How to use them
Use them in the same routine at night. Apply Mandelic Acid first, then Polyglutamic Acid, moving from thinnest to thickest texture.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Mandelic Acid5% – 10%, wait about 1 minute
- 3Polyglutamic Acid1% – 3%
- 4Moisturiserseal everything in
What Mandelic Acid does
The largest, slowest AHA. Dermatologists often pick it for melanin-rich Indian skin tones because it treats acne and pigmentation with a lower risk of post-inflammatory darkening.
- Typical strength
- 5% – 10%
- When
- PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Sensitive, Oily And Combination skin
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What Polyglutamic Acid does
A bigger-molecule humectant that forms a moisture-holding film on the skin. It is often paired with hyaluronic acid for plump, long-lasting hydration.
- Typical strength
- 1% – 3%
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Dry, Normal, Combination, Sensitive And Oily skin
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use Mandelic Acid and Polyglutamic Acid together?
Yes, and they work even better together. Polyglutamic Acid cushions Mandelic Acid: it hydrates and supports the barrier while the active does its work. That means less irritation and better results.
Which goes first, Mandelic Acid or Polyglutamic Acid?
Apply Mandelic Acid first, then Polyglutamic Acid. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.
Should I use Mandelic Acid in the morning or at night?
Mandelic Acid: best at night. Use 3–4 nights a week. It is mild enough that many people can use it more often than other acids.
Should I use Polyglutamic Acid in the morning or at night?
Polyglutamic Acid: works morning or night. Apply after toner and before moisturiser, morning or night.