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Acne Specialists Mandelic 8% Serum: The next step up in mandelic acid, for skin that's ready for more. This stronger formula delivers deeper exfoliation to clear pores, smooth rough, bumpy texture, and fade stubborn dark marks, all without being aggressive or over-drying. Lactic acid adds extra brightening, while hyaluronic acid keeps skin soft and hydrated.
Best for: combination to oily skin, stubborn congestion, and oily buildup, plus anyone ready to graduate from the 5%.
How to Use: After cleansing and toning, apply 1–2 pumps and follow with moisturizer. Start in the evening 2–3 times a week, then gradually build up. Some skin can tolerate twice daily. If using in the morning, always follow with SPF.
Nut allergy caution: mandelic acid is derived from bitter almonds. If you have a tree nut allergy, check with your doctor before using.
The Mandelic Breakdown
Mandelic acid is a naturally brightening, skin-clearing favorite for breakout-prone skin, and its gentle nature makes it easy to build up over time. Here's how our three strengths line up:
Acne Specialists Mandelic 5% Serum: gentle yet highly effective. A perfect starting point for dry, sensitive, combination, or oily skin that's prone to breakouts, and for first-time exfoliators.
Acne Specialists Mandelic 8% Serum: a little more punch. Great for combination to oily skin, and especially helpful for clearing oily buildup.
Stratia Soft Touch AHA (Mandelic 10%): our strongest, balanced with soothing chamomile and aloe. Ideal once your skin is ready for more, and comfortable enough for drier or more mature skin.
Not sure where to start? Ask me at your next visit!
The Results:
+100% said their skin felt noticeably smoother
+97% experienced fewer breakouts
+85% saw dark marks and hyperpigmentation look lighter
Based on a survey of 30 users, ages 14–49.
Key Ingredients:
-Mandelic Acid: exfoliates and clears pores
-Lactic Acid: exfoliates and brightens
-Sodium Hyaluronate: hydrates and supports the skin barrier
Acne Specialists Mandelic 8% Serum: The next step up in mandelic acid, for skin that's ready for more. This stronger formula delivers deeper exfoliation to clear pores, smooth rough, bumpy texture, and fade stubborn dark marks, all without being aggressive or over-drying. Lactic acid adds extra brightening, while hyaluronic acid keeps skin soft and hydrated.
Best for: combination to oily skin, stubborn congestion, and oily buildup, plus anyone ready to graduate from the 5%.
How to Use: After cleansing and toning, apply 1–2 pumps and follow with moisturizer. Start in the evening 2–3 times a week, then gradually build up. Some skin can tolerate twice daily. If using in the morning, always follow with SPF.
Nut allergy caution: mandelic acid is derived from bitter almonds. If you have a tree nut allergy, check with your doctor before using.
The Mandelic Breakdown
Mandelic acid is a naturally brightening, skin-clearing favorite for breakout-prone skin, and its gentle nature makes it easy to build up over time. Here's how our three strengths line up:
Acne Specialists Mandelic 5% Serum: gentle yet highly effective. A perfect starting point for dry, sensitive, combination, or oily skin that's prone to breakouts, and for first-time exfoliators.
Acne Specialists Mandelic 8% Serum: a little more punch. Great for combination to oily skin, and especially helpful for clearing oily buildup.
Stratia Soft Touch AHA (Mandelic 10%): our strongest, balanced with soothing chamomile and aloe. Ideal once your skin is ready for more, and comfortable enough for drier or more mature skin.
Not sure where to start? Ask me at your next visit!
The Results:
+100% said their skin felt noticeably smoother
+97% experienced fewer breakouts
+85% saw dark marks and hyperpigmentation look lighter
Based on a survey of 30 users, ages 14–49.
Key Ingredients:
-Mandelic Acid: exfoliates and clears pores
-Lactic Acid: exfoliates and brightens
-Sodium Hyaluronate: hydrates and supports the skin barrier