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#1 Dermatologist-recommended Clinical Mandelic Acid
This high-strength serum delivers enhanced exfoliation with Clinical Mandelic Acid to promote a clearer, brighter, and smoother complexion. Designed for Oily Skin types, it supports the appearance of even skin tone with gentle exfoliation that helps smooth skin and promote the look of a more even skin tone. Perfect for stubborn blemish-prone skin, uneven looking tone, and visible signs of aging.
Skin Types: Normal, Combination, Oily
Skin Tones: All
Ideal for: Thicker Skin, including the back
WHAT YOU'LL SEE
Firmer, brighter, more even skin tone and texture. Gentle exfoliation reduces the appearance of fine lines, dark spots, and acne impactions.
WHAT YOU'LL FEEL
Micro-exfoliation is normal. If dryness or irritation occurs, reduce frequency before resuming daily use.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
Mandelic Acid gently exfoliates for a more even tone. Excellent alternative to Glycolic Acid for dark skin tones. This formula contains alcohol to help deliver active ingredients effectively while ensuring a lightweight, fast-absorbing feel.
DR. FULTON'S NOTES
“Super efficient and potent, Clinical Mandelic Acid epitomizes what I consider to be modern skin care innovation at its best. In my opinion, Clinical Mandelic Acid is one of the best modalities to come along since I developed vitamin A acid (tretinoin, Retin-A) in 1969.”
HOW TO USE/ DIRECTIONS
PRO TIPS AND USAGE NOTES:
KEY INGREDIENT DEVELOPED BY DR. JAMES E . FULTON
Clinical Mandelic Acid: A uniquely profiled Alpha-Hydroxy Acid pioneered by Dr. Fulton to address multiple visible concerns in all skin tones. Provides gentle exfoliation and helps clarify the look of breakout-prone and congested skin, supporting a smoother, more refined, and even-toned appearance.
OTHER KEY INGREDIENTS:
Lactic Acid: A gentle Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) that helps exfoliate the skin’s surface, promoting a refined texture. It acts as a humectant to attract and retain moisture, supporting hydrated, soft, and smoother-looking skin.
Urea: A naturally occurring humectant that attracts water to the skin, helping maintain optimal hydration.
Sodium PCA: A component of the skin’s natural moisturizing factor that helps maintain hydration and protect skin’s moisture barrier against environmental stressors.
Niacinamide: A form of Vitamin B3 that helps even skin tone, soothes skin, and aids in the appearance of firmness.
Inositol: Part of the Vitamin B family, it helps retain moisture, improve skin elasticity, and reduce the look of uneven tone. It’s valued in advanced formulas for visible skin renewal.
Ingredients: Alcohol Denat., Water, Propylene Glycol, Clinical Mandelic Acid, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Glycine, Fructose, Urea, Niacinamide, Inositol, Sodium Benzoate, Lactic Acid
In line with Vivant’s commitment to innovation and regulatory compliance, website ingredient lists may vary slightly from the product packaging. For the most accurate ingredients, refer to your product packaging.
Q: Who is this serum for?
A:15% Mandelic Acid Serum is for skin already acclimated to the 8% formula. It’s ideal for oily or resistant skin types and for darker skin tones that are more prone to discoloration.
Q: When should I move up from 8% to 15%?
A: Once you’ve used 8% consistently for 6–12 weeks without tingling, peeling, or other signs of irritation, and you’d like to intensify your results, you can switch to the 15% formula.
Q: How does it help with dark spots?
A: The higher concentration provides more intensive exfoliation, helping fade the look of existing dark spots and minimize new discoloration. Over time, skin looks brighter and more even.
Q: Can it help blemish-prone skin?
A: Yes. Its gentle exfoliation helps clear surface buildup that can clog pores, supports a more balanced complexion, and helps reduce the look of post-blemish marks.
Q: What about signs of aging?
A: Regular use helps soften the look of fine lines, refine skin texture, and revive dullness for smoother, more radiant-looking skin.
Q: Is it good for skin that tends to be sensitive or dark skin tones?
A: Mandelic Acid absorbs slowly, which helps reduce the chance of irritation, making it a smart option for skin that tends to be easily irritated and darker skin tones that can be prone to discoloration.
Q: How is it different from other exfoliating acids?
A: Mandelic Acid has a larger molecule than Glycolic Acid, so it penetrates more slowly and is less likely to irritate. Plus, this formula includes Niacinamide, Lactic Acid, and urea for extra hydration, barrier support, and texture refinement.
Finding the right skincare routine can sometimes be overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure things out alone. Vivant’s complimentary online consultations connect you with a licensed aesthetician who understands the science of skin and can help target your specific concerns and build a regimen that’s right for you.
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Dear Charmie,
Thank you for leaving us such a positive review! We are glad to hear that you are loving our 15% Mandelic Acid Serum (Level II). This alcohol based serum is perfect for those with oily and resistant skin. We hope you continue seeing improvement in your skin's texture and tone!
The Vivant Team
So far so good no irritation I haven’t seen a difference but little break outs. Hopefully it works
Dear Catherine,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our 15% Mandelic Acid Serum (Level II). We are so glad to hear that you haven't experienced any irritation and that it's working well for you. This serum is perfect for correcting resistant oily skin, and we hope it continues to work for you.
To see optimal results, we recommend using this serum in the morning and incorporating a Vitamin A corrector in the evening. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to hearing about your progress.
The Vivant Team
Wonderful product for clearing pimples
Dear Dorothy,
Thank you so much for your kind words about our 15% Mandelic Acid Serum (Level II). We're thrilled to hear that it's been helping with clearing your pimples. That's exactly what we designed it for! In fact, Mandelic Acid helps treats not only acne, but hyperPigmentation and aging as well! Thank you for choosing Vivant and we hope to continue exceeding your expectations.
The Vivant Team
Never wrote reviews in my life. However, this serum changed my skincare routine and my skin. If you struggle with acne, closed comedones, dark spots, etc. This will help a lot. It is not irritating at all like other exfoliation in the market and you can see results quickly within weeks. You should hydrate the skin carefully as you go as well.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our 15% Mandelic Acid Serum. We are thrilled to hear that it has made such a positive impact on your skincare routine and helped with issues such as acne, closed comedones, and dark spots. Mandelic is a very gentle AHA so it tends to be less harsh on the skin, all while being extremely effective. We appreciate your support and hope to continue providing you with effective products.
The Vivant Team
I became acclimated to Mandelic 8% and noticed my hyperpigmentation was getting worse. I tried the 15% acid and it quickly changed my pigmentation after 1 week. I did go through a purge and the hyperpigmentation darkened greatly. After about 5 days, I began to peel. Once the peeling subsided, lighter skin was revealed with satisfying improvement. FYI it is a very spicy serum even with full acclimation to the 8% concentration. Beware of massive tingling.
Dear Perri,
We are very happy to learn that you love the 15% Mandelic Acid Serum. Yes, the 15% mandelic Acid Serum is stronger, so we recommended for oily or resistant skin. Ideal for skin acclimated to the 8% mandelic Acid serum and skin sensisitve to Benzoyl Peroxide.
The 15% Mandelic Acid Serum generates new collagesm and it is an antibacterial. Is an advanced formula trifecta, targeting acne, aging and irregular skin pgmentation. Exfoliates, clarifies, refines and retextures skin without the harsh irritation or post inflammatory hyperigmentation associated with other AHA.
We hope that you continue enjoying the Serum and other Vivant Products.
The Vivant Team
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