25% Mandelic Acid Peel

What is Mandelic Acid?

Mandelic Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid.  Derived from bitter almonds, it has a number of benefits for the skin.

The molecular structure of mandelic acid is larger than better known alpha hydroxy acids such as glycolic acid and lactic acid.  This means it takes longer to penetrate the skin's surface and is much less irritating. 


Benefits

--Rapidly exfoliates dead skin cells and surface debris from the skin.

--Mandelic acid has antimicrobial/antibacterial properties, making it an excellent choice for all types of acne, including cystic acne.

--Loosens blackheads for easy extraction.

--Mandelic acid is excellent for clients with darker skin tones.  It does not cause the unwanted, lighter skin tone changes that you might experience with other AHA's.

--Mandelic acid inhibits the growth of melanin, the cause of brown patches, freckles, uneven skin tone and other sun-related skin care issues.

--Mandelic acid, with continued use, can help repair sun damaged skin.

--Mandelic acid reduces lines and wrinkles without the irritation of other AHA's.

--Mandelic is typically an excellent exfoliator for clients suffering from Rosaca.


What can I expect when using this peel?

Upon application, within the first minute-or-so, you will feel very little topical sensation, perhaps none.  Then, the skin may have a "warming" sensation, or slight tingling.  Remember, that this acid will penetrate more slowly, thus the topical sensation will take a bit longer.

Some clients will see actual peeling of the skin.  Others will just notice the excellent exfoliation benefits and a brighter, more glowing skin tone.


Important

This product is *not* a serum.  It has a watery consistency, so either dip a q-tip into the bottle for application, or remove the cap, place a gauze pad on the open bottle and tip it over to soak the gauze, then apply.


Directions
Cleanse your skin.
Pat dry.
Soak your q-tip or gauze pad with mandelic acid.
Begin at the forehead and apply the acid down the entire face.
Apply to neck and chest, if desired.
Allow the acid to process for 3-5 minutes.
Rinse with warm, soapy water.  Repeat several times to ensure all acid is removed.
Pat dry.
Moisturize.
Use once a week for the first two weeks.  Then use every 4 days.  If irritation develops, discontinue use.


Ingredients
Purified water, mandelic acid, SD alcohol, witch hazel distillate, propylene glycol, malic acid, butylene glycol, hydropropylcellulose, green tea extract, hops, horsetail plant, lemongrass, goldenseal.