At-Home Resurfacing Peels That Really Work

Honest All the Feels 10% AHA + 2% BHA Resurfacing Peel ($33)

This brand-new launch from Honest, made for those with dull skin, is packed with glycolic, salicylic and tartaric acid to replace dead skin cells with a smoother, brighter complexion. “It’s like getting a pro-quality peel at home. A quick skin reset, and you don’t even have to leave the house,” says founder Jessica Alba.

Olehenriksen Dewtopisa 25% Acid Flash Mask ($50)

This powerful new pearlescent flash mask boasts 25 percent AHAs and PHAs to retexturize skin, including visibly reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and pores. Its secret superpower is that it promises an improvement in skin clarity in just five minutes.

Peach & Lily Super Reboot Resurfacing Mask ($45)

This pro-level formula exfoliates, resurfaces and retexturizes skin by “de-gunking” impurities within the pores and dead skin cells on the surface to reveal fresh, healthy skin. It knocks out clogged pores, rough patches and bumps, making skin noticeably smoother.

U Beauty Resurfacing Compound ($228)

One of U Beauty’s many widely adored products, this resurfacing compound is worth the hype. It boosts overall complexion through brightening, resurfacing, tightening and defending skin. Results, including diminished appearance of pores, dark spots, fine lines and wrinkles can be seen before a week’s time. We also love the full body Resurfacing Compound for smooth skin head to toe.

The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Exfoliating Peeling Solution ($10)

The Ordinary’s products always pack a real punch for under $10, and this peeling solution is no exception. It uses AHAs and BHAs to combat visible blemishes and improve skin texture and radiance. One reviewer says it does “magical things to your skin.”

Tata Harper Resurfacing Mask ($68)

Blocked pores and dull, rough skin don’t stand a chance against this deeply exfoliating resurfacing mask. You’ll instantly notice a smoother complexion and illuminated glow.

Kate Somerville Liquid ExfoliKate Triple Acid Resurfacing Treatment ($68)

Slough away surface dullness, smooth skin texture and refine pores with this powerful peel. One user reports it “made a dramatic improvement in [their] scars and discoloration.”

Alpyn Beauty Wild Huckleberry 8-Acid Polishing Peel ($56)

I love the sensorial experience of using this double-exfoliating eight-acid peel. It visibly smooths, brightens and refines skin. After one five-minute use, 100 percent of users agreed their skin felt smoother. Alpyn Beauty also recently launched a sensitive version so everyone can enjoy the benefits.

Beautycounter Reflect Effect Overnight Resurfacing Peel ($77)

This multi-acid leave-on peel improves skin texture and clarity without any irritation. Glycolic, malic and lactic acid clear dull surface skin cells for a renewed complexion. After two weeks of use, 97 percent of people reported that their skin felt resurfaced.

Peter Thomas Roth Pumpkin Enzyme Mask Enzymatic Dermal Resurfacer ($60)

This three-in-one skin resurfacer is good to have on hand all year, but with its pumpkin base and scent, it’s especially timely as fall approaches. It exfoliates and visibly polishes skin for a super smooth complexion.