, or on alternate days.
-
Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.
-
AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.
-
BHA (salicylic acid)
Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.
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PHAs (gluconolactone)
Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.
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Benzoyl peroxide
Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.
Where it fits in a routine
Evening
- Cleanse
- Exfoliate
- Treat
- Moisturise
This product is the "Exfoliate" step.
- Start at once or twice a week and build up only if skin stays comfortable.
- Wear sunscreen the next morning — fresh exfoliation raises UV sensitivity.
Safety and suitability
Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
- Fungal acne (malassezia)
- No ingredient here is a recognised food source for malassezia.
- Sensitive and reactive skin
- Several ingredients here carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive or you have rosacea, introduce this slowly, or ask a dermatologist first.
- Recorded ingredient risks
- Alcohol
Ingredients by function
Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 5 ingredients on the label.
2
Solvent
Dissolves and carries everything else
2
Texture agent
Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula
1
Active
Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels
1
Humectant
Draws water into the upper layers of skin
1
Occlusive
Forms a film that slows water loss
1
pH adjuster
Sets the acidity the formula needs to work
1
Preservative
Keeps the product free of microbial growth
1
Surfactant
Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together
Ingredient breakdown
Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.
- Estimated level
- 10–40%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.
Propanoic Acid, 2-oxo
- Estimated level
- 5–20%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Texture agent, Solvent, Preservative
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Alcohol Denat. is ethyl alcohol that is denatured with one or more denaturing agents in accordance with the national legislation of each European Community (EU) country.
Alcohol
- Estimated level
- 5–20%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Solvent
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Hydration
3 scientific references
- Skin Research and Technology, May 2015, pages 131-136
- Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, November-December 1999, pages 344-351
- Journal of Cosmetic Science, September-October 1993, pages 249-262
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Humectant, Active, pH adjuster
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-
Anti-Aging
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
9 scientific references
- International Journal of Cosmetic Science, April 2020, pages 116-126
- International Journal of Dermatology, March 2019, ePublication
- Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, October 2018, pages 491-497
- International Journal of Dermatology, September 2018, ePublication
- Molecules, April 2018, ePublication
- Journal of the American Dental Association, April 2016, pages 255-263
- Cutis, January 2016, pages E9-E11
- Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, November 2010, pages 135-142
- The Journal of Dermatology, January 2006, pages 16-22
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Occlusive, Surfactant, Texture agent
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Cellulose, 2-hydroxypropyl ether
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Frequently asked questions
What ingredients are in md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10%?
PYRUVIC ACID, ALCOHOL DENAT., WATER, LACTIC ACID, HYDROXYPROPYLCELLULOSE.
What are the active ingredients in md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10%?
LACTIC ACID.
How do I use md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10%?
Apply it after cleansing, before serums. Start at once or twice a week and build up only if skin stays comfortable. Wear sunscreen the next morning — fresh exfoliation raises UV sensitivity.
What skin types is md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10% good for?
Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Combination (oily), Oily skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry) skin.
Is md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10% good for sensitive skin?
Some ingredients here carry irritation flags, so sensitive skin should patch test on the jawline for a few days before applying it to the whole face.
Is md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10% fungal acne safe?
No ingredient in this formula is a recognised food source for malassezia, the yeast behind fungal acne.
Can I use md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10% while pregnant?
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.
Is md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10% fragrance free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is fragrance-free.
Does md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10% contain alcohol?
Yes — it contains Alcohol Denat..
Is md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10% silicone free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.
Does md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10% contain essential oils?
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.
Is md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10% paraben free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.
What can I layer with md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10%?
It layers well with Azelaic acid, Copper peptides, Bakuchiol, Niacinamide, Hyaluronic acid, Ceramides. Take more care combining it with Retinoids (retinol, retinal), Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide — use them in separate routines or on alternate days.
When should I apply md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10%?
Use it in the evening, after cleansing, before serums.
How many ingredients does md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10% have?
It lists 5 ingredients, of which 1 are recorded as actives.
Who makes md:peel pyruvic 40% + lactic 10%?
md:ceuticals.
Brand
md:ceuticals