Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel or Manyo Galactomy Enzyme Peeling Gel: which rinse-off peeling gel?

Published Nov 3, 2026 · Gatgooun

Written with AI assistance and reviewed by the Gatgooun editor. We have not tested these products; the directions and ingredient names are the brands' own. For information only, not skincare or haircare advice.

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Beauty of Joseon gives exact directions for its Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel: a dime-sized amount, massaged for 20 seconds, on face or body. Manyo's Galactomy Enzyme Peeling Gel says a moderate amount, gives no time, and comes in a smaller 2.5 fl oz listing. Both brands' FAQs say once or twice a week.

Both go on dry skin after cleansing and are rinsed off. We read both brands' product pages and the Amazon listing titles on November 1, 2026. We don't list prices, we haven't tested either one, and we don't promise results.

Amount, time and size, at a glance

The Amazon sizes come from the listing titles. Everything else comes from the brands' own pages.

Apricot Blossom: a dime-sized amount for 20 seconds

Beauty of Joseon's How to Use section is one sentence, broken into steps here:

• Its key-ingredient line names plum blossom water (19%) and plant-based exfoliants (8%), which the brand describes as a vegan cellulose blend.
• Beauty of Joseon's page says the gel can be used on the face and the body.
• Its FAQ recommends using it only one to two times a week.
• The full list starts with water, prunus mume flower water and cellulose.

1. After cleansing, apply a dime-sized amount to dry skin, avoiding the eye area.
2. Massage for 20 seconds.
3. Rinse well.

Galactomy: circles, then rinse and pat dry

Manyo's How To Use section has three steps:

• The list starts with water, dipropylene glycol and cellulose; galactomyces ferment filtrate, papain and gluconolactone come later.
• Orange peel oil is also on Manyo's list.
• Manyo's FAQ says to use it once or twice a week rather than every day, to adjust to how your skin responds, and to pause if dryness or irritation develops.

1. Dispense a moderate amount onto dry skin.
2. Massage in circles, staying clear of the eye and lip areas.
3. Rinse off with warm water and pat dry.

If you already use an acid toner

• Beauty of Joseon's FAQ separates its cellulose gel from its own Green Plum Refreshing Toner, which contains 3% AHA. Manyo's FAQ names gluconolactone, a PHA, in its gel.
• Manyo's FAQ also explains the terms: peeling gel describes a product format, while AHA and BHA are types of exfoliating acids, and the two can overlap because peeling gels may also contain acids.
• If your routine already has an acid product, read both labels before adding either gel.

Sources

• Beauty of Joseon: Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel
• Manyo US: Galactomy Enzyme Peeling Gel
• Amazon US listing: Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel (100 ml)
• Amazon US listing: Manyo Galactomy Enzyme Peeling Gel (2.5 fl oz)