What is mandelic acid?

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. So, let me introduce mandelic acid to you in detail below!

What is mandelic acid?

Mandelic acid is a type of fruit acid. It is a newly emerging acid and also the OP’s new favorite! It contains two elements that effectively inhibit the so-called “melanin manufacturing factory” in the skin: “tyrosinase” and “tyrosine”. It can block the production of melanin and is more effective than other skin-removing ingredients.

The difference between mandelic acid and fruit acid

1. Fruit acid: Fruit acid uses the principle that acid can corrode and exfoliate dead skin, accelerating the metabolism of epidermal cells. Therefore, it has the effect of exfoliating old cuticles and avoiding cuticle accumulation, while also unclogging pores and reducing sebaceous gland secretion. However, it is more irritating to the surface of the skin and will cause obvious tingling sensation after use, especially for people with normal to dry skin, who will feel it particularly strongly.

2. Mandelic acid: Mandelic acid is an outlier among fruit acids. It is fat-soluble, has a large molecular weight, and penetrates deeper. Therefore, it is much less irritating than fruit acids during use. Therefore, generally speaking, the concentration of mandelic acid products on the market is higher than that of fruit acids.

Is mandelic acid fat soluble?

Mandelic acid is a type of fruit acid with a large molecular weight, mild properties, and is a lipophilic fruit acid. It can easily bind to the skin and penetrate the stratum corneum. It can help inhibit sebaceous glands, reduce oil secretion, and reduce acne. It has a good effect on problems such as acne, enlarged pores caused by abnormal keratin metabolism, and so on. 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.