# Mandelic acid and tri-ceramide complex

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-tri-ceramide-complex

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

Keep them apart

Use [mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid) and [tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/tri-ceramide-complex) at different times of day, applying the acid first and the soothing ceramides afterward. Mandelic acid is too acidic and can break down the ceramides, which stops them from fixing your skin barrier. You can fix this by using the acid in the morning and the ceramides at night, or by waiting a while between them.

- [All about mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid)
- [All about tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/tri-ceramide-complex)

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

- [The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/the-ordinary/mandelic-acid-10-ha/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — [€8.95 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.nl/dp/B07BGJMNYL?tag=lovi-care-web-product085-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Nécessaire The Body Retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/necessaire/the-body-retinol/for/dark-spots) — Average fit
- [Good Molecules Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/good-molecules/mandelic-acid-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Superior fit
- [Glamglow Supermud Clearing Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/glamglow/supermud-clearing-treatment/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [Dermalogica PowerBright Dark Spot Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/dermalogica/powerbright-dark-spot-peel/for/oily-skin) — Average fit
- [Sofie Pavitt Face Mandelic Clearing Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/sofie-pavitt-face/mandelic-clearing-serum/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Cetaphil Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/cetaphil/gentle-exfoliating-sa-lotion/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [€20.24 at Lookfantastic](https://www.lookfantastic.nl/p/cetaphil-gentle-exfoliating-salicylic-lotion-473ml/16433503/)
- [SkinCeuticals Cell Cycle Catalyst](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/skinceuticals/cell-cycle-catalyst/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [DIME TBT Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/dime/tbt-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [By Wishtrend Mandelic Acid 5% Skin Prep Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/by-wishtrend/mandelic-acid-5-skin-prep-water/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [€24.98 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.nl/dp/B07MC4P4R8?tag=lovi-care-web-product085-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/haruharu-wonder/black-rice-triple-aha-gentle-cleansing-gel/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [€17.70 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.nl/dp/B0CKVL9PGY?tag=lovi-care-web-product085-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Neutrogena Bright Boost Gel Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/neutrogena/bright-boost-gel-cream/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit

### [Tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/tri-ceramide-complex) products

- [BYOMA Hydrating Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/byoma/hydrating-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Superior fit — [€96.44 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.nl/dp/B0C7C88ZSK?tag=lovi-care-web-product085-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [BYOMA Moisturizing Gel-Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/byoma/moisturizing-gel-cream/for/mature-skin) — High fit
- [BYOMA Creamy Jelly Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/byoma/creamy-jelly-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [BYOMA Brightening Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/byoma/brightening-serum/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [BYOMA Balancing Face Mist](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/byoma/balancing-face-mist/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [BYOMA Milky Moisture Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/byoma/milky-moisture-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [BYOMA Clarifying Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/byoma/clarifying-serum/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [BYOMA Moisturizing Rich Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/byoma/moisturizing-rich-cream/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [BYOMA De-Puff + Brighten Eye Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/byoma/de-puff-brighten-eye-gel/for/dry-skin) — High fit

## Questions and answers

### Can you use mandelic acid and tri-ceramide complex together?

Keep [mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid) and [tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/tri-ceramide-complex) apart because combining strong acids with ceramides may destabilize emulsions and irritate your skin barrier. Use them in separate routines or steps to protect your skin.

### Which goes first, mandelic acid or tri-ceramide complex?

Keep mandelic acid and tri-ceramide complex apart in your routine because strong acids like mandelic acid may destabilize ceramide emulsions and irritate your skin barrier. Use them in separate steps or at different times of day.

### Are mandelic acid and tri-ceramide complex good for sensitive skin?

Mandelic acid and tri-ceramide complex should be kept apart in your routine because combining strong acids with ceramides may irritate the skin barrier.

## Research on mandelic acid and tri-ceramide complex

- [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

- Keep them apart: [Benzoyl peroxide and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Benzoyl peroxide and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Retinol and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/retinol-and-mandelic-acid)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/niacinamide-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and sodium lactate](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-sodium-lactate)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and tromethamine](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-tromethamine)
- Work well together: [Niacinamide and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/niacinamide-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-betaine)
- Work well together: [Glycerin and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid)
- Depends on the strength: [Mandelic acid and hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-hyaluronic-acid)
- Work well together: [Liposome and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/liposome-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Tri-ceramide complex and multi-lamellar emulsion](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/tri-ceramide-complex-and-multi-lamellar-emulsion)
- Work well together: [Betaine and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/betaine-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Glycerin and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/glycerin-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Hyaluronic acid and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Acetyl hexapeptide-3 and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Bio-placenta peptides and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Carnosine and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/carnosine-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-collagen-peptide)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-copper-peptide)
- Keep them apart: [Hexapeptide and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/hexapeptide-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-hexapeptide-9)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-peptide-rich-plasma)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-triple-peptide-blend)
- Work well together: [Coenzyme Q10 and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/coenzyme-q10-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Green tea and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/green-tea-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Vitamin E and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Adapalene and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/adapalene-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-granactive-retinoid)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and hydroxypinacolone retinoate](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-hydroxypinacolone-retinoate)
- Keep them apart: [Pro-retinol and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/pro-retinol-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Retinal and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/retinal-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and retinoid blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-retinoid-blend)
- Keep them apart: [Tretinoin and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/tretinoin-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Acetyl hexapeptide-3 and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Bio-placenta peptides and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Collagen peptide and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/collagen-peptide-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Copper peptide and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/copper-peptide-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Hexapeptide and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/hexapeptide-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Hexapeptide-9 and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/hexapeptide-9-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Tri-ceramide complex and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/tri-ceramide-complex-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4)
- Work well together: [Tri-ceramide complex and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/tri-ceramide-complex-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1)
- Work well together: [Peptide-rich plasma and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/peptide-rich-plasma-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Tri-ceramide complex and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/tri-ceramide-complex-and-triple-peptide-blend)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and gluconolactone](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-gluconolactone)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and lactobionic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-lactobionic-acid)
- Work well together: [Bakuchiol and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/bakuchiol-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-cholesterol)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and lauric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-lauric-acid)
- Work well together: [Linoleic acid and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/linoleic-acid-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [AHA blend glycolic and citric acids and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Citric acid and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/citric-acid-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Glycolic acid and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/glycolic-acid-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Arginine and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/arginine-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-gaba)
- Work well together: [Silk amino acids and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/silk-amino-acids-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Taurine and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/taurine-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and theanine](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-theanine)
- Keep them apart: [Bergamot oil and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/bergamot-oil-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Camphor oil and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/camphor-oil-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Chamomile oil and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/chamomile-oil-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Clove leaf oil and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/clove-leaf-oil-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Eucalyptus oil and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/eucalyptus-oil-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Tri-ceramide complex and geranium oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/tri-ceramide-complex-and-geranium-oil)
- Keep them apart: [Grapefruit peel oil and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/grapefruit-peel-oil-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Lavender oil and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/lavender-oil-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Lemon oil and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/lemon-oil-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Orange oil and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/orange-oil-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Palmarosa oil and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/palmarosa-oil-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Peppermint oil and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/peppermint-oil-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Rose oil and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/rose-oil-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Rosewood oil and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/rosewood-oil-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Sandalwood oil and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/sandalwood-oil-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Tea tree oil and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/tea-tree-oil-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Thyme oil and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/thyme-oil-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Wild mint oil and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/wild-mint-oil-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Ferulic acid and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/ferulic-acid-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Vitamin E and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Azelaic acid and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/azelaic-acid-and-mandelic-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Cholesterol and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/cholesterol-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Lauric acid and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/lauric-acid-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Linoleic acid and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/linoleic-acid-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Allantoin and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/allantoin-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and bisabolol](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-bisabolol)
- Work well together: [Panthenol and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/panthenol-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Allantoin and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/allantoin-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Bisabolol and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/bisabolol-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Panthenol and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/panthenol-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Retinol and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/retinol-and-tri-ceramide-complex)

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