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Mizon AHA & BHA & PHA Peeling Mist for skin with dark spots

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Mizon AHA & BHA & PHA Peeling Mist

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A great choice for skin with dark spots; a few toners fit it even better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dark spots: hyperpigmentation, sun spots, and uneven skin tone. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.

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Lovi Assistant explains

  • Offers moderate exfoliation for pigmentation on your normal skin due to the presence of glycolic acid and lactic acid, which provide general skin resurfacing benefits.
  • Mandelic acid and gluconic acid further contribute to exfoliation with their keratolytic action, though the formula lacks sufficient humectants for optimal hydration.
  • The product is safe for your normal skin as it does not contain prohibited or harsh ingredients, minimizing the risk of irritation.

How to apply

  • Use your exfoliating toner in your PM routine. Start once a week and slowly increase if your skin likes it.
  • Apply after your cleanser, before your moisturizer. This step helps target your pigmentation goals effectively.
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the exfoliating toner into your skin. Avoid rubbing to keep your face happy.
  • Apply the exfoliating toner on clean and completely dry skin. This ensures the best comfort for normal skin.
  • Always avoid the eye area and use SPF daily while using this exfoliating toner.

People Say

★4.4Overall rating based on 100+ reviews

Based on limited data, users find this peeling mist provides immediate, visible exfoliation and leaves skin feeling smoother and brighter. It is particularly effective for Keratosis Pilaris on the body and is generally considered gentle. However, the spray application can be messy for facial use, and some users note a strong alcohol scent or the need for rinsing.

Highlights

  • Visible exfoliation Mostly Mentioned
    • “Dead skin all over my fingertips”
    • “Peels the skin without drying”
    • “Removes dead skin and waste”
  • Smoother skin texture Often Mentioned
    • “Skin was much softer”
    • “Leaves skin radiant and hydrated”
    • “Creating smooth skin”
  • Messy spray application Often Mentioned
    • “Hard to keep the mist out of your eyes”
    • “Nozzle sprays too wide for use on the face”
    • “Sprays everywhere”
  • Effective for KP Sometimes Noted
    • “Worked so well on clearing my KP”
    • “Perfect as an overall body exfoliant”
    • “Great for peeling legs”
  • Gentle formula Sometimes Noted
    • “Very gentle to my skin”
    • “Did not irritate me”
    • “Mild hypoallergenic peeling mist”
  • Residue/rinsing required Sometimes Noted
    • “You do need to wash it off”
    • “Leaves a residue”
    • “Massage gently... rinse with lukewarm water”
  • Alcohol content Rarely Noted
    • “Alcohol smell is actually quite strong”
    • “Found that a bit too drying”
    • “Contains alcohol”

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Questions and answers

What makes Mizon Peeling Mist a great fit for skin with dark spots?

This exfoliating toner is a great fit for skin with dark spots because glycolic acid and lactic acid help resurface the skin to fade pigmentation. Mandelic acid and gluconic acid support this with gentle shedding of dead skin cells while keeping irritation unlikely.

Which ingredients make this exfoliant a good fit for skin with dark spots?

Glycolic acid and lactic acid help resurface your skin to tackle dark spots, while mandelic acid and gluconic acid gently clear away dead surface cells. It is safe for everyday use and unlikely to cause irritation.

What does Mandelic Acid do for skin with dark spots?

Mandelic acid helps fade dark spots and uneven skin tone while being generally gentle on the skin. It works by gently exfoliating the outer layer to reveal fresher, more even skin underneath. To properly treat dark spots, a product of this type needs additional brightening ingredients and soothing agents to calm the skin and improve pigment reduction.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2016Dermatologic Surgery, 2016

What does Salicylic Acid do for skin with dark spots?

Salicylic acid helps fade dark spots and uneven skin tone left behind after breakouts. It gently clears away surface buildup, which may improve the look of dark marks and support a smoother, more even complexion over time.

Dermatologic Surgery, 2009Dermatologic Surgery, 1999

Where does this exfoliant go in a skincare routine for skin with dark spots?

This exfoliating toner is used in the evening as a treatment step, starting at once a week and slowly increasing in frequency if your skin handles it well. It helps fade dark spots by smoothing and renewing the skin surface with glycolic, lactic, mandelic, and salicylic acids.

Can I use this exfoliant with retinol, and in what order?

You should not use this peeling mist at the same time as retinol because combining strong acids like glycolic and salicylic acid with retinol is very likely to cause severe dryness and irritation. Instead, use your retinol on separate nights or use the exfoliant in your morning routine when you are not applying retinol.

How often should I use this exfoliant?

Start by using this exfoliating toner once a week, and if your skin tolerates it well and you see good results, you can carefully use it more often. It is a great fit for your skin, offering moderate exfoliation to help fade dark spots while keeping irritation risk low.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024

Can this exfoliant clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for skin with dark spots?

This exfoliant is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on skin with dark spots because its acids clear away dead skin cells and surface buildup. It may cause mild purging as the acids speed up skin renewal, but the formula is generally safe and minimizes the risk of irritation.

Cutis, 2004

Is this exfoliant fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

It has no fragrance and contains drying alcohol (alcohol and isopropyl alcohol).

What the research says

  • A polyhydroxy acid skin care regimen provided antiaging benefits comparable to an alpha-hydroxyacid regimen while demonstrating enhanced mildness and better tolerance in subjects.

    Cutis, 2004

  • Lactobionic acid produced better skin performance with a lack of skin irritation and barrier impairment compared to glycolic acid in 77 healthy volunteers.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010

  • Treatment with 45% mandelic acid peel showed nearly equal overall efficacy as 30% salicylic acid peel in patients with mild-to-moderate facial acne vulgaris, but with fewer adverse effects.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

  • Chemical peels using 35% glycolic acid, 20% salicylic-10% mandelic acid, and phytic acid reduce acne scores by 70.55%, 74.14%, and 69.7% respectively, and significantly decline the postacne hyperpigmentation index in Asian patients with mild to moderate acne.

    Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery, 2019

  • Commonly used chemical peels showed no significant differences in effectiveness for acne vulgaris in most comparisons, though combined salicylic and mandelic acid peeling was superior to glycolic acid and glycolic acid was superior to placebo, based on twelve randomized controlled trials.

    BMJ Open, 2018

  • Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen achieved a higher cure rate (39%) than salicylic acid (24%) and a wait-and-see approach (16%) for cutaneous warts at 13 weeks in primary care patients.

    CMAJ, 2010

  • A moisturizer containing licochalcone A, 1,2-decanediol, L-carnitine, and salicylic acid significantly reduced noninflammatory, inflammatory, and total acne lesion counts compared to a vehicle control in Thai patients during a 12-week maintenance phase.

    BioMed Research International, 2020

  • Treatment with 2% supramolecular salicylic acid hydrogel resulted in a regression and markedly improvement rate of 51.01% compared to 43.10% for Adapaline gel in patients with mild to moderate facial acne vulgaris, showing no significant difference in efficacy.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024

  • Repeated short-contact 70% glycolic acid peels provided superior results in atrophic acne scars compared to daily low-strength glycolic acid cream or placebo in 58 women over 24 weeks.

    International Journal of Dermatology, 2000

  • Serial glycolic acid peels combined with a modified Kligman formula significantly reduced facial PIH severity in Indian patients compared to the modified Kligman formula alone.

    Dermatologic Surgery, 2017

  • Application of a cream containing lactic acid 12% and pramoxine HCl 1% significantly improved skin dryness, hydration, and itch compared with a nontreated control in 24 women with a history of dry itchy skin.

    Cutis, 2004

  • Topical 12% ammonium lactate produced a significant sparing of epidermal and dermal atrophy induced by clobetasol propionate in human volunteers, without influencing the corticosteroid's bioavailability or antiinflammatory properties.

    Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1992

  • A lactic acid/ceramide lotion significantly improved skin moisturization and desquamation compared to no treatment in women with dry, rough skin on the anterior shins.

    The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020

Ingredients

Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Alcohol, Cellulose, Steartrimonium Methosulfate, Carbomer, Sodium Chloride, Isopropyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Chlorphenesin, Mandelic Acid, Gluconic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Salicylic Acid, Disodium Edta, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Lactobionic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Behind this fit score

Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our 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.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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