# Mandelic acid

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid

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

Mandelic acid gently clears acne, reduces dark spots, and softens scarring with high comfort. It suits both dry skin and oily skin best, and it comes in daily exfoliators usually at 5%, 6%, and 8%. It fits into a routine nicely alongside [panthenol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/panthenol), [ferulic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/ferulic-acid), and [glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/glycerin), while remaining separate from [adapalene](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/adapalene), [benzoyl peroxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide), and [retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/retinol).

[Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31553119/) [BMJ Open, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29705755/)

This page shows mandelic acid products with a Lovi page. For every product, and a routine built for your skin, use the Lovi app.

### Popular mandelic acid products

- [The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/the-ordinary/mandelic-acid-10-ha/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — [€8.51 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B07BGJMNYL?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Nécessaire The Body Retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/necessaire/the-body-retinol/for/dark-spots) — Average fit
- [Good Molecules Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/good-molecules/mandelic-acid-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Superior fit
- [Glamglow Supermud Clearing Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/glamglow/supermud-clearing-treatment/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [€31.98 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0GWFP6JVR?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Dermalogica PowerBright Dark Spot Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/dermalogica/powerbright-dark-spot-peel/for/oily-skin) — Average fit
- [Sofie Pavitt Face Mandelic Clearing Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/sofie-pavitt-face/mandelic-clearing-serum/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Cetaphil Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/cetaphil/gentle-exfoliating-sa-lotion/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [€18.52 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0FFMYS55N?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [SkinCeuticals Cell Cycle Catalyst](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/skinceuticals/cell-cycle-catalyst/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Average fit

### Mandelic acid exfoliators

- [The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/the-ordinary/mandelic-acid-10-ha/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — [€8.51 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B07BGJMNYL?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Good Molecules Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/good-molecules/mandelic-acid-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Superior fit
- [Dermalogica PowerBright Dark Spot Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/dermalogica/powerbright-dark-spot-peel/for/oily-skin) — Average fit
- [Cetaphil Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/cetaphil/gentle-exfoliating-sa-lotion/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [€18.52 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0FFMYS55N?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [SkinCeuticals Cell Cycle Catalyst](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/skinceuticals/cell-cycle-catalyst/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [DIME TBT Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/dime/tbt-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [Glow Recipe Strawberry Smooth BHA + AHA Salicylic Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/glow-recipe/strawberry-smooth-bha-aha-salicylic-serum/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit
- [Vivant 8% Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/vivant/8-mandelic-acid-serum/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [L'Oreal Paris Dark Spot Exfoliant Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/l-oreal-paris/dark-spot-exfoliant-peel/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [Elemis Pro-Collagen Tri-Acid Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/elemis/pro-collagen-tri-acid-peel/for/dark-spots) — High fit
- [Rilastil Acnestil](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/rilastil/acnestil/for/oily-skin) — Average fit
- [Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/paula-s-choice/skin-perfecting-6-mandelic-acid-2-lactic-acid-liquid-exfoliant/for/dark-spots) — High fit — [€16.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0D5BGLDVV?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

## What reviewers say about popular mandelic acid products

The highlight reviewers mention most for each popular mandelic acid product on Lovi.

- The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + HA Gentle exfoliant ★4.6 · 1.5k+ reviews Improves acne Oily residue “gentle enough for sensitive skin yet noticeably improves texture” [What people say about Mandelic Acid 10% + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/the-ordinary/mandelic-acid-10-ha/for/acne-prone-skin)
- Nécessaire The Body Retinol Improves skin texture ★4.3 · 2.4k+ reviews Expensive price point Absorbs quickly “I've noticed a real improvement in my skin's texture - smoother, more even.” [What people say about The Body Retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/necessaire/the-body-retinol/for/dark-spots)
- Good Molecules Mandelic Acid Serum Affordable price ★3.8 · 100+ reviews Gentle exfoliation Sticky finish “can't beat the price” [What people say about Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/good-molecules/mandelic-acid-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin)
- Glamglow Supermud Clearing Treatment Clears pores ★4.2 · 10.0k+ reviews Very expensive Drying and irritating “sucks oil out” [What people say about Supermud Clearing Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/glamglow/supermud-clearing-treatment/for/oily-skin)
- Dermalogica PowerBright Dark Spot Peel Smoothes skin texture ★4.8 · 200+ reviews Brightens complexion Fast visible results “skin feeling smoother” [What people say about PowerBright Dark Spot Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/dermalogica/powerbright-dark-spot-peel/for/oily-skin)
- Sofie Pavitt Face Mandelic Clearing Serum Gentle on sensitive skin ★4.9 · 700+ reviews Improves skin texture Absorbs very quickly “So gentle and I have sensitive dehydrated skin.” [What people say about Mandelic Clearing Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/sofie-pavitt-face/mandelic-clearing-serum/for/oily-acne-prone-skin)

### Other mandelic acid products

- [Nécessaire The Body Retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/necessaire/the-body-retinol/for/dark-spots) — Average fit
- [The INKEY List Mandelic Acid Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/the-inkey-list/mandelic-acid-treatment/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Glamglow Supermud Clearing Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/glamglow/supermud-clearing-treatment/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [€31.98 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0GWFP6JVR?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Environ Tri BioBotanical Revival Masque](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/environ/tri-biobotanical-revival-masque/for/dark-spots) — Average fit
- [medicube Red Calming Clay Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/medicube/red-calming-clay-mask/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Sofie Pavitt Face Mandelic Clearing Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/sofie-pavitt-face/mandelic-clearing-serum/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Neutrogena Bright Boost Gel Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/neutrogena/bright-boost-gel-cream/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [By Wishtrend Mandelic Acid 5% Skin Prep Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/by-wishtrend/mandelic-acid-5-skin-prep-water/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [€27.88 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B07MC4P4R8?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Glamglow SUPERTONER Exfoliating Acid Solution Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/glamglow/supertoner-exfoliating-acid-solution-toner/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit
- [Mizon AHA & BHA & PHA Peeling Mist](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/mizon/aha-and-bha-and-pha-peeling-mist/for/dark-spots) — High fit
- [Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/haruharu-wonder/black-rice-triple-aha-gentle-cleansing-gel/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [€15.63 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B08W2HG4WP?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Medik8 Surface Radiance Cleanse](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/medik8/surface-radiance-cleanse/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit

### Mandelic acid for dry skin

- [The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/the-ordinary/mandelic-acid-10-ha/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [€8.51 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B07BGJMNYL?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [DIME TBT Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/dime/tbt-serum/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [medicube Red Calming Clay Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/medicube/red-calming-clay-mask/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Good Molecules Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/good-molecules/mandelic-acid-serum/for/dry-skin) — Average fit
- [Vivant 8% Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/vivant/8-mandelic-acid-serum/for/dry-skin) — Average fit
- [Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/haruharu-wonder/black-rice-triple-aha-gentle-cleansing-gel/for/dry-skin) — Average fit — [€15.63 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B08W2HG4WP?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Neutrogena Bright Boost Gel Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/neutrogena/bright-boost-gel-cream/for/dry-skin) — Average fit
- [Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/paula-s-choice/skin-perfecting-6-mandelic-acid-2-lactic-acid-liquid-exfoliant/for/dry-skin) — Average fit — [€16.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0D5BGLDVV?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Elemis Pro-Collagen Tri-Acid Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/elemis/pro-collagen-tri-acid-peel/for/dry-skin) — Average fit
- [Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta® Pore Perfecting Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/dr-dennis-gross/alpha-beta-pore-perfecting-cleansing-gel/for/dry-skin) — Average fit — [€79.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B07BKZW331?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Vivant Mandelic Acid 3-in-1 Wash](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/vivant/mandelic-acid-3-in-1-wash/for/dry-skin) — Average fit
- [Dermalogica PowerBright Dark Spot Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/dermalogica/powerbright-dark-spot-peel/for/dry-skin) — Average fit

### Mandelic acid for oily skin

- [The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/the-ordinary/mandelic-acid-10-ha/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — [€8.51 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B07BGJMNYL?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Glamglow SUPERTONER Exfoliating Acid Solution Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/glamglow/supertoner-exfoliating-acid-solution-toner/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit
- [Glamglow Supermud Clearing Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/glamglow/supermud-clearing-treatment/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [€31.98 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0GWFP6JVR?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta® Pore Perfecting Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/dr-dennis-gross/alpha-beta-pore-perfecting-cleansing-gel/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [€79.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B07BKZW331?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Sofie Pavitt Face Mandelic Clearing Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/sofie-pavitt-face/mandelic-clearing-serum/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [Vivant 8% Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/vivant/8-mandelic-acid-serum/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [By Wishtrend Mandelic Acid 5% Skin Prep Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/by-wishtrend/mandelic-acid-5-skin-prep-water/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [€27.88 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B07MC4P4R8?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Vivant Mandelic Acid 3-in-1 Wash](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/vivant/mandelic-acid-3-in-1-wash/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/paula-s-choice/skin-perfecting-6-mandelic-acid-2-lactic-acid-liquid-exfoliant/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [€16.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0D5BGLDVV?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/haruharu-wonder/black-rice-triple-aha-gentle-cleansing-gel/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [€15.63 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B08W2HG4WP?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Medik8 Surface Radiance Cleanse](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/medik8/surface-radiance-cleanse/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [medicube Red Calming Clay Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/medicube/red-calming-clay-mask/for/oily-skin) — Average fit

### Mandelic acid for combination skin

- [Glow Recipe Strawberry Smooth BHA + AHA Salicylic Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/glow-recipe/strawberry-smooth-bha-aha-salicylic-serum/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit
- [The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/the-ordinary/mandelic-acid-10-ha/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — [€8.51 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B07BGJMNYL?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta® Pore Perfecting Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/dr-dennis-gross/alpha-beta-pore-perfecting-cleansing-gel/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [€79.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B07BKZW331?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Vivant 8% Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/vivant/8-mandelic-acid-serum/for/combination-skin) — High fit
- [Medik8 Surface Radiance Cleanse](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/medik8/surface-radiance-cleanse/for/combination-skin) — High fit
- [Glamglow SUPERTONER Exfoliating Acid Solution Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/glamglow/supertoner-exfoliating-acid-solution-toner/for/combination-skin) — High fit
- [Glamglow Supermud Clearing Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/glamglow/supermud-clearing-treatment/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [€31.98 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0GWFP6JVR?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Vivant Mandelic Acid 3-in-1 Wash](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/vivant/mandelic-acid-3-in-1-wash/for/combination-skin) — High fit
- [Sofie Pavitt Face Mandelic Clearing Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/sofie-pavitt-face/mandelic-clearing-serum/for/combination-skin) — High fit
- [Good Molecules Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/good-molecules/mandelic-acid-serum/for/combination-skin) — High fit
- [Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/haruharu-wonder/black-rice-triple-aha-gentle-cleansing-gel/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [€15.63 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B08W2HG4WP?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Cetaphil Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/cetaphil/gentle-exfoliating-sa-lotion/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [€18.52 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0FFMYS55N?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

### Mandelic acid for sensitive skin

- [The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/the-ordinary/mandelic-acid-10-ha/for/sensitive-skin) — Superior fit — [€8.51 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B07BGJMNYL?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Vivant 8% Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/vivant/8-mandelic-acid-serum/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [Good Molecules Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/good-molecules/mandelic-acid-serum/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [Sofie Pavitt Face Mandelic Clearing Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/sofie-pavitt-face/mandelic-clearing-serum/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/paula-s-choice/skin-perfecting-6-mandelic-acid-2-lactic-acid-liquid-exfoliant/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit — [€16.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0D5BGLDVV?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [By Wishtrend Mandelic Acid 5% Skin Prep Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/by-wishtrend/mandelic-acid-5-skin-prep-water/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit — [€27.88 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B07MC4P4R8?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [DIME TBT Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/dime/tbt-serum/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [Mizon AHA & BHA & PHA Peeling Mist](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/mizon/aha-and-bha-and-pha-peeling-mist/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/haruharu-wonder/black-rice-triple-aha-gentle-cleansing-gel/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit — [€15.63 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B08W2HG4WP?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Medik8 Surface Radiance Cleanse](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/medik8/surface-radiance-cleanse/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [Neutrogena Bright Boost Gel Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/neutrogena/bright-boost-gel-cream/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [Elemis Pro-Collagen Tri-Acid Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/elemis/pro-collagen-tri-acid-peel/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit

### Mandelic acid for acne-prone skin

- [The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/the-ordinary/mandelic-acid-10-ha/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — [€8.51 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B07BGJMNYL?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Medik8 Surface Radiance Cleanse](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/medik8/surface-radiance-cleanse/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit
- [Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta® Pore Perfecting Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/dr-dennis-gross/alpha-beta-pore-perfecting-cleansing-gel/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [€79.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B07BKZW331?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Glamglow Supermud Clearing Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/glamglow/supermud-clearing-treatment/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [€31.98 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0GWFP6JVR?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Glamglow SUPERTONER Exfoliating Acid Solution Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/glamglow/supertoner-exfoliating-acid-solution-toner/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Good Molecules Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/good-molecules/mandelic-acid-serum/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [By Wishtrend Mandelic Acid 5% Skin Prep Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/by-wishtrend/mandelic-acid-5-skin-prep-water/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [€27.88 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B07MC4P4R8?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/paula-s-choice/skin-perfecting-6-mandelic-acid-2-lactic-acid-liquid-exfoliant/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [€16.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0D5BGLDVV?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Sofie Pavitt Face Mandelic Clearing Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/sofie-pavitt-face/mandelic-clearing-serum/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Neutrogena Bright Boost Gel Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/neutrogena/bright-boost-gel-cream/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Vivant Mandelic Acid 3-in-1 Wash](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/vivant/mandelic-acid-3-in-1-wash/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/haruharu-wonder/black-rice-triple-aha-gentle-cleansing-gel/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [€15.63 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B08W2HG4WP?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

## All mandelic acid products

- The Ordinary · Exfoliant treatment: [Mandelic Acid 10% + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/the-ordinary/mandelic-acid-10-ha/for/acne-prone-skin)
- Nécessaire · Serum or Treatment: [The Body Retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/necessaire/the-body-retinol/for/dark-spots)
- Good Molecules · Exfoliant treatment: [Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/good-molecules/mandelic-acid-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin)
- Glamglow · Cleansing Mask: [Supermud Clearing Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/glamglow/supermud-clearing-treatment/for/oily-skin)
- Dermalogica · Exfoliant treatment: [PowerBright Dark Spot Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/dermalogica/powerbright-dark-spot-peel/for/oily-skin)
- Sofie Pavitt Face · Moisturizing serum: [Mandelic Clearing Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/sofie-pavitt-face/mandelic-clearing-serum/for/oily-acne-prone-skin)
- Cetaphil · Exfoliant treatment: [Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/cetaphil/gentle-exfoliating-sa-lotion/for/combination-skin)
- SkinCeuticals · Exfoliant treatment: [Cell Cycle Catalyst](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/skinceuticals/cell-cycle-catalyst/for/oily-acne-prone-skin)
- DIME · Exfoliant treatment: [TBT Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/dime/tbt-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin)
- By Wishtrend · Exfoliating toner: [Mandelic Acid 5% Skin Prep Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/by-wishtrend/mandelic-acid-5-skin-prep-water/for/acne-prone-skin)
- Haruharu Wonder · Cleanser: [Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/haruharu-wonder/black-rice-triple-aha-gentle-cleansing-gel/for/oily-acne-prone-skin)
- Neutrogena · Moisturizing serum: [Bright Boost Gel Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/neutrogena/bright-boost-gel-cream/for/acne-prone-skin)
- The INKEY List · Serum or Treatment: [Mandelic Acid Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/the-inkey-list/mandelic-acid-treatment/for/oily-acne-prone-skin)
- Glow Recipe · Exfoliant treatment: [Strawberry Smooth BHA + AHA Salicylic Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/glow-recipe/strawberry-smooth-bha-aha-salicylic-serum/for/combination-skin)
- Vivant · Exfoliant treatment: [8% Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/vivant/8-mandelic-acid-serum/for/sensitive-skin)
- L'Oreal Paris · Exfoliant treatment: [Dark Spot Exfoliant Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/l-oreal-paris/dark-spot-exfoliant-peel/for/oily-acne-prone-skin)
- Medik8 · Cleanser: [Surface Radiance Cleanse](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/medik8/surface-radiance-cleanse/for/acne-prone-skin)
- Vivant · Cleanser: [Mandelic Acid 3-in-1 Wash](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/vivant/mandelic-acid-3-in-1-wash/for/dark-spots)
- Elemis · Exfoliant treatment: [Pro-Collagen Tri-Acid Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/elemis/pro-collagen-tri-acid-peel/for/dark-spots)
- Rilastil · Exfoliant treatment: [Acnestil](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/rilastil/acnestil/for/oily-skin)
- Environ · Nourishing Mask: [Tri BioBotanical Revival Masque](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/environ/tri-biobotanical-revival-masque/for/dark-spots)
- Paula's Choice · Exfoliant treatment: [Skin Perfecting 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/paula-s-choice/skin-perfecting-6-mandelic-acid-2-lactic-acid-liquid-exfoliant/for/dark-spots)
- Glamglow · Exfoliating toner: [SUPERTONER Exfoliating Acid Solution Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/glamglow/supertoner-exfoliating-acid-solution-toner/for/oily-acne-prone-skin)
- Dr. Dennis Gross · Cleanser: [Alpha Beta® Pore Perfecting Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/dr-dennis-gross/alpha-beta-pore-perfecting-cleansing-gel/for/acne-prone-skin)

[See all 26 mandelic acid products](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid/all)

## What to combine mandelic acid with

Ingredient Together How to use them

[Panthenol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/panthenol) Works well Use them together by applying the mandelic acid first and following with [panthenol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/panthenol), because panthenol helps calm any irritation from the acid. [Mandelic acid and panthenol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/panthenol-and-mandelic-acid) [Ferulic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/ferulic-acid) Works well Use them in the same routine by applying mandelic acid first and [ferulic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/ferulic-acid) right after, because antioxidants protect freshly exfoliated skin. [Mandelic acid and ferulic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/ferulic-acid-and-mandelic-acid) [Glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/glycerin) Works well Apply mandelic acid first and [glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/glycerin) right after, because the moisturizing ingredient soothes the skin and restores hydration. [Mandelic acid and glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid) [Vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/vitamin-e) Works well Use them in the same routine by applying mandelic acid first and [vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/vitamin-e) right after, because antioxidants protect freshly exfoliated skin. [Mandelic acid and vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-mandelic-acid) [Linoleic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/linoleic-acid) Works well Use them in the same routine by applying mandelic acid first, waiting for it to sink in, and then following with [linoleic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/linoleic-acid) to restore your skin. [Mandelic acid and linoleic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/linoleic-acid-and-mandelic-acid) [Silk amino acids](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/silk-amino-acids) Works well Use them together by applying the mandelic acid first, because they hydrate and balance the skin. [Mandelic acid and silk amino acids](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/silk-amino-acids-and-mandelic-acid) [Arginine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/arginine) Works well Use them together by applying mandelic acid first and [arginine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/arginine) second to keep skin hydrated and balanced. [Mandelic acid and arginine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/arginine-and-mandelic-acid) [Allantoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/allantoin) Works well Use them together by applying mandelic acid first and then [allantoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/allantoin), to help soothe your skin. [Mandelic acid and allantoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/allantoin-and-mandelic-acid) [Taurine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/taurine) Works well Use them together in the same routine by applying mandelic acid first, because they team up to keep skin soft and balanced. [Mandelic acid and taurine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/taurine-and-mandelic-acid) [Gluconolactone](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/gluconolactone) Works well Use them together in the same routine, applying the mandelic acid first and the [gluconolactone](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/gluconolactone) right after, because they balance each other out. [Mandelic acid and gluconolactone](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-gluconolactone) [Cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/cholesterol) Works well Use them together by applying mandelic acid first and [cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/cholesterol) after, because cholesterol helps comfort the skin after exfoliation. [Mandelic acid and cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-cholesterol) [Lactobionic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/lactobionic-acid) Works well Use them together in the same routine, applying the mandelic acid first and following with the [lactobionic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/lactobionic-acid). [Mandelic acid and lactobionic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-lactobionic-acid) [Betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/betaine) Works well Use mandelic acid and [betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/betaine) together by applying the acid first and following it with betaine to keep skin hydrated. [Mandelic acid and betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-betaine) [Sodium lactate](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/sodium-lactate) Works well Use them together by applying mandelic acid first, followed by [sodium lactate](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/sodium-lactate), to keep your skin balanced and comfortable. [Mandelic acid and sodium lactate](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-sodium-lactate) [Bisabolol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/bisabolol) Works well Use them together by applying the mandelic acid first and following with [bisabolol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/bisabolol), because bisabolol helps calm any irritation caused by the acid. [Mandelic acid and bisabolol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-bisabolol) [Lauric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/lauric-acid) Works well Use them in the same routine, applying the mandelic acid first and the [lauric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/lauric-acid) right after. [Mandelic acid and lauric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-lauric-acid) [Tromethamine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/tromethamine) Works well Use mandelic acid and [tromethamine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/tromethamine) together, applying mandelic acid first and tromethamine second, to keep your skin calm and comfortable. [Mandelic acid and tromethamine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-tromethamine) [GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/gaba) Works well Use mandelic acid and [GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/gaba) at different times of day, applying mandelic acid first and GABA second, because they work well together to hydrate and balance skin. [Mandelic acid and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-gaba) [Theanine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/theanine) Works well Use them together in the same routine, applying the mandelic acid first and the [theanine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/theanine) after, because they balance moisture levels. [Mandelic acid and theanine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-theanine) [Niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/niacinamide) Depends Apply mandelic acid and [niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/niacinamide) at different times of day because strong acids can clash with niacinamide and cause skin flushing. [Mandelic acid and niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/niacinamide-and-mandelic-acid) [Hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid) Depends Use them at different times of day, applying the acid first and [hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid) a few minutes later, because strong acids can break down the hydrating product. [Mandelic acid and hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-hyaluronic-acid) [Adapalene](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/adapalene) Keep apart Use them on alternate nights because they are both strong and can irritate your skin when used together. [Mandelic acid and adapalene](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/adapalene-and-mandelic-acid) [Benzoyl peroxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide) Keep apart Use them on alternate nights because combining them causes over-exfoliation and irritation. [Mandelic acid and benzoyl peroxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide-and-mandelic-acid) [Retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/retinol) Keep apart Use [retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/retinol) and mandelic acid on alternate nights to prevent skin irritation. [Mandelic acid and retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/retinol-and-mandelic-acid) [Azelaic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/azelaic-acid) Keep apart Use them on alternate nights because combining them can cause too much peeling. [Mandelic acid and azelaic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/azelaic-acid-and-mandelic-acid) [Salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/salicylic-acid) Keep apart Use them on alternate nights because they are both strong exfoliants that can irritate skin. [Mandelic acid and salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-mandelic-acid) [Tretinoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/tretinoin) Keep apart Use them on alternate nights because combining them too often can cause skin irritation and redness. [Mandelic acid and tretinoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/tretinoin-and-mandelic-acid) [Bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides) Keep apart Use mandelic acid in the morning and [bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides) at night, because the acid breaks down the peptides. [Mandelic acid and bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides-and-mandelic-acid) [Hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/hexapeptide) Keep apart Use them at different times of day by applying mandelic acid in the morning and [hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/hexapeptide) at night, because acid breaks down the peptide. [Mandelic acid and hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/hexapeptide-and-mandelic-acid) [Carnosine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/carnosine) Keep apart Use them at different times of day, applying the acid first and the peptide later, to protect your skin barrier. [Mandelic acid and carnosine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/carnosine-and-mandelic-acid) [Pro-retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/pro-retinol) Keep apart Use mandelic acid and pro-retinol on alternate nights, because combining them in the same routine can cause skin irritation. [Mandelic acid and pro-retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/pro-retinol-and-mandelic-acid) [Retinal](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/retinal) Keep apart Use them on alternate nights because they are both strong and can irritate your skin when mixed together. [Mandelic acid and retinal](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/retinal-and-mandelic-acid) [Acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3) Keep apart Use them at different times of day by applying your acid first and your peptide later, because acids break down peptides. [Mandelic acid and acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3-and-mandelic-acid) [Retinoid blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/retinoid-blend) Keep apart Use mandelic acid and the [retinoid blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/retinoid-blend) on alternate nights to prevent irritation, using the acid one night and the retinoid the next. [Mandelic acid and retinoid blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-retinoid-blend) [Granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/granactive-retinoid) Keep apart Use mandelic acid and [granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/granactive-retinoid) on alternate nights to prevent skin irritation. [Mandelic acid and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-granactive-retinoid) [Hydroxypinacolone retinoate](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/hydroxypinacolone-retinoate) Keep apart Use them on alternate nights, with mandelic acid on one evening and [hydroxypinacolone retinoate](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/hydroxypinacolone-retinoate) on the next, because combining them causes irritation. [Mandelic acid and hydroxypinacolone retinoate](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-hydroxypinacolone-retinoate) [Collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/collagen-peptide) Keep apart Use mandelic acid and [collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/collagen-peptide) at different times of day, applying the acid first, because the acid breaks down the peptide. [Mandelic acid and collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-collagen-peptide) [Copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/copper-peptide) Keep apart Use them at different times of day with the acid first, because the acid destroys the peptide. [Mandelic acid and copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-copper-peptide) [Hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/hexapeptide-9) Keep apart Apply mandelic acid and [hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/hexapeptide-9) at different times of day because the acid destroys the peptide's firmness benefits. [Mandelic acid and hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-hexapeptide-9) [Peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/peptide-rich-plasma) Keep apart Use them at different times of day by applying mandelic acid in the morning and [peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/peptide-rich-plasma) at night, because acids ruin peptide strength. [Mandelic acid and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-peptide-rich-plasma) [Tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/tri-ceramide-complex) Keep apart Use mandelic acid and [tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/tri-ceramide-complex) at different times of day, applying the acid first and the soothing ceramides afterward. [Mandelic acid and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-tri-ceramide-complex) [Triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/triple-peptide-blend) Keep apart Use them at different times of day, applying mandelic acid first and the peptide blend later, because the acid is too harsh for peptides. [Mandelic acid and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-triple-peptide-blend) [Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) Keep apart Use them at different times of day, applying mandelic acid in the morning and [palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) at night, because the acid ruins the peptide. [Mandelic acid and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) [Palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/palmitoyl-tripeptide-1) Keep apart Use them at different times of day by applying mandelic acid in the morning and the peptide at night, because the acid is too harsh for it. [Mandelic acid and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1)

From the ingredient rules behind the "Works well with" and "Don't mix with" notes on every product in the Lovi app.

## Questions and answers

### What does mandelic acid do for the skin?

Mandelic acid is an exfoliant that helps improve acne and skin texture with fewer adverse effects. Studies show that treatments combining mandelic acid can significantly improve acne severity and reduce melasma scores.

[Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31553119/)

### How do you use mandelic acid?

You can use mandelic acid by applying it first and then following with [panthenol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/panthenol), because panthenol helps calm any irritation from the acid.

### Should you use mandelic acid in the morning or at night?

You can use mandelic acid in the morning, but certain ingredients should be applied at different times of day. For instance, you should use mandelic acid and [bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides) at different times, applying the acid in the morning and the peptides at night because the acid breaks down the peptides.

### Can you use mandelic acid every day?

Yes, you can use mandelic acid regularly, but certain partner ingredients should be kept apart on alternate nights or used at different times of day to prevent irritation.

### Does mandelic acid cause purging or irritation?

Yes, mandelic acid may cause skin irritation, especially when combined with strong ingredients like [salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/salicylic-acid) or retinoids, which is why those should be used on alternate nights. Mandelic acid peels offer better tolerability with fewer adverse effects compared to some other chemical treatments.

[Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31553119/)

### Which skin types is mandelic acid best for?

Yes, mandelic acid is well-suited for multiple skin types, with Lovi rating The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + HA as a Superior fit across dry, oily, combination, sensitive, acne-prone, mature, dry sensitive, and oily acne-prone skin.

### Can you use mandelic acid with panthenol?

Yes, you can use mandelic acid with panthenol by applying the mandelic acid first and following with panthenol, because panthenol helps calm any irritation from the acid.

### Can you use mandelic acid with adapalene?

You should keep mandelic acid and [adapalene](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/adapalene) apart and use them on alternate nights because they are both strong and may irritate your skin when used together.

## Research on mandelic acid

- [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

## Combining mandelic acid

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

## Brands with mandelic acid

- Canadian skincare: [The Ordinary](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/the-ordinary)
- American skincare: [Paula's Choice](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/paula-s-choice)
- Korean skincare: [Haruharu Wonder](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/haruharu-wonder)
- American skincare: [Glow Recipe](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/glow-recipe)
- American skincare: [Cetaphil](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/cetaphil)
- British skincare: [Medik8](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/medik8)
- Korean skincare: [By Wishtrend](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/by-wishtrend)
- American skincare: [Good Molecules](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/good-molecules)
- American skincare: [Sofie Pavitt Face](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/sofie-pavitt-face)
- American skincare: [SkinCeuticals](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/skinceuticals)

## Related ingredients

- [Adapalene](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/adapalene)
- [Benzoyl peroxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide)
- [Retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/retinol)
- [Azelaic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/azelaic-acid)
- [Panthenol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/panthenol)
- [Ferulic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/ferulic-acid)
- [Niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/niacinamide)
- [Salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/salicylic-acid)
- [Tretinoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/tretinoin)
- [Glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/glycerin)
- [Bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides)
- [Vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/vitamin-e)
- [Hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/hexapeptide)
- [Linoleic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/linoleic-acid)
- [Silk amino acids](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/silk-amino-acids)
- [Arginine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/arginine)
- [Carnosine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/carnosine)
- [Pro-retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/pro-retinol)
- [Retinal](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/retinal)
- [Allantoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/allantoin)
- [Taurine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/taurine)
- [Acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3)
- [Retinoid blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/retinoid-blend)
- [Gluconolactone](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/gluconolactone)
- [Hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid)
- [Granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/granactive-retinoid)
- [Hydroxypinacolone retinoate](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/hydroxypinacolone-retinoate)
- [Cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/cholesterol)
- [Collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/collagen-peptide)
- [Lactobionic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/lactobionic-acid)
- [Betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/betaine)
- [Sodium lactate](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/sodium-lactate)
- [Copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/copper-peptide)
- [Hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/hexapeptide-9)
- [Bisabolol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/bisabolol)
- [Peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/peptide-rich-plasma)
- [Lauric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/lauric-acid)
- [Tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/tri-ceramide-complex)
- [Triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/triple-peptide-blend)
- [Tromethamine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/tromethamine)
- [GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/gaba)
- [Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4)
- [Palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/palmitoyl-tripeptide-1)
- [Theanine](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/theanine)

## About the Lovi Fit

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

Lovi checks every ingredient 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 ingredient guide: 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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