Mandelic acid, a gentle alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), is derived from bitter almonds. It is suitable for all skin types, especially sensitive and acne-prone skin. Mandelic acid exfoliates the skin, reduces wrinkles and fine lines, manages acne, and helps with hyperpigmentation. It may also help with sun damage and evening out pigmentation.
["Gentle on all skin types: Suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin.", "Exfoliates all skin types: Removes dead skin cells and reveals smoother skin.", "Reduces the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines: Improves skin elasticity and firmness.", "Helps manage acne and clogged pores: Unclogs pores, dissolves blackheads, and controls sebum production.", "Reduced hyperpigmentation and discoloration: Helps prevent different types of hyperpigmentation, including melasma.", "May help with sun damage and evening out pigmentation.", "Skin firming: Improves skin elasticity and reduces wrinkles.", "Acne treatment: Reduces acne and skin inflammation.", "Discoloration: Fades dark spots on the skin."]
Suitable for all skin types, especially sensitive and acne-prone skin.
Skin irritation, redness, itching, swelling, sensitivity, and photosensitivity.
["Do a patch test before use.", "Start with lower concentrations and apply no more than once a week.", "Avoid using with other chemical peels and exfoliants.", "Avoid getting it in the eyes.", "Moisturize after use.", "Start slow: Choose products with a low concentration for your first use of mandelic acid.", "Limit use: Start by applying it every few days and work up to daily use.", "Rotate products: Be careful if you use mandelic acid at the same time as other alpha hydroxy acids or retinol products.", "Wear sunscreen: Alpha hydroxy acids can lead to sun sensitivity."]
Derived from bitter almonds.
Products containing the AHAs glycolic and lactic acid are safe for use by consumers if: The AHA concentration is 10 percent or less. The final product has a pH of 3.5 or greater. The final product is formulated in such a way that it protects the skin from increased sun sensitivity or its package directions tell consumers to use daily protection from the sun.
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["Mandelic acid may increase the skin's sensitivity to UV light, so sunscreen is recommended after use.", "Mandelic acid can help dry skin produce more of its own sebum or natural oil.", "Mandelic acid is a larger molecule than glycolic acid, so it penetrates the skin more slowly and is less irritating.", "Mandelic acid can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating collagen production.", "Mandelic acid can help treat acne by removing dead skin cells and dirt from pores, killing bacteria, and regulating oil production.", "Mandelic acid can help reduce the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation by inhibiting the production of melanin, the pigment that gives skin its color.", "Mandelic acid is not melanotoxic, meaning it does not kill melanocytes and won't exacerbate discoloration.", "Mandelic acid is oil-soluble, so it can penetrate deeper into the skin than water-soluble AHAs like glycolic and lactic acids.", "AHAs are used in cosmetics for smoothing fine lines and surface wrinkles, improving skin texture and tone, unblocking and cleansing pores, and improving skin condition in general."]
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