The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% 30ml

The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% is a gentle AHA exfoliant that refines texture, brightens dullness, and supports a clearer-looking complexion.

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Smooths uneven texture with mild, slow-penetrating exfoliation

Visibly brightens dull tone for a fresher, more radiant look

Helps decongest pores and reduce the look of blemishes over time

Softens the appearance of fine lines without the sting of stronger acids

Layers well under serums and moisturizers; ideal for beginner acid users

About this product

The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% is a gentle AHA exfoliant that refines texture, brightens dullness, and supports a clearer-looking complexion.

How to Use

A simple daily ritual

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PM: After cleansing, pat skin dry.
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Apply a few drops to face and neck, avoiding eye area and broken skin.
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Wait 1–2 minutes, then follow with a gentle moisturizer.
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Use 3–4 nights per week, adjusting frequency based on tolerance.
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AM: Always apply broad-spectrum SPF the morning after use.

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Mandelic Acid (10%), Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin, Tasmanian Pepperberry Derivative
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Customer Reviews

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· Oct 21, 2025Verified Buyer
Great for pigmentation and breakouts
I’ve used this daily for almost a month. I’ve not had anything reduce my hyperpigmentation except very expensive laser treatments and that was still not permanent. The photos are over the course of the last month. I also used salicylic acid and a healing salve(beeswax, calendula, sea buckthorn etc). I needed to aplane the dead skin, but only had a dry patch for a couple of days and it wasn’t too bad.
— B
· Sep 20, 2025
Best product I have ever used for my clogged pores
This is the best product I have ever used! Since I stopped taking the birth control pill a year ago, I’ve been struggling with severe acne. It had gotten a bit better over time, but I still had a lot of clogged pores and my skin was far from smooth . I especially had bumps and clogged pores on my temples, chin and forehead. My doctor prescribed retinol and I cut out sugar and dairy from my diet, but nothing seemed to help. I’ve been using this product for just three days and it’s almost completely gone! I’m so happy and grateful!!!
— Mi
· Aug 4, 2025Verified Buyer
This is wonderful for sensitive redness prone skin
I’ve been using this product for three weeks, and am so impressed with the results I’ve been having with this product added to my regiment. You apply on clean face, let it work for 15 mins or so, and then apply your moisturizer. I found or to be tingly, without stinging or burning. I use this no more than 1-2 a week- depending on how reactive my skin is due to sun exposure or diet (I’m rosacea prone). My skin is glowy, smooth, and with an improved visual texture to the skin. I’ve been using this along side a mild creamy retinol over moisturizer so the two are alternating and just giving me my best life right now. PHA is my new best friend!
— Amanda
· May 12, 2025Verified Buyer
Holy grail!
I use all deciem products however I’ve finally found a product that’s completely transformed my skin when I use it regularly. When I use this I just cleanse my skin, apply this, wait a few minutes then put my moisturizer on top. I’ve looked all my life for something to even the coloring of my cheeks from rosacea and this is working! I use it about 3x a week and I haven’t had any sensitivity issues. The only negative was I got 2 cyst-like pimples that I attributed towards the purging process, even though I’m not one to really get acne.
— Michelle