Your skin gets all the benefits of an effective anti-aging ingredient with an added acne-fighting component.

Mandelic acid has quietly become a favorite among dermatologists, estheticians, and skincare lovers who want results without irritation. Derived from bitter almonds, mandelic acid is an AHA that’s ...

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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Mandelic acid also has melanin-regulating properties, so it's helpful for fading and preventing ...

We’re a beauty culture that's obsessed with exfoliating our faces. We slough and scrub our way to smoother, clearer skin using a wide array of at-home peels, pads, and resurfacing serums. Point being, ...

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Carley Millhone is a writer and editor based in the Midwest who covers health, women's wellness, and travel. Her work has appeared in publications like SELF, Greatist, and PureWow. Mandelic acid ...

When I started dealing with hormonal acne—not whiteheads I could cover with a spot treatment, but deeper, more persistent bumps—I quickly realized I needed something I could use daily, not just in ...

We spoke to the lead esthetician at the Spa at Hotel Chelsea all about this gentle exfoliator that's perfect for acne-prone and sensitive skin. According to Murray, mandelic acid is an exfoliating ...

The best mandelic acid serums stand apart from the other more commonly known alpha hydroxy acid (AHAs). This unique ingredient gently exfoliates and brightens skin by removing dead skin cells and even ...