Stratia Soft Touch AHA: All the skin-clearing power of an AHA, without the irritation. 10% mandelic acid gently clears clogged pores, fades dark spots, and smooths and firms, even on the most sensitive skin. Because mandelic is a larger molecule than acids like glycolic, it works more gently at the surface. Chamomile, aloe, and allantoin keep skin calm, and the light gel dries quickly, so it layers easily under skincare and makeup. Free of fragrance, alcohol, and essential oils.
Best for: sensitive, dry, or mature skin that wants the benefits of mandelic with extra comfort, plus anyone ready to graduate from the 8%.
How to Use: After cleansing, apply a thin layer. Start in the evening 2–3 times a week, then gradually build up to daily as your skin adjusts. 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!
Key Ingredients:
-Mandelic Acid: gently exfoliates, clears blemishes, fades dark spots, and firms
-Chamomile: calms irritation and redness
-Aloe & Allantoin: soothe, heal, and boost moisture
Full Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Mandelic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Panthenol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Matricaria Recutita (Chamomile) Flower Extract, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Sodium Hydroxide, Diazolidinyl Urea, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Thoughtfully packaged in a bottle made with recycled plastic and a 100% recyclable box.
Stratia Soft Touch AHA: All the skin-clearing power of an AHA, without the irritation. 10% mandelic acid gently clears clogged pores, fades dark spots, and smooths and firms, even on the most sensitive skin. Because mandelic is a larger molecule than acids like glycolic, it works more gently at the surface. Chamomile, aloe, and allantoin keep skin calm, and the light gel dries quickly, so it layers easily under skincare and makeup. Free of fragrance, alcohol, and essential oils.
Best for: sensitive, dry, or mature skin that wants the benefits of mandelic with extra comfort, plus anyone ready to graduate from the 8%.
How to Use: After cleansing, apply a thin layer. Start in the evening 2–3 times a week, then gradually build up to daily as your skin adjusts. 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!
Key Ingredients:
-Mandelic Acid: gently exfoliates, clears blemishes, fades dark spots, and firms
-Chamomile: calms irritation and redness
-Aloe & Allantoin: soothe, heal, and boost moisture
Full Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Mandelic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Panthenol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Matricaria Recutita (Chamomile) Flower Extract, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Sodium Hydroxide, Diazolidinyl Urea, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Thoughtfully packaged in a bottle made with recycled plastic and a 100% recyclable box.
