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Peter Thomas Roth Max Complexion Correction Pads
Summary
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Powerful Peter Thomas Roth Max Complexion Correction Pads with maximum-strength 2% Salicylic Acid and a 10% Glycolic Acid Complex clear up acne and help reduce the look of pores and texture.
Key Ingredients
- 2% Salicylic Acid: over-the-counter level clears acne blemishes and helps prevent future breakouts
- 10% Glycolic Acid Complex: chemically exfoliates to help improve the look of fine lines, uneven skin tone and texture
- Aloe & Allantoin: help calm and soothe skin's appearance
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Cleanse skin thoroughly.
Gently wipe entire affected area one to two times daily.
Use soft side of pad to deliver gentle cleansing action; use textured side for extra exfoliation.
Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one use daily, then gradually increase as needed.
If bothersome dryness or peeling occur, reduce use to once a day or every other day.
Active: Salicylic Acid 2%. Inactive: Alcohol Denat., Water/Aqua/Eau, Butylene Glycol, Glycolic Acid, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Arginine, Sodium Hydroxide, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Fragrance/Parfum, Prunus Persica (Peach) Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract, Allantoin, Triethanolamine, Amyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Limonene, Benzoic Acid, Geraniol, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Citronellol, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Benzyl Alcohol, Citral, Benzyl Benzoate.
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Is it recommended to use morning or night?
- Asked by Morning or night?
- Official Answer By Peter Thomas Roth - BE - DisabledGoodbye Acne Max Complexion Correction Pads can be used daily after cleaning in the morning or at night. We recommend to start with 1 use daily at night, then gradually increase to twice daily as needed.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can these be used anywhere on the body as well?
- Asked by Jane
- Official Answer By Peter Thomas Roth - BE - DisabledYes, Goodbye Acne Max Complexion Correction Pads will clear up active acne blemishes and help prevent future breakouts on your face and body. You can also apply Goodbye Acne AHA/BHA Acne Clearing Gel Face Body Spot Treatment to your face and body.Was this answer helpful to you
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can this be used with retin a?
- Asked by RC
- Verified Replythese are the only precautions. Precautions: Do not allow pad to remain on skin. For external use only. Sunburn Alert: This product contains an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that may increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use a sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
how many pads come in this product?
- Asked by Samantha
- Verified ReplyHello, there are 60 pads that come in this productWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I use this along with prescribed acne medication that contains retin-a?
- Asked by Ten
- Verified ReplyThe Max Complexion Correction Pads are not compatible with Retin-A since the formulation contains Willow Bark which is source for salicylic acid.Was this answer helpful to you
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Are you supposed to still moisturize after using this product?
- Asked by Nicole
- Verified ReplyThese should be used and left on and then followed by a serum. A serum will work better if anything!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Hey I was wondering how long should you use these pads for? Is this a product that can be used every day all year long? or is this more of a product that should be used maybe a few times a year. Thanks!
- Asked by JoeDel
- Verified ReplyHi! For this product, you should cleanse and rinse your face thoroughly before applying. Wipe affected area gently with pad, using light pressure. Do not scrub. Repeat with clean pad to remove remaining traces of oil, dead skin cells, pollutants and make-up residue. Because dryness can occur, apply once daily, increasing to two to three times daily as needed. If undue dryness or scaling occurs, use once daily or every other day or alternate with PTR Gentle Complexion Correction PadsWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
When do you apply the pads, before or after a mask treatment?
- Asked by katherine
- Verified ReplyHi Katherine, Thank you for reaching out. You would apply after a mask. Wishing you beautiful skin! PTR TeamWas this answer helpful to you
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Do you use this before or after your serum? Will my serum not work as well if I use it before/after these pads?
- Asked by Lorenn
- Verified Reply - Brand ExpertThese should be used and left on and then followed by a serum. Your serum will work better if anything!Was this answer helpful to you
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I'm 56 I used oiless oil , extra light moisturizer and at night retina and I started using new water drench cream I still get black heads in my nose and white heads too I have sensitive skin I have reddish skin which pads are better for me the acne ones or the un wrinkles pads
- Asked by Pacha
- Verified Reply - Brand ExpertThe acne pads have alcohol and are very strong. You can use them in the areas that you get acne on but avoid the red, dry, sensitive areas. You should also make sure you are exfoliating regularly in the areas you get breakouts. I recommend a gentle exfoliator like FIRMx Peeling Gel.Was this answer helpful to you
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Are you supposed to still moisturize after using this product?
- Asked by Nicole
- Verified ReplyThese should be used and left on and then followed by a serum. A serum will work better if anything!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Hey I was wondering how long should you use these pads for? Is this a product that can be used every day all year long? or is this more of a product that should be used maybe a few times a year. Thanks!
- Asked by JoeDel
- Verified ReplyHi! For this product, you should cleanse and rinse your face thoroughly before applying. Wipe affected area gently with pad, using light pressure. Do not scrub. Repeat with clean pad to remove remaining traces of oil, dead skin cells, pollutants and make-up residue. Because dryness can occur, apply once daily, increasing to two to three times daily as needed. If undue dryness or scaling occurs, use once daily or every other day or alternate with PTR Gentle Complexion Correction PadsWas this answer helpful to you
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When do you apply the pads, before or after a mask treatment?
- Asked by katherine
- Verified ReplyHi Katherine, Thank you for reaching out. You would apply after a mask. Wishing you beautiful skin! PTR TeamWas this answer helpful to you
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Do you use this before or after your serum? Will my serum not work as well if I use it before/after these pads?
- Asked by Lorenn
- Verified Reply - Brand ExpertThese should be used and left on and then followed by a serum. Your serum will work better if anything!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I'm 56 I used oiless oil , extra light moisturizer and at night retina and I started using new water drench cream I still get black heads in my nose and white heads too I have sensitive skin I have reddish skin which pads are better for me the acne ones or the un wrinkles pads
- Asked by Pacha
- Verified Reply - Brand ExpertThe acne pads have alcohol and are very strong. You can use them in the areas that you get acne on but avoid the red, dry, sensitive areas. You should also make sure you are exfoliating regularly in the areas you get breakouts. I recommend a gentle exfoliator like FIRMx Peeling Gel.Was this answer helpful to you
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Is this product ok for sensitive skin? Does this product have benzoyl peroxide in it?
- Asked by CRS
- Verified Reply - Brand ExpertThis product does not contain benzoyl peroxide. It contains Salicylic Acid and Glycolic Acid. This is a rather strong product so I recommend starting to use it about once a week and then building up to more frequent use once you see how your skin is tolerating it. Also, you may want to start with just targeting the areas of concern and avoiding drier areas.Was this answer helpful to you
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Hello What product would be the best for clearing the dark marks left after acne?
- Asked by lynn
- Verified Reply - Brand ExpertThis product would be great for those concerns. I also recommend AHA/BHA Acne Clearing Gel. The combination of Salicylic and Glycolic Acids are great for both treating active acne and for helping to reduce the appearance of acne that isn't active but is still visible.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I have sensitive, combination skin. As a woman in her mid 20's, my skin is changing especially still since 3yrs ago I was on Accutane for systic acne. which turned my oily skin into combo/dry skin, especially now during winter; but now my pores are starting to get larger again & my hormonal acne is coming back periodically (not cysts thankfully) and I still have scarring from the cystic acne. My skin is also fair and I'm prone to redness & easily irritated by products and fragrances. I used to use the Gentle Complexion Pads, which are now discontinued. Would this be a good option for exfoliating, reducing pore size & evening skin tone? I've been getting a lot of dead skin buildup around my nose, cheeks & t-zone this winter. Suggestions appreciated!
- Asked by Courtney
- Verified Reply - Brand ExpertYes, this product could be great for those concerns. You can also only target the areas that have the issues you are referencing and avoid the dry areas. You can also try AHA/BHA Acne Clearing Gel, you can target its use on pores, blemishes and scars with a combination of Salicylic and Glycolic Acids.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
What would be a good cleanser to pair with this?
- Asked by kristen
- Verified Reply - Brand ExpertWe have an excellent Acne Gel Cleanser I highly recommend. It has 2% Salicylic Acid, the maximum level allowed for treating acne.Was this answer helpful to you
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Is it ok to use this product after using the PTR acne cleansing wash? I am concerned about excessive dryness with using both products together.
- Asked by etstuff
- Verified Reply - Brand ExpertThese two products can be used together but you are correct, they may be too drying to some skins. You can work up to using them together daily but first add the pads in every other day and work up to daily. You can play around with using these products by alternating days or by targeting specific areas of the face or body rather than everywhere.Was this answer helpful to you
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Most Helpful Positive Review
Works quickly and effectively - game changer for me!
Preface: I believe my acne is almost entirely stress related. I'm in my mid-30s and live in the 'burbs. Over the winter I started getting very bad acne on and below my jawline and onto my neck; something I had never experienced before. My skin care routine had not changed and I had not added any ne...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Caused my eyes to swell almost shut!
I was so excited when I purchased this product. I love Peter Thomas Roth's products and since having my hysterectomy I was struggling with really bad acne on my chin. I read tons of reviews and decided to pull the trigger with this. I used the product for 4 days 1 time a day and followed up with the...
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Makes skin glow
I use lots of skincare and for most, I honestly don't really know if it's actually doing anything. This one does. I don't use every night, but on nights I do, my skin genuinely glows the next day. It doesn't help my melasma, but the glow is great!
Love this product
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If you've been struggling with acne look no further these complexion pads really works! Now I need to purchase a product for post acne discoloration!! Thanks PTR
Definitely helps skin! Have been using for years
I don't usually write reviews, but I have been using these for years. I have sensitive skin and these have left my skin clear. I would definitely recommend. If you have any issues with your skin don't hesitate. The smell goes away quickly. I'm usually sensitive to smell, but these so not bother me.
I would buy this over and over
It has made an incredible difference in my acne
Great for makeup prep!
Love adding these to my makeup prep! Works as a great gentle exfoliator, smoothing out sking for seemless makeup application!! I dont use daily so im not sure how harsh these would be if used more regularly though. Great for occasional use!!