# Glycerin and mandelic acid Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Germany. Work well together Apply [mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid) first and [glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin) right after, because the moisturizing ingredient soothes the skin and restores hydration. Mandelic acid can temporarily dry out the skin, while glycerin brings back moisture and makes the exfoliant much easier to tolerate. The shopper can use a gentler acid strength or wait longer between steps if the skin feels sensitive. [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 glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin) - [All about mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid) ### [Glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin) products - [CeraVe Moisturising Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/cerave/moisturising-cream/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Superior fit — [€16.50 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07CHPWFXK?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/cerave/hydrating-facial-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [€8.85 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07C5R51Q9?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Rhode Glazing Milk](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/rhode/glazing-milk/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [€88.90 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0HHFDBTB9?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/la-roche-posay/toleriane-double-repair-face-moisturizer/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit - [Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/cetaphil/gentle-skin-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [€15.19 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0GKQNQ5FK?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/la-roche-posay/toleriane-hydrating-gentle-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [€19.75 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0052EM8L8?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/vanicream/daily-facial-moisturizer/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit - [Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/neutrogena/hydro-boost-water-gel/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit — [€8.61 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0849D9GB4?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/olay/regenerist-micro-sculpting-cream/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit — [€52.26 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B007M81B4M?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/cerave/daily-moisturizing-lotion/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [€9.75 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07CG2TD9F?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/kiehl-s/ultra-facial-cream/for/dark-spots) — Average fit — [€23.97 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B004JVSGWU?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/cerave/pm-facial-moisturizing-lotion/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — [€38.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0D9C55KBF?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) ### [Mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid) products - [Nécessaire The Body Retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/necessaire/the-body-retinol/for/dark-spots) — Average fit - [Glamglow Supermud Clearing Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/glamglow/supermud-clearing-treatment/for/oily-skin) — High fit - [Dermalogica PowerBright Dark Spot Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/dermalogica/powerbright-dark-spot-peel/for/oily-skin) — Average fit - [Cetaphil Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/cetaphil/gentle-exfoliating-sa-lotion/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [€15.59 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0FFMYS55N?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [SkinCeuticals Cell Cycle Catalyst](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/skinceuticals/cell-cycle-catalyst/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Average fit - [DIME TBT Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/dime/tbt-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit - [By Wishtrend Mandelic Acid 5% Skin Prep Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/by-wishtrend/mandelic-acid-5-skin-prep-water/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [€21.30 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07MC4P4R8?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Neutrogena Bright Boost Gel Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/neutrogena/bright-boost-gel-cream/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit - [Glow Recipe Strawberry Smooth BHA + AHA Salicylic Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/glow-recipe/strawberry-smooth-bha-aha-salicylic-serum/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — [€56.05 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0B4F7W5JF?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Vivant 8% Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/vivant/8-mandelic-acid-serum/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit - [L'Oreal Paris Dark Spot Exfoliant Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/l-oreal-paris/dark-spot-exfoliant-peel/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Average fit - [Medik8 Surface Radiance Cleanse](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/medik8/surface-radiance-cleanse/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit ## Questions and answers ### Can you use glycerin and mandelic acid together? Yes, you can use [glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin) and [mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid) together because humectants replenish [water](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/water) and help maintain skin hydration and tolerance when using acids. Products like Good Molecules Mandelic Acid [Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/serum), Haruharu Wonder [Black Rice](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/black-rice) Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel, The INKEY List Mandelic Acid Treatment, Sofie Pavitt Face Mandelic Clearing Serum, and The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + HA combine these ingredients well. [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) ### Which goes first, glycerin or mandelic acid? Glycerin and mandelic acid work well together, and you can apply a hydrating glycerin serum after exfoliating with mandelic acid to help maintain your skin's moisture. Products like Good Molecules Mandelic Acid Serum, The INKEY List Mandelic Acid Treatment, and The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + HA combine these benefits. [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) ### Are glycerin and mandelic acid good for sensitive skin? Yes, glycerin and mandelic acid work well together for sensitive skin because humectants replenish water content and improve tolerance when paired with acids. You can find both ingredients in products like Good Molecules Mandelic Acid Serum, Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel, The INKEY List Mandelic Acid Treatment, Sofie Pavitt Face Mandelic Clearing Serum, and The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + HA. [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) ## Research on glycerin and mandelic acid - [The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017 - [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 ## Other combinations - Work well together: [Salicylic acid and glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-glycerin) - Keep them apart: [Benzoyl peroxide and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide-and-mandelic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Retinol and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/retinol-and-mandelic-acid) - Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/niacinamide-and-mandelic-acid) - Work well together: [Mandelic acid and sodium lactate](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-sodium-lactate) - Work well together: [Mandelic acid and tromethamine](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-tromethamine) - Work well together: [Glycerin and acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin-and-acetyl-hexapeptide-3) - Work well together: [Glycerin and bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin-and-bio-placenta-peptides) - Work well together: [Glycerin and collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin-and-collagen-peptide) - Work well together: [Glycerin and copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin-and-copper-peptide) - Work well together: [Glycerin and hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin-and-hexapeptide) - Work well together: [Glycerin and hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin-and-hexapeptide-9) - Work well together: [Glycerin and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) - Work well together: [Glycerin and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1) - Work well together: [Glycerin and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin-and-peptide-rich-plasma) - Work well together: [Glycerin and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin-and-triple-peptide-blend) - Work well together: [AHA blend glycolic and citric acids and glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids-and-glycerin) - Work well together: [Glycerin and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin-and-citric-acid) - Work well together: [Glycolic acid and glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycolic-acid-and-glycerin) - Work well together: [Glycerin and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin-and-lactic-acid) - Work well together: [Mandelic acid and betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-betaine) - Depends on the strength: [Mandelic acid and hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-hyaluronic-acid) - Work well together: [Glycerin and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin-and-tri-ceramide-complex) - Keep them apart: [Acetyl hexapeptide-3 and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3-and-mandelic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Bio-placenta peptides and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides-and-mandelic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Carnosine and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/carnosine-and-mandelic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-collagen-peptide) - Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-copper-peptide) - Keep them apart: [Hexapeptide and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/hexapeptide-and-mandelic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-hexapeptide-9) - Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) - Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1) - Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-peptide-rich-plasma) - Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-triple-peptide-blend) - Keep them apart: [Adapalene and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/adapalene-and-mandelic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-granactive-retinoid) - Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and hydroxypinacolone retinoate](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-hydroxypinacolone-retinoate) - Keep them apart: [Pro-retinol and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/pro-retinol-and-mandelic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Retinal and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/retinal-and-mandelic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and retinoid blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-retinoid-blend) - Keep them apart: [Tretinoin and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/tretinoin-and-mandelic-acid) - Work well together: [Mandelic acid and gluconolactone](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-gluconolactone) - Work well together: [Mandelic acid and lactobionic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-lactobionic-acid) - Work well together: [Mandelic acid and cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-cholesterol) - Work well together: [Mandelic acid and lauric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-lauric-acid) - Work well together: [Linoleic acid and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/linoleic-acid-and-mandelic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-tri-ceramide-complex) - Work well together: [Arginine and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/arginine-and-mandelic-acid) - Work well together: [Mandelic acid and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-gaba) - Work well together: [Silk amino acids and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/silk-amino-acids-and-mandelic-acid) - Work well together: [Taurine and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/taurine-and-mandelic-acid) - Work well together: [Mandelic acid and theanine](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-theanine) - Work well together: [Ferulic acid and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/ferulic-acid-and-mandelic-acid) - Work well together: [Vitamin E and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-mandelic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Azelaic acid and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/azelaic-acid-and-mandelic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-mandelic-acid) - Work well together: [Allantoin and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/allantoin-and-mandelic-acid) - Work well together: [Mandelic acid and bisabolol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-bisabolol) - Work well together: [Panthenol and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/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). Page built Nov 8, 2026. More from Lovi: https://lovi.care/skincare/llms.txt ## This page in other countries - United States: https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid - United Kingdom: https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid - Ireland: https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid - Germany: https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid (this page) - France: https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid - Italy: https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid - Netherlands: https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid - Spain: https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid - Canada: https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid - Australia: https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid - Singapore: https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid - Saudi Arabia: https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid - United Arab Emirates: https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid