# Mandelic acid and lauric acid

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-lauric-acid

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Australia.

Work well together

Use them in the same routine, applying the [mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/mandelic-acid) first and the [lauric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/lauric-acid) right after. Mandelic acid gently exfoliates the skin, while lauric acid helps restore and reinforce the natural skin barrier. If your skin feels sensitive, you can try using a gentler strength or waiting a bit longer between applying them.

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

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

- [The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/the-ordinary/mandelic-acid-10-ha/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit
- [Nécessaire The Body Retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/necessaire/the-body-retinol/for/dark-spots) — Average fit
- [Good Molecules Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/good-molecules/mandelic-acid-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Superior fit
- [Glamglow Supermud Clearing Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/glamglow/supermud-clearing-treatment/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [A$94.70 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B07DHSKYXR?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Dermalogica PowerBright Dark Spot Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/dermalogica/powerbright-dark-spot-peel/for/oily-skin) — Average fit
- [Sofie Pavitt Face Mandelic Clearing Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/sofie-pavitt-face/mandelic-clearing-serum/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Cetaphil Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/cetaphil/gentle-exfoliating-sa-lotion/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [A$13.79 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0DTYKC2YN?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [SkinCeuticals Cell Cycle Catalyst](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/skinceuticals/cell-cycle-catalyst/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [DIME TBT Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/dime/tbt-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [By Wishtrend Mandelic Acid 5% Skin Prep Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/by-wishtrend/mandelic-acid-5-skin-prep-water/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [A$37.30 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B07MC4P4R8?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/haruharu-wonder/black-rice-triple-aha-gentle-cleansing-gel/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [A$18.95 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0CKVL9PGY?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Neutrogena Bright Boost Gel Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/neutrogena/bright-boost-gel-cream/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit

### [Lauric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/lauric-acid) products

- [Senka Perfect Whip](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/senka/perfect-whip/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [A$13.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B01BTN5XEO?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [CHANEL La Mousse](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/chanel/la-mousse/for/mature-skin) — Average fit
- [Shiseido Future Solution LX Extra Rich Cleansing Foam](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/shiseido/future-solution-lx-extra-rich-cleansing-foam/for/dry-skin) — Warning fit
- [Dior La Mousse OFF/ON Foaming Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/dior/la-mousse-off-on-foaming-cleanser/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit — [A$104.56 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B09XK1P4JL?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Clean & Clear Foaming Face Wash](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/clean-and-clear/foaming-face-wash/for/combination-skin) — Average fit

## Questions and answers

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

Yes, [mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/mandelic-acid) and [lauric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/lauric-acid) work well together. Lovi rates this combination as Superior.

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

Mandelic acid and lauric acid work well together, but since there are no products on this page containing both, the order depends on your routine steps.

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

Mandelic acid and lauric acid work well together. Lovi gives this combination a High fit rating for skin.

## Research on mandelic acid and lauric acid

- [Design, preparation, and evaluation of liposomal gel formulations for treatment of acne: in vitro and in vivo studies](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30442066/) Lauric acid · Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy, 2019
- [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
- [A retrospective assessment and comparison of the effectiveness of benzoyl peroxide; the combination of topical niacinamide, gallic acid, and lauric acid; and the combination of benzoyl peroxide and erythromycin in acne vulgaris](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32390309/) Lauric acid · Dermatologic Therapy, 2020
- [Synergistic approach for acne vulgaris treatment using glycerosomes loaded with lincomycin and lauric acid: Formulation, in silico, in vitro, LC-MS/MS skin deposition assay and in vivo evaluation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37805147/) Lauric acid · International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2023

## Other combinations

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