There are so many positive applications for mandelic acid. It is not perfect for all skin types though. Used for blemish prone skin, melasma and to slough dead skin cells to encourage new cell growth as well as softening wrinkles, refining pores, regulating sebum production, etc. Our products are 100% clean without any cheap fillers.
Method of Application Wipe pad gently over your skin after cleansing and before toning. Leave about 5 minutes before continuing with your routine. We recommend only using exfoliants 2-3 x per week total.
We have two versions available of the Mandelic Acid 8% Pads: First option has added Zemea aka propanediol, which is a corn based, organic glycol. The second option does not have any added Zemea.
Shelf Life and Storage Information for Products and Ingredients
Finished Products generally don't need to be refrigerated as they are preserved, but you can refrigerate them to extend their shelf life. The shelf life for most products is 9-12 months. Vitamin C Serum(s) and VitaResurface products should always be refrigerated to extend their shelf life.
Sample Sizes do have a shorter shelf life (generally 3-6 months) and items in jars can dry up quicker than this if the lid is not tightened well enough (except our Vitamin C Serums - use within 90 days).
Please keep your products out of high humidity, heat, and direct light, and keep them in a dark cabinet when possible.
Exfoliating Acid products have a shelf life of 9-12 months. The only things we don't suggest refrigerating are the Mandelic Acid Serums or the Salicylic Acid Serums as those can crystallize in the refrigerator. If this happens you can set the product into a hot water bath to see if the crystals will dissolve.
Additional Items Requiring Refrigeration and/or Kept in the Dark
Hydrosols - remove 1 ounce of hydrosol and add it into a separate, sterilized spray bottle and spritzer. Keep the larger bottle in the refrigerator. Carrier Oils - generally you can refrigerate all carrier oils although some of the very rich oils will solidify. This is fine. All you have to do is take it out, warm it up at room temperature and it should liquefy. If not, setting the bottle in a hot water bath and occasionally shaking the bottle will hopefully turn into a liquid. ^There are some oils that have a super long shelf life like Coconut Cream and Jojoba Oil. Refrigeration is not necessary, but it surely won't hurt. Essential Oils - essential oils are best stored in a cool dark place. Co2 Extracts - these should always be refrigerated. Butters - we suggest refrigerating our "skincare' butters. You can take out what you need and keep the rest in the fridge. Clays - keep in a dry, dark place. Shelf life is at least 2 years. Herbs - all herbs (whole or ground) should be kept in a dark, cool and dry location. Herbal (liquid) Extracts - these are created using alcohol. The alcohol pulls the constituents from each herb. Root, Trunk, Leaves, and Flowers. Extracts have a shelf life of 3-5 years. They can be kept in the refrigerator (or a dark DRY place) Other Various Raw Ingredients - i.e. Sodium PCA, Honeyquat, Oat Beta Glucan, etc. will all have a different shelf life.
Zemea(propanediol) Organic, non-gmo, corn based glycol (used as a solvent), safer option than propylene and/or butylene glycols
Mandelic Acid 8% one of the the skin friendliest alpha-hydroxy acids available
Hyaluronic Acid extremely hydrating (holds up to 100x its weight in water), we also include this as a barrier to protect the skin for those who want to use Mandelic Acid but are sensitive prone
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MANDELIC 8% ACID PADS without Zemea:
Spring Water hydrating
Mandelic Acid 8% one of the the skin friendliest alpha-hydroxy acids available
Hyaluronic Acid extremely hydrating (holds up to 100x its weight in water), we also include this as a barrier to protect the skin for those who want to use Mandelic Acid but are sensitive prone