Alternative to Peter Thomas Roth Resurfacing pads?

[bkbk123]

Help!  I love this product and it looks like it might be discontinued.   What is a good alternative?   I'm in my 40's and this product was a great exfoliator.  I just need it for exfoliation, not acne.   I have sensitive skin, so nothing too harsh.   What have you replaced it with?  Thanks in advance!

[itsfi]

@bkbk123, it looks like you can purchase the product direct from the brand's site or from Macy's.

In terms of a suitable replacement, that's a hard one - the one from Peter Thomas Roth contains 20% glycolic acid and 1.5% encapsulated retinol which, at least as far as I've seen, is not that common a combination. I've not used the PTR as my skin is sensitive to retinol, but here are some peel pads that may be of interest to you: 

Under $25:

• Pixi By Petra Glow Peel Advanced Exfoliating Pads - this contains 20% glycolic acid but not the encapsulated retinol
• Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Mini Alpha Beta® Ultra Gentle Daily Peel Pads for Sensitive Skin 5 Treatme... - these are for sensitive skin and will be more gentle that the PTR pads. Sephora only seems to carry the mini version but that might be a good way for you to see if it's compatible with your skin and if it's something you like

$25 - $50:

• First Aid Beauty Brighten + Glow Facial Radiance Pads with Glycolic + Lactic Acids  contains two different types of AHA (glycolic and lactic acids) and BHA (salicylic acid). 
• EADEM Cashmere Peel Milky Exfoliant & Hydrating Essence — Daily AHA + PHA Formula with 9% Azelaic, L... - this is a very gentle exfoliating toner. It's not a presoaked pad like the PTR. Lactic acid is more gentle than glycolic acid. 

Over $50: 

• Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta® Extra Strength Daily Peel Pads - these come in a smaller 5 pack set that might be worth looking into first, to see how your skin responds without making the $$$ commitment up front. Also, occasionally, you'll find these available in the Rewards Bazaar for 100 pts or possibly more
• Elemis Dynamic Gentle Resurfacing Pads with Lactic Acid 60 pads contain lactic acid, another type of AHA, but is more gentle than glycolic acid - there's also a travel size available for $25
• This isn't a presoaked pad but Augustinus Bader The Essence 3.7 oz/ 100 mL contains phytic acid, an AHA that is gentler than glycolic acid.