# Linoleic acid and mandelic acid

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/linoleic-acid-and-mandelic-acid

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

Work well together

Use them in the same routine by applying [mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/mandelic-acid) first, waiting for it to sink in, and then following with [linoleic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/linoleic-acid) to restore your skin. Mandelic acid gently sweeps away dull surface skin, while linoleic acid helps rebuild your moisture barrier so your face stays soft and balanced. If you feel any mild dryness or tingling, simply switch to using them on alternate nights or space them further apart.

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

### [Linoleic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/linoleic-acid) products

- [The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/the-ordinary/granactive-retinoid-2-emulsion/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Recovery Masque](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/dermalogica/multivitamin-power-recovery-masque/for/mature-skin) — High fit
- [KraveBeauty Oil La La](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/kravebeauty/oil-la-la/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit
- [EltaMD PM Restore Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/eltamd/pm-restore-moisturizer/for/mature-skin) — High fit
- [Dieux Skin Instant Angel Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/dieux-skin/instant-angel-moisturizer/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit
- [Minimalist SPF 50 Sunscreen](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/minimalist/spf-50-sunscreen/for/combination-skin) — High fit
- [Murad Rapid Resurfacing Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/murad/rapid-resurfacing-peel/for/dark-spots) — Superior fit
- [Ceradan Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/ceradan/cream/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [Oskia Renaissance Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/oskia/renaissance-cleansing-gel/for/combination-skin) — High fit

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

- [The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/the-ordinary/mandelic-acid-10-ha/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit
- [Nécessaire The Body Retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/necessaire/the-body-retinol/for/dark-spots) — Average fit
- [Good Molecules Mandelic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/good-molecules/mandelic-acid-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Superior fit
- [Glamglow Supermud Clearing Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/glamglow/supermud-clearing-treatment/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [Dermalogica PowerBright Dark Spot Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/dermalogica/powerbright-dark-spot-peel/for/oily-skin) — Average fit
- [Sofie Pavitt Face Mandelic Clearing Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/sofie-pavitt-face/mandelic-clearing-serum/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Cetaphil Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/cetaphil/gentle-exfoliating-sa-lotion/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [S$19.91 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.sg/dp/B0CZDP1Q9H?tag=lovi-care-web-product0e-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [SkinCeuticals Cell Cycle Catalyst](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/skinceuticals/cell-cycle-catalyst/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [DIME TBT Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/dime/tbt-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [By Wishtrend Mandelic Acid 5% Skin Prep Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/by-wishtrend/mandelic-acid-5-skin-prep-water/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/haruharu-wonder/black-rice-triple-aha-gentle-cleansing-gel/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [S$16.18 at YesStyle](https://www.yesstyle.com/en/haruharu-wonder-black-rice-triple-aha-gentle-cleansing-gel-100ml/info.html/pid.1125408032?curr=SGD&rco=SG)
- [Neutrogena Bright Boost Gel Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/neutrogena/bright-boost-gel-cream/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit

## Questions and answers

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

Yes, [linoleic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/linoleic-acid) and [mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/mandelic-acid) work well together because combining barrier lipids with AHAs helps reinforce the skin barrier and restore lipid balance after exfoliation.

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

Linoleic acid and mandelic acid work well together, and barrier lipids like linoleic acid may be applied after mandelic acid exfoliation to rebuild the skin barrier and restore lipid balance.

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

Linoleic acid and mandelic acid work well together when you combine barrier lipids after mandelic acid exfoliation to help reinforce your skin barrier and restore lipid balance.

## Research on linoleic acid and 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

## Other combinations

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

## About the Lovi Fit

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

Lovi checks every pairing with brand-independent rules its dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this pairing advice: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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