Peel Shot Exfoliating Black Rice Ampoule — Reddit Reviews
by Dr. Melaxin
Updated August 5, 2026
Brightens dull skin noticeably within days
What the community says
A thick, sticky exfoliating ampoule with black rice extract that brightens dull skin and smooths texture, though some find it irritating and heavy, especially for sensitive or compromised barriers.
What this means for you
What people love
- Brightens dull skin noticeably within days
- Effectively removes flakes immediately after application
- Unique black rice formulation adds antioxidant benefits
Watch out for
- Heavy, sticky texture can feel uncomfortable and cause itchiness
- Potential to irritate sensitive skin or damage barrier if overused
- Claims of pore clearing are overstated; results vary
Product details
Skin type data limited
Real Reddit threads
4 threads from r/SkincareAddiction, r/tretinoin +1 more
“I’ve used both Anua Heartleaf + LHA and Dr. Melaxin Peel Shot.”
Positive
“after a peeling gel is night and day.”
Positive
“My pores look like this too around my nose and cheeks, and after a peeling gel is night and day.”
Positive
“AM- Dr. Melaxin peel shot, The Ordinary HA moisturizer”
Cautionary
“The second photo was today (day 2), after I gently washed my face with the Peel Shot”
Cautionary
“What I would do for now is stop all of your actives like the glycolyic acid and the peel shot”
Cautionary
“One or two nights a week I use the (white, not black rice) Dr. Melaxin Peel Shot.”
Positive
“it definitely immediately rubs off all my flakes.”
Positive
“While I don't believe it clears pores like the TikTok folks claim”
Positive
“I wash my face and then use the Dr. Melaxin peel shot.”
Positive
“Then I just put all this on left to right before bed.”
Positive
“It feels very heavy and can get a bit itchy cuz it’s so thick and sticky.”
Positive