The word “peel” might not seem very appealing (pun intended) when you’re talking about your skin…unless you’ve discovered Alpha Beta Peel Pads from Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare. I’ve been using them in the Original formula (recommended for first-time peel users) for two weeks now and…wow. Just wow. That definitely describes them in a nutshell, but I’ll elaborate.
They’re presoaked towelettes that contain the patented formula for the antiaging treatment Dr. Dennis Gross uses on his patients in his New York City practice. Since we can’t all get treatments at his practice every day, these are a realistic, easy, and convenient way to experience the same exceptional results at home.
Here’s what you do: before bed, wash your face with your favorite cleanser making sure to remove all makeup, dry thoroughly, tear open the Step 1 side of the packet, unfold the towelette, and gently apply it in circular motions all over your face and neck until the pad feels dry (it takes a couple minutes). Then, wait two minutes (I set a timer on my phone), apply Step 2 the same way you applied Step 1, wait another two minutes, and finish with a serum and/or moisturizer of your choice. That’s it! The hardest part is waiting all day to use them. Seriously, sleep isn’t the only reason I look forward to getting ready for bed anymore! The whole process (which only takes about 10 minutes) is therapeutic for me because I know it’s making a difference in the appearance of my complexion (as someone who has problem skin, I can’t tell you what a relief that is!).
The Original formula reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and pores; smoothes and brighten skin; evens skin tone; improves skin texture; polishes and primes skin for optimal receipt of treatment products; and improves cell turnover. After I’m done with my 30-day supply of the Original, I’m thinking about advancing to the Extra Strength. It gives you the same results as the Original, plus extra antiaging benefits. Check out these impressive stats for the Extra Strength from a consumer-use study:
- 98% of participants agreed that their skin felt smoother and was softer in 28 days, and 96% agreed that their skin looked healthier in 28 days.
- 91% of participants agreed that their skin was firmer and more radiant in 28 days.
- 86% of participants agreed that their pores looked smaller in 28 days.
- 88% of participants agreed that their skin tone was brighter and more even in 28 days.
- 98% of participants agreed that they loved how their skin looked and felt in 28 days.
- 93% of participants agreed that their skin had an overall glow and looked more youthful in 28 days.
- 84% of participants agreed that their fine lines looked visibly reduced, and 78% agreed that their wrinkles looked visibly reduced in 28 days.
- 100% of participants agreed that this formula was gentle on their skin and fit easily into their regular beauty routine.
Who can argue with those percentages? I’m hoping the Dr. Gross Set of 2 30-Day Peel Pads with Bonus Retinol Solution is available in the Extra Strength by the time I run out of the Original so I can take advantage of the amazing value. But, let’s face it, I’ll order either formula because I never want to go a night without Peel Pads!
Have you tried them? Which skin-care products can’t you live without?
—Missy