goop Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Pads — 15% AHA Pre-Soaked Night Peel, 4-Pack for Resurfacing & Hydration

goop Beauty 15% Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Pads are pre-soaked night-time peel pads designed to refine texture, retexturize skin, and brighten the complexion while you sleep.

These intensive pads take inspiration from professional chemical peels, combining a 15% glycolic acid concentration with fruit-derived extracts and hyaluronic acid to help sweep away dead surface cells and reveal smoother-looking skin. The formula omits parabens, silicones, and common irritants, and the pads are designed for controlled, easy application across face, neck, chest, and shoulders.

How do these pads improve skin texture overnight?

The glycolic acid works as an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) to loosen bonds between dead skin cells, allowing the top layer to slough off more efficiently. Fruit extracts contribute antioxidants and natural acids for complementary exfoliation, while hyaluronic acid helps preserve hydration so skin looks less rough and more refined.

• 15% glycolic acid concentration for chemical exfoliation
• Fruit extracts (mango, banana, yellow mombin, kakadu plum) for supportive brightening
• Hyaluronic acid to help maintain moisture and plumpness
• Use at night for gradual resurfacing while skin regenerates

Are these pads safe for sensitive or easily irritated skin?

Formulated without parabens, petroleum, phthalates, SLS, SLES, PEGs, TEA, DEA, silicones, and artificial dyes or fragrances, these pads reduce exposure to many common irritants. However, a 15% AHA strength is potent; perform a patch test and introduce use gradually to gauge tolerance.

• Patch-test before full-face use—apply one pad to a small area
• Start with once or twice weekly, then increase frequency if tolerated
• Avoid mixing with other strong actives (retinoids, other acids) at first
• Use daytime SPF after exfoliation to protect newly revealed skin

How should I incorporate the pads into my evening routine?

Use the dual-textured pad to sweep the exfoliant over clean, dry skin in the evening, avoiding the immediate eye area. Let the formula absorb overnight; follow with a hydrating serum or moisturizer if your skin needs extra nourishment.

• Cleansing first ensures better product contact and efficacy
• Apply once skin is dry—do not rinse off—leave on overnight
• Follow with hydrating products compatible with AHAs
• Reduce frequency if you experience prolonged redness or sensitivity

What immediate and short-term results can I expect?

Many users notice smoother texture and improved radiance after the first use, as the pads remove dull, flaky surface cells. Continued, measured use over days to weeks can help even tone and refine skin feel; individual responses depend on skin type and routine consistency.

• Instant: visibly smoother surface after exfoliation
• Short-term: improved radiance and apparent texture within two weeks
• Works on face, neck, chest, and shoulders for broader resurfacing
• Not tested on animals; formulated to avoid common problematic ingredients

Who this is for: These pads are intended for adults seeking an at-home professional-style exfoliant to address roughness, dullness, and uneven texture. They suit people comfortable introducing a strong AHA into their routine, those who prioritize clean-formula skincare, and anyone wanting a straightforward night-time resurfacing step—provided they follow patch-testing and sun protection guidance.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Glycolic Acid, Alcohol Denat., Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Propanediol, Spondias Mombin Pulp Extract, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Pulp Extract, Musa Sapientum (Banana) Pulp Extract, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Zizyphus Jujuba Seed Extract, Lavendula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ascorbic Acid, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Galactoarabinan, Piperonyl Glucose, Citric Acid, Decyl Glucoside, Levan, Xylitol, Caprylic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenethyl Alcohol, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate