Mandelic acid is larger than Glycolic acid, the most popular alpha hydroxyl acid, which makes it better tolerated on the skin. Mandelic acid belongs to a group of AHAs known as aromatic alpha hydroxyl acids, and is the smallest aromatic AHA. Mandelic acid has long been used in the medical community as an antibacterial, particularly in the treatment of urinary tract infections, as well as an oral antibiotic.

INCI Name: Mandelic Acid

Functions: Anti-Acne Agent, Anti-Aging Agent

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Benefit Claims: Anti-Acne, Anti-Aging

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Identification & Functionality

INCI Name
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
90-64-2
EC No.
202-007-6

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Product Characteristics

As an alpha hydroxy acid, Mandelic acid works by breaking up the bond between skin cells, leading to an increased rate of cellular turnover. This is beneficial because it purges the skin of dead skin cells, which can lead to wrinkles, hyperpigmentation and acne, among other conditions. Mandelic acid has also long been known to have antibacterial properties, which are especially beneficial in the treatment of acne and oily skin.

Mandelic acid is considered a great alternative to steroids and hydroquinone in the treatment of hyperpigmentation such as Melasma as it has none of the side effects found with those treatment types; however, for skin that can tolerate the presence of hydroquinone, the combination of hydroquinone and Mandelic acid resulted in even faster break up of Melasma.

Product Benefits

Skin care benefits:

• Antibacterial for acne treatment.

• Interferes with the melanin production.

• Reduces sebaceous gland oil production.

• Increases collagen and elastin.

Applications & Uses

Skin Care Applications
Treatment Product Applications
Use Level
1.0 – 10.0 %
Recommended Uses

• Acne treatments

• Antiaging as well as whitening products

• Melasma treatments

• Make-up products such a skin lightener/skin fader

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
White crystalline powder.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging

25 kg/drum.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life / Storage Conditions

2- year shelf life. Store in a cool and dry area, keep sealed and keep away from light. Light Sensitive.