Mandelic Acid is a skin-friendly alpha hydroxy acid that takes on acne, wrinkles, pigmentation, and dullness to safely transform texture and tone in even the most sensitive skin. Because we get so many questions about this magical multi-tasker, we’ve pulled...
Meet Mandelic Acid Clinical Mandelic Acid is a gentle resurfacing acid developed by Vivant founding formulator Dr. James E. Fulton, MD, PhD. One molecule. Three visible concerns: texture, breakout-prone skin, and uneven tone. Visibly smoother skin in two weeks —...
When people talk about gold standard ingredients, the ones that are widely accepted as true changemakers in the skin, they are mainly talking about ingredients developed by James E. Fulton, M.D., Ph.D. Dr. Fulton, a scientist, biochemist, dermatologist, and cosmetic...
Everyone is looking for the best and buzziest ingredients. How crazy would it be to have a shelf full of them and be missing the one ingredient that makes them all work? The master key to unlock the powers of...
Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) are essential for bright, radiant skin because of their ability to exfoliate and boost cell renewal. Two of the most popular are glycolic acid and mandelic acid. While they have a lot in common, there are distinct...
Mandelic acid is a gentle alpha hydroxy acid that fights acne and addresses skin issues associated with shaving, making it a hero ingredient for men. Acne, ingrown hairs, razor bumps, irritation. Men have their own skin issues. Mandelic acid is...
Daily Repair Pads are one of our bestselling products for good reason. What makes this such a must-have? A powerhouse formulation that ticks boxes not found on the typical toner resume (fading dark spots, anyone?). It’s a synergistic blend of...
From acne to aging to even tone, mandelic acid is the multi-tasking AHA that does it all. Skin too sensitive for glycolic acid? Mandelic acid has a larger molecular structure than most alpha hydroxy acids, which allows for slower penetration...
If you’re just discovering mandelic acid and wondering how to incorporate this multi-tasking ingredient into your regimen, a toner with mandelic acid is a perfect place to start. Few ingredients are as versatile or tick as many boxes as mandelic...
Table of contents Gently Resurfaces Clears and Prevents Breakouts Brightens Repairs Photodamaged Skin Who Should Use Mandelic Acid? Benefits of Mandelic Acid Recommended Products What do you do when you want potency, but you don’t want anything too aggressive? You...
Mandelic acid is a gentle, multitasking AHA that brightens, smooths, and clears even the most sensitive types. Table of contents Mandelic Acid: The Gentle Exfoliating AHA for Acne, Dark Spots, and Sensitive Skin What Is Mandelic Acid? Is Mandelic Acid...
Mandelic acid and retinoid are two superstar ingredients and the mainstay of the Vivant line. Each has impressive benefits for improving skin texture and tone, reducing signs of aging, and clearing acne. Table of contents Recommended Serums for Skin New...
