25% AHA + 2% BHA + 5% PHA Peeling Solution
This assessment is based only on publicly available INCI, claims, and test evidence. It is not a full Clean Sheet certification. Full certification requires confidential formula review, exact concentrations, supplier documentation, manufacturing records, packaging compatibility, preservative efficacy, stability, and complete claim validation.
- Visible pores
- Post-acne marks and dark spots
- You have reactive or sensitised skin
- You have sensitive or eczema-prone skin
- You are new to active skincare - patch test first
Rs. 549 - Rs. 849 • Analysed 10 June 2026
Multi-acid peels are effective for India's most common skin concerns, including hyperpigmentation, uneven texture, and acne scarring, which are prevalent across Fitzpatrick III-V skin tones. At 25% AHA this is a high-potency formula. Start with weekly use at a maximum contact time of 10 minutes. Do not use on broken, sunburned, or sensitised skin. Apply broad-spectrum SPF 50 every morning for at least 7 days after each use, as chemical exfoliation significantly increases photosensitivity. This is not suitable for beginners to acid exfoliation. If significant stinging or visible redness occurs after rinsing, reduce frequency to biweekly. Avoid during pregnancy.
This is a web evidence review, not a Clean Sheet certification. We checked the ingredient list, publicly available test reports, marketing claims, and formula logic using only public information available at the time of review.
At a glance
What was checked
Each claim checked against publicly available evidence: published test reports, the ingredient list, and regulatory data.
Pilgrim explicitly confirms 25% AHA on the product page.
Pilgrim explicitly confirms 2% BHA (Salicylic Acid) on the product page.
Pilgrim explicitly confirms 5% PHA (Gluconolactone) on the product page.
Multi-acid formulas have ingredient-level evidence for texture and pigmentation improvement, but no finished-product clinical study or colorimetry result is publicly available for this formula.
Score breakdown
Public Evidence Score across 5 pillars. Open any row for the full rationale.
Ingredient SafetyExcellent27/30Clean allergen profile with a fragrance free formula.
There is no synthetic fragrance, no dyes, and no restricted preservatives in this formula. This is a rinse-off treatment product, not a leave-on, which reduces exposure context concerns. Glycolic Acid at 25% is a high concentration, and the single most important safety parameter is the formula pH, which Pilgrim has not published. A very low pH at this acid concentration could cause significant skin barrier disruption beyond what would be expected for a cosmetic-grade exfoliant. Salicylic Acid at 2% is within the permitted range for rinse-off treatment use under Indian and EU cosmetic regulations. Gluconolactone at 5% is gentle and well-tolerated. Niacinamide and Panthenol help moderate post-use irritation.
Formula LogicStrong19/25The three acid types work at different depths.
The three acid types work at different depths. Glycolic Acid has the smallest molecule and penetrates most deeply, stimulating collagen and renewing the skin surface. Lactic Acid is gentler with the added benefit of drawing moisture into the skin. Salicylic Acid is oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore rather than only at the surface. Gluconolactone is the mildest exfoliant in the group, acting gently at the surface while also soothing and hydrating. Niacinamide reduces post-use redness. The formula pH is not disclosed, which is a significant gap at this acid concentration since pH determines both potency and safety. The individual split between Glycolic and Lactic Acid within the 25% AHA total is also not specified, making the depth of exfoliation impossible to independently verify.
Claims EvidenceGood18/25The full ingredient list is published on the brand product page.
The full ingredient list is published on the brand product page. AHA (25%), BHA (2%), and PHA (5%) percentages are all confirmed by the brand, which is good active disclosure. The formula pH is not published. At concentrations this high, pH is the single most important safety and efficacy parameter, and its absence makes independent consumer risk assessment impossible. The individual split between Glycolic and Lactic Acid within the 25% AHA total is not specified. A recommended maximum contact time is not clearly stated on the main product page. No clinical study data has been published for this formula.
Test TransparencyGrade CFair7/15The brand confirms all three acid percentages, which is strong active disclosure.
The brand confirms all three acid percentages, which is strong active disclosure. No lab test report, pH measurement, or clinical exfoliation study is publicly accessible. For a product at this acid concentration, the pH value is not a minor formulation detail but a safety-critical parameter. The absence of a disclosed pH is a notable transparency gap that prevents independent consumer risk assessment. No dermatologist review or patch test result is publicly linked.
Consumer ClarityStrong4/5The product is clearly positioned as a treatment product rather than a leave-on, which is important consumer clarity.
The product is clearly positioned as a treatment product rather than a leave-on, which is important consumer clarity. Guidance on frequency and maximum contact time is available in brand communications. A recommendation to use SPF for at least 7 days after each use is present. The formula pH is not stated, which is the one piece of information that would allow confident consumer risk assessment at this acid concentration.
Ingredient list
13 ingredients · INCI order
| Ingredient |
|---|
Aqua |
Glycolic Acid |
Lactic Acid |
Salicylic Acid |
Gluconolactone |
Niacinamide |
Panthenol |
Allantoin |
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Sodium Hyaluronate |
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice |
Dipropylene Glycol |
Phenoxyethanol |
Ethylhexylglycerin |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
Regulatory screen
Each ingredient mapped against 10 global regulatory authorities
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious carcinogenicity flag found
No obvious public red flag found
Not triggered
Not triggered
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
Claims check
Each marketing claim assessed against publicly available evidence
Pilgrim explicitly confirms 25% AHA on the product page.
Evidence visible
Pilgrim explicitly confirms 2% BHA (Salicylic Acid) on the product page.
Evidence visible
Pilgrim explicitly confirms 5% PHA (Gluconolactone) on the product page.
Evidence visible
Multi-acid formulas have ingredient-level evidence for texture and pigmentation improvement, but no finished-product clinical study or colorimetry result is publicly available for this formula.
Mentioned only
What would improve this score
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
- ○Formula pH is not publicly disclosed. At 25% AHA, pH is the single most important parameter determining whether the exfoliation is cosmetic-grade or approaches clinical peel strength, and it is the information most needed for independent consumer risk assessment.
- ○The individual split between Glycolic Acid and Lactic Acid within the 25% AHA total is not specified. Knowing this ratio would clarify the depth and type of exfoliation delivered.
- ○A recommended maximum contact time is not clearly stated on the product page. For a high-concentration acid formula, this is a safety-critical piece of consumer guidance.
- ○No finished-product efficacy study is publicly available. A texture or pigmentation measurement result on the finished formula would substantiate the improvement claims.
This assessment is based only on publicly available INCI, claims, and test evidence. It is not a full Clean Sheet certification. Full certification requires confidential formula review, exact concentrations, supplier documentation, manufacturing records, packaging compatibility, preservative efficacy, stability, and complete claim validation.
Full methodology
- What global regulations say about each ingredient
- What toxicology evidence shows at cosmetic concentrations
- What formula concentration context changes
- What the product format and leave-on contact time changes
- What the stated user group needs
- What published test evidence confirms
- What the brand is claiming vs what evidence supports
