# Mandelic acid and betaine

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-betaine

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Work well together

Use [mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid) and [betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/betaine) together by applying the acid first and following it with betaine to keep skin hydrated. Mandelic acid can sometimes dry out the skin, while betaine adds back much-needed moisture and keeps the skin comfortable. If skin feels sensitive, try using a milder acid strength or leaving more time between products.

[Effects of water activity and low molecular weight humectants on skin permeability and hydration dynamics - a double-blind, randomized and controlled study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24786192/) [The efficiency of humectants as skin moisturizers in the presence of oil](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11301638/)

- [All about mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid)
- [All about betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/betaine)

### [Mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid) products

- [The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/the-ordinary/mandelic-acid-10-ha/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit
- [Nécessaire The Body Retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/necessaire/the-body-retinol/for/dark-spots) — Average fit
- [Good Molecules Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/good-molecules/mandelic-acid-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Superior fit — [AED 60.98 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0D6TWLB6T?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Glamglow Supermud Clearing Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/glamglow/supermud-clearing-treatment/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [AED 157.14 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B01MT9MPTX?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Dermalogica PowerBright Dark Spot Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/dermalogica/powerbright-dark-spot-peel/for/oily-skin) — Average fit
- [Sofie Pavitt Face Mandelic Clearing Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/sofie-pavitt-face/mandelic-clearing-serum/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Cetaphil Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/cetaphil/gentle-exfoliating-sa-lotion/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [AED 88.43 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0CZDP1Q9H?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [SkinCeuticals Cell Cycle Catalyst](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/skinceuticals/cell-cycle-catalyst/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [DIME TBT Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/dime/tbt-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [By Wishtrend Mandelic Acid 5% Skin Prep Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/by-wishtrend/mandelic-acid-5-skin-prep-water/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [AED 104.73 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B07MC4P4R8?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/haruharu-wonder/black-rice-triple-aha-gentle-cleansing-gel/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [AED 36.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0CKVL9PGY?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Neutrogena Bright Boost Gel Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/neutrogena/bright-boost-gel-cream/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit

### [Betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/betaine) products

- [COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/cosrx/advanced-snail-96-mucin-power-essence/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [AED 29.35 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B00PBX3L7K?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [COSRX The Hyaluronic Acid 3 Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/cosrx/the-hyaluronic-acid-3-serum/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [AED 49.98 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B09ZYCVH8N?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/good-molecules/niacinamide-serum/for/oily-skin) — Average fit — [AED 40.71 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B08R994Q1L?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All in One Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/cosrx/advanced-snail-92-all-in-one-cream/for/sensitive-skin) — Superior fit — [AED 36.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0CHJD8829?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [MEDIHEAL Collagen Ampoule Pad](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/mediheal/collagen-ampoule-pad/for/mature-skin) — High fit — [AED 113.44 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0BHVF95S9?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [PanOxyl Clarifying Exfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/panoxyl/clarifying-exfoliant/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [AED 62.98 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0CPQ9S5J8?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Anua Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/anua/heartleaf-77-clear-pad/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit — [AED 35.10 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B08JLMRTZS?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [innisfree Cherry Blossom Glow Jelly Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/innisfree/cherry-blossom-glow-jelly-cream/for/dry-skin) — Average fit — [AED 119.16 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0CWMKFMT4?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [The INKEY List Omega Water Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/the-inkey-list/omega-water-cream/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [AED 72.71 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B09TZDXTRT?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Illiyoon Ceramide Ato Soothing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/illiyoon/ceramide-ato-soothing-gel/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [AED 89.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B081PXPDQ9?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [COSRX Advanced Snail Mucin Power Sheet Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/cosrx/advanced-snail-mucin-power-sheet-mask/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [AED 73.65 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B08JSL9W6K?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [AMOREPACIFIC Treatment Enzyme Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/amorepacific/treatment-enzyme-peel/for/dark-spots) — Superior fit — [AED 382.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B09DR9K8XB?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

## Questions and answers

### Can you use mandelic acid and betaine together?

Yes, [mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid) and [betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/betaine) work well together to maintain skin hydration and improve tolerance. Lovi gives this combination a Superior fit.

### Which goes first, mandelic acid or betaine?

Mandelic acid and betaine work well together, so you can apply mandelic acid first to exfoliate followed by betaine to restore hydration and improve tolerance.

### Are mandelic acid and betaine good for sensitive skin?

Yes, mandelic acid and betaine work well together for sensitive skin. Combining them helps replenish moisture and improves skin tolerance while exfoliating.

## Research on mandelic acid and betaine

- [Comparative study of efficacy and safety of 45% mandelic acid versus 30% salicylic acid peels in mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31553119/) Mandelic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Chemical peels for acne vulgaris: a systematic review of randomised controlled trials](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29705755/) Mandelic acid · BMJ Open, 2018
- [Synergetic Effects of Aloe Vera Extract with Trimethylglycine for Targeted Aquaporin 3 Regulation and Long-Term Skin Hydration](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38611819/) Betaine · Molecules, 2024
- [Formulation of Ascorbic Acid and Betaine-based Therapeutic Deep Eutectic System for Enhanced Transdermal Delivery of Ascorbic Acid](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38794349/) Betaine · Pharmaceutics, 2024
- [The use of different concentrations of betaine as a reducing irritation agent in soaps monitored visually and non-invasively](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12535284/) Betaine · Skin Research and Technology, 2003

## Other combinations

- Keep them apart: [Benzoyl peroxide and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Retinol and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/retinol-and-mandelic-acid)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/niacinamide-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and sodium lactate](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-sodium-lactate)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and tromethamine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-tromethamine)
- Work well together: [Acetyl hexapeptide-3 and betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3-and-betaine)
- Work well together: [Bio-placenta peptides and betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides-and-betaine)
- Work well together: [Collagen peptide and betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/collagen-peptide-and-betaine)
- Work well together: [Betaine and copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/betaine-and-copper-peptide)
- Work well together: [Hexapeptide and betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/hexapeptide-and-betaine)
- Work well together: [Betaine and hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/betaine-and-hexapeptide-9)
- Work well together: [Betaine and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/betaine-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4)
- Work well together: [Betaine and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/betaine-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1)
- Work well together: [Betaine and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/betaine-and-peptide-rich-plasma)
- Work well together: [Betaine and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/betaine-and-triple-peptide-blend)
- Work well together: [AHA blend glycolic and citric acids and betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids-and-betaine)
- Work well together: [Betaine and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/betaine-and-citric-acid)
- Work well together: [Glycolic acid and betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/glycolic-acid-and-betaine)
- Work well together: [Lactic acid and betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-betaine)
- Work well together: [Glycerin and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid)
- Depends on the strength: [Mandelic acid and hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-hyaluronic-acid)
- Work well together: [Betaine and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/betaine-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Acetyl hexapeptide-3 and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Bio-placenta peptides and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Carnosine and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/carnosine-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-collagen-peptide)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-copper-peptide)
- Keep them apart: [Hexapeptide and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/hexapeptide-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-hexapeptide-9)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-peptide-rich-plasma)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-triple-peptide-blend)
- Keep them apart: [Adapalene and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/adapalene-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-granactive-retinoid)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and hydroxypinacolone retinoate](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-hydroxypinacolone-retinoate)
- Keep them apart: [Pro-retinol and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/pro-retinol-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Retinal and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/retinal-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and retinoid blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-retinoid-blend)
- Keep them apart: [Tretinoin and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/tretinoin-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and gluconolactone](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-gluconolactone)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and lactobionic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-lactobionic-acid)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-cholesterol)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and lauric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-lauric-acid)
- Work well together: [Linoleic acid and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/linoleic-acid-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Arginine and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/arginine-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-gaba)
- Work well together: [Silk amino acids and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/silk-amino-acids-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Taurine and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/taurine-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and theanine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-theanine)
- Work well together: [Ferulic acid and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/ferulic-acid-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Vitamin E and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Azelaic acid and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/azelaic-acid-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Allantoin and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/allantoin-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and bisabolol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-bisabolol)
- Work well together: [Panthenol and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/panthenol-and-mandelic-acid)

## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi checks every pairing with brand-independent rules its dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this pairing advice: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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