# Vitamin E and mandelic acid Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e-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 Use them in the same routine by applying [mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid) first and [vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e) right after, because antioxidants protect freshly exfoliated skin. Mandelic acid gently sweeps away dull surface skin, while vitamin E soothes and protects the fresh skin underneath. If your skin feels sensitive, try waiting a few minutes between steps or using a lower strength. - [All about vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e) - [All about mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid) ### [Vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e) products - [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) - [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) - [The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10%](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/the-ordinary/azelaic-acid-suspension-10/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [€10.90 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0BBLZ2YBP?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Olay Super Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/olay/super-serum/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [€27.38 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0FM8VTDXL?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Palmer's Cocoa Butter](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/palmer-s/cocoa-butter/for/dry-skin) — Average fit - [Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/caudalie/vinoperfect-radiance-serum/for/dry-skin) — Average fit — [€63.90 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0D64WK4Z9?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Aquaphor Lip Repair](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/aquaphor/lip-repair/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit - [Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/clinique/take-the-day-off-cleansing-balm/for/dry-skin) — Average fit — [€22.53 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07D5C86RX?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/eltamd/uv-clear-broad-spectrum-spf-46/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — [€72.80 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B00ZPWR0N8?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/cetaphil/moisturizing-lotion/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit — [€17.79 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0GKQSLQR1?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Bio-Oil Skincare Oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/bio-oil/skincare-oil/for/dry-skin) — Average fit — [€23.92 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B011OIVBGS?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [NIVEA MEN Sensitive Post Shave Balm](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/nivea-men/sensitive-post-shave-balm/for/sensitive-skin) — Superior fit ### [Mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid) products - [The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/the-ordinary/mandelic-acid-10-ha/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — [€8.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07BGJMNYL?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Nécessaire The Body Retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/necessaire/the-body-retinol/for/dark-spots) — Average fit - [Good Molecules Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/good-molecules/mandelic-acid-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Superior 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 - [Sofie Pavitt Face Mandelic Clearing Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/sofie-pavitt-face/mandelic-clearing-serum/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High 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) - [Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/haruharu-wonder/black-rice-triple-aha-gentle-cleansing-gel/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [€15.53 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0CKVL9PGY?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 ## Questions and answers ### Can you use vitamin E and mandelic acid together? Yes, [vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e) and [mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid) work well together because the antioxidant helps neutralize oxidative stress after exfoliation. You should combine them in a recovery step rather than during the low-pH phase. ### Which goes first, vitamin E or mandelic acid? Vitamin E and mandelic acid work well together because antioxidants help neutralize the oxidative stress that skin is more vulnerable to after exfoliation. Apply vitamin E in a neutralizing or recovery step rather than in the low-pH phase with mandelic acid. ### Are vitamin E and mandelic acid good for sensitive skin? Vitamin E and mandelic acid work well together because antioxidants like vitamin E help protect the skin from oxidative stress after exfoliation with mandelic acid. Lovi rates this combination as having high compatibility for all skin types, especially photoaged skin. ## Research on vitamin E and mandelic acid - [Anti-aging and brightening effects of a topical treatment containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract: A split-face, randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31975502/) Vitamin E · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020 - [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 - [Topical alpha-tocotrienol supplementation inhibits lipid peroxidation but fails to mitigate increased transepidermal water loss after benzoyl peroxide treatment of human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12521598/) Vitamin E · Free Radical Biology & Medicine, 2003 - [Fatty acids based α-Tocopherol loaded nanostructured lipid carrier gel: In vitro and in vivo evaluation for moisturizing and anti-aging effects](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32129554/) Vitamin E · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020 - [Tocotrienol-rich fraction attenuates UV-induced inflammaging: A bench to bedside study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28952200/) Vitamin E · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2018 - [Clinical evaluation of photoprotective effect by a topical antioxidants combination (tocopherols and tocotrienols)](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21917024/) Vitamin E · Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2012 - [Efficacy of a topical serum containing L-ascorbic acid, neohesperidin, pycnogenol, tocopherol, and hyaluronic acid in relation to skin aging signs](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35150043/) Vitamin E · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022 - [Chemical peels for acne vulgaris: a systematic review of randomised controlled trials](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29705755/) Mandelic acid · BMJ Open, 2018 - [Development of stable tocopherol succinate-loaded ethosomes to enhance transdermal permeation: In vitro and in vivo characterizations](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35274433/) Vitamin E · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022 - [Influence of vitamin E acetate on stratum corneum hydration](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9706379/) Vitamin E · Arzneimittel-Forschung, 1998 - [Tocopherol succinate-loaded ethosomal gel synthesized by cold method technique: Deeper biophysical characterizations for translational application on human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38268219/) Vitamin E · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024 - [Nanostructured Lipid Carrier Based Gel Containing α-Tocopherol and α-Tocopheryl Acetate for Synergistic Cutaneous Antiaging Efficacy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41309687/) Vitamin E · Scientific Reports, 2025 - [Sustained effect of two antioxidants (oxothiazolidine and δ-tocopheryl glucoside) for immediate and long-term sun protection in a sunscreen emulsion based on their different penetrating properties](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33848378/) Vitamin E · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2021 - [Safety assessment on comedogenicity of dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate in Asian subjects: A double-blind randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34471722/) Vitamin E · Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021 ## Other combinations - 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: [Vitamin E and hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-hyaluronic-acid) - Work well together: [Mandelic acid and betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-betaine) - Work well together: [Glycerin and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid) - Depends on the strength: [Mandelic acid and hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-hyaluronic-acid) - Work well together: [Retinol and vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/retinol-and-vitamin-e) - 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) - Work well together: [Vitamin E and acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-acetyl-hexapeptide-3) - Work well together: [Bio-placenta peptides and vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides-and-vitamin-e) - Work well together: [Vitamin E and collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-collagen-peptide) - Work well together: [Vitamin E and copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-copper-peptide) - Work well together: [Vitamin E and hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-hexapeptide) - Work well together: [Vitamin E and hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-hexapeptide-9) - Work well together: [Vitamin E and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) - Work well together: [Vitamin E and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1) - Work well together: [Vitamin E and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-peptide-rich-plasma) - Work well together: [Vitamin E and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-triple-peptide-blend) - Work well together: [Vitamin E and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-tri-ceramide-complex) - 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: [AHA blend glycolic and citric acids and vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids-and-vitamin-e) - Work well together: [Vitamin E and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-citric-acid) - Work well together: [Glycolic acid and vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycolic-acid-and-vitamin-e) - Work well together: [Vitamin E and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-lactic-acid) - Work well together: [Ferulic acid and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/ferulic-acid-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: [Niacinamide and vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/niacinamide-and-vitamin-e) - 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) - Work well together: [Vitamin C and vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-c-and-vitamin-e) - Work well together: [Salicylic acid and vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-vitamin-e) ## 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/vitamin-e-and-mandelic-acid - United Kingdom: https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-mandelic-acid - Ireland: https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-mandelic-acid - Germany: https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-mandelic-acid (this page) - France: https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-mandelic-acid - Italy: https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-mandelic-acid - Netherlands: https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-mandelic-acid - Spain: https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-mandelic-acid - Canada: https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-mandelic-acid - Australia: https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-mandelic-acid - Singapore: https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-mandelic-acid - Saudi Arabia: https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-mandelic-acid - United Arab Emirates: https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-mandelic-acid