Cosmetic peeling cream, comprising a) an oil-in-water emulsion, containing (i) at least one fatty substance, (ii) at least one C12-C24 fatty alcohol, (iii) at least one co-emulsifier, and (iv) at least one thickening agent; b) a peeling agent, wherein the constituents a) and b) are present in a total ratio of a) to b) of from about 9:1 to about 1:1. Also provided are the use of the peeling cream, the method and application of said cream, as well as the method for the production thereof.