Mediheal
Phyto-Enzyme Peeling Pad
A exfoliating exfoliant by Mediheal, built around 4 exfoliating ingredients.
20 of 20 ingredients identified
Informational only — check the packaging and a professional for advice.
4 exfoliating ingredients detected
This formula contains Betaine Salicylate, Citric Acid, Papain, LHA. A high exfoliation load can compromise the skin barrier and increase sensitivity.
Contains fragrance
Fragrance is a common trigger for sensitivity and irritation in reactive skin.
Category breakdown
Solvent / vehicle · 4Exfoliant · 4Fragrance · 4Humectant · 3Other · 3Antioxidant · 1Surfactant · 1
Relationships
No notable synergies or conflicts detected between the identified ingredients.
Full ingredient breakdown
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A gold-standard humectant that draws water into the skin.
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A salt of betaine and salicylic acid (CAS 17671-53-3) used as a mild BHA exfoliant in Korean skincare; provides keratolytic and pore-clearing activity with significantly less irritation than free salicylic acid.
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A gentle humectant derived from sugar beets.
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A multifunctional antioxidant that calms skin and enhances the performance of preservative systems.
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An AHA most often used in small amounts to adjust pH.
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A cysteine protease enzyme extracted from the papaya fruit (Carica papaya). Used in cosmetics as an enzymatic exfoliant: it cleaves peptide bonds in denatured keratin, dissolving dead skin cell buildup without mechanical abrasion. Produces a smoother, brighter complexion and aids cell turnover. However, papain carries a well-documented sensitization risk — peer-reviewed research confirms it disrupts tight junction proteins and can induce IgE-mediated allergic responses even at low concentrations (1 µg/ml in vitro). Sensitization is partly independent of enzymatic activity, meaning inhibited papain retains allergenic potential. Cross-reactivity with latex and tropical fruits is documented. Avoid on broken, compromised, or sensitized skin. Not appropriate for daily use.
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A lipophilic derivative of salicylic acid developed by L'Oréal, known as lipo-hydroxy acid (LHA), which exfoliates more gradually and selectively than salicylic acid with improved skin tolerability.
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A polysaccharide humectant that hydrates and calms; often compared to hyaluronic acid.