Best Treatments for Dullness
Ranked by 15 mentions across Reddit
Reddit’s top treatments for Dullness

Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel
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Weekly peel pads with combined glycolic and salicylic acids refresh skin texture and improve glow after dryness.
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Community take
For dullness, Redditors frequently recommend lactic acid and BHA treatments like Sunday Riley Good Genes and Paula’s Choice BHA for brightening and exfoliation. Multi-acid peels are also popular for softer, more radiant skin.
What works
- Lactic acid serums like Good Genes consistently improve skin glow.
- BHA exfoliants effectively remove dead skin, reducing dullness.
- Multi-acid peels soften skin and minimize pores.
Watch out for
- Some find Paula’s Choice BHA irritating or damaging to skin.
- Active acids increase sun sensitivity, requiring sun protection.
- Expensive products like Good Genes can be cost-prohibitive for some.

Good Genes Lactic Acid Treatment
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Lactic acid serum becomes a go-to for users aiming to glow by gently exfoliating on non-retinol nights.

Multi-Acid Milk Peel AHA Exfoliating Solution
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Multi-acid formula targets uneven texture and refines pores when used weekly at night.

Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
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Nightly use clears clogged skin, making textures feel less dead and more awake.


