What You’ll See
Firmer, brighter, more even skin tone and texture. Gentle exfoliation reduces the appearance of fine lines, dark spots, and acne impactions.
What You’ll Feel
Micro-exfoliation is normal. If excessive drying occurs, skip a few days and restart every other day.
What You Should Know
Anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, brightening, gently exfoliating Mandelic Acid will not trigger hyperpigmentation. Excellent alternative to glycolic acid for sensitive or dark skin tones.
Use following cleansing and toning steps, when skin is primed for optimum product penetration.
Frequency: Once or twice daily - AM and/or PM. Start usage every other day and build to daily use.
Method: Apply in an even layer over entire area (no spot treatment). Allow to dry before applying any additional products.
Pro tips:
Apply Spin Trap Antioxidant Serum after the Mandelic Acid serum has dried for added brightening and photoprotective effects.
May be used on face, neck, chest, and back.
Additional notes: Best for skin already acclimated to 8% Mandelic Acid 3-in-1 Serum.
Mandelic Acid: A naturally derived extract of bitter almonds. Particularly effective in targeting acne, age spots, discoloration, and wrinkles while minimizing irritation. A natural skin lightener.
Lactic Acid: Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) derived from fermented milk. Gentler than other AHAs. Exfoliates dead skin, encourages cell renewal, aids in regulating pH and acts as moisture binder.
Urea: An organic compound and product of protein metabolism. Promotes rehydration in skin.
Sodium PCA: Skin’s natural moisturizing factor, Sodium PCA (pyrrolidone carboxylic acid) aids moisture retention and skin repair. Repels daily aggressors like pollution, smoke and UV rays.
Niacinamide: A water-soluble form of Vitamin B with firming effect and anti-inflammatory properties.
Inositol: Part of the Vitamin B family. Provides maintenance to the cell membrane.