Which is better, mandelic acid or salicylic acid?

Salicylic acid and mandelic acid are two very common skin care products in our daily life. Salicylic acid and mandelic acid are two completely different acids, so which one of the two is better? Let me give you a detailed introduction below!

Which is better, mandelic acid or salicylic acid?

There is no difference between good and bad, you just need to choose the product appropriately according to your skin type. If we compare the effectiveness of improving acne/pimples, since the emphasis is on the metabolic capacity of keratin, the order would be: salicylic acid > mandelic acid. The order of intensity of skin irritation is: salicylic acid > mandelic acid. If you do not have oily skin, then salicylic acid or mandelic acid, which are fat-soluble and less irritating, will be more suitable for you.

Difference Between Salicylic Acid and Mandelic Acid

Mandelic acid: Mandelic acid is milder and can even be used by pregnant women. It has less irritation and much fewer side effects. It can also whiten the skin. For example, it is not as effective as A acid and sodium salicylate in treating dry skin, peeling, and swelling. Of course, for me, the actual effect is still far from that of A acid, but for friends who are not in a hurry, are not serious, and do not want acne to be too harsh, you can choose mandelic acid to try!

Salicylic acid: I have used salicylic acid in moisturizing cream, but the feeling of application is not as fresh as the essence. I haven’t tried the actual effect. My whole face became hot and red after the first use, so I washed it off and I’m afraid to use it again! However, many friends who have used it say that it is very good. Persistent use can remove closed comedones and whiten the skin. Closed comedones can be removed almost completely with A acid, and salicylic acid can also be chosen to control it!

Effects of Mandelic Acid on Skin

Mandelic acid can easily adhere to the skin and penetrate the stratum corneum. It can help inhibit sebaceous glands, reduce oil production and reduce acne. It has a good effect on problems such as acne, enlarged pores caused by abnormal keratin metabolism, etc. At the same time, because mandelic acid can gently remove old cuticles, the skin tone will look brighter and it is beneficial for pigmentation such as acne scars. Mandelic acid is a type of fruit acid with a large molecular weight, mild properties, and is a lipophilic fruit acid.