Dr. gross alpha beta peel pads extra strength vs. regular

[#1]

Dr. Gross alpha beta peel pads come in regular and extra strength. How do I decide which is better for me? Also, do you reccomend any similar products that are less expensive? Thanks!

[#2]

Hi Lothlaurien,

The Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Peels are great to refine the skins texture. I suggest starting off with the original Alpha Beta Daily Face Peel. The extra strength formula is good if you are highly concerned with fine lines, wrinkles and sun damage.

http://www.sephora.com/alpha-beta-daily-face-peel-P42787?skuId=716373

Another option, would be the First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Pads. It contains a gentle amount of lactic and glycolic acid to smooth out the skin. It retails for $28 for 60 pads!

http://www.sephora.com/facial-radiance-pads-P278317?skuId=1309608

[#3]

Dr. Gross Alpha Beta is pretty mild. The extra strength is for infrequent use (twice a week or less) like a treatment, while the normal strength one can be for daily use, like a toner pad. I have normal combo skin and they don't cause flakiness/dryness or any irritation. I don't have wrinkles so I don't know about anti-aging stuff

First Aid peel is more like toner on a pad, great for daily upkeeps and cleaning off excess oil or prep for moisturizer.

Origins Brighter by Nature Peels provides the fastest/most significant result so far for smoothing skin and dark spots without too much irritation. It mildly stings a bit, but not as bad as other treatment. Apply a heavier than usual moisturizer afterward. My face was smoothe after applying, flaky the second day (shedding skin), and super soft and smooth the 3rd day and afterwards (new skin yay). I used it twice a week and my skin feels smoother, incredibly soft, and the dark spot near my hairline lightened at least 3 shades (I couldn't find it at first glance).