How to use them
Use them in the same routine at night. Apply Mandelic Acid first, then Vitamin E, moving from thinnest to thickest texture.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Mandelic Acid5% – 10%, wait about 1 minute
- 3Vitamin E0.5% – 1%
- 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 Vitamin E does
An oil-soluble antioxidant that protects skin lipids from damage and noticeably stabilises vitamin C. It is heavy in pure form, so it is better inside formulas than straight from a capsule.
- Typical strength
- 0.5% – 1%
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Dry, Normal And Sensitive skin
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use Mandelic Acid and Vitamin E together?
Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Mandelic Acid and Vitamin E, and neither makes the other less effective.
Which goes first, Mandelic Acid or Vitamin E?
Apply Mandelic Acid first, then Vitamin E. 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 Vitamin E in the morning or at night?
Vitamin E: works morning or night. Look for it combined with vitamin C and ferulic acid. Very oily or acne-prone skin should avoid pure vitamin E oil.