Key ingredients
4.5/5
6% mandelic and 2% lactic are the main actives in this mandelic acid serum.
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6% Mandelic + 2% Lactic Acid 1 fl oz
$15.00
Paula's Choice blends 6% mandelic acid with 2% lactic acid in a 1 fl oz liquid exfoliant. The page says the lactic acid is time-released and that the formula is fragrance-free. Six percent mandelic is lower than the 10% and 12% bottles, with lactic acid doing part of the work. If you wanted a single-acid mandelic serum, this bottle is a two-acid liquid on purpose.
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The Edyt Score
4.5 / 5.0
Targets
4.2/5
This mandelic acid serum is a 6% mandelic.
Formula standards
4.5/5
The mandelic acid serum is fragrance-free.
The verdict
Paula's Choice blends 6% mandelic acid with 2% lactic acid in a 1 fl oz liquid exfoliant.
Compare against similar products
Side-by-side vs 6 near substitutes (The Ordinary, Good Molecules, Naturium, Natural Outcome, Almond Clear, and Tree To Tub). Compare best for, key actives, texture, skin fit, Edyt score, and notes. Swipe sideways to compare.
| Pick | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | 6% mandelic plus 2% lactic acid | 10% mandelic plus hyaluronic acid | Up to four nights a week | 12% mandelic with niacinamide | 10% serum, one drop per section | Face and body in one serum | 10% mandelic plus lactic and glycolic |
| Key actives | 6% mandelic, 2% lactic | 10% mandelic, HA | Mandelic acid | 12% mandelic, niacinamide | 10% mandelic, HA | Mandelic acid | 10% mandelic, lactic, glycolic |
| Texture | Liquid exfoliant | Water-based serum | Serum | Leave-on acid | Serum | Serum | Serum |
| Skin fit | All skin types | All skin types | Including sensitive | Sensitive to combination | Oily, dry, sensitive | Face and body | Dry and sensitive |
| Edyt score Methodology: The Edyt Score reflects ingredient profiles, concentration, and formulation standards. It is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews. | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.3 |
| Notes | 6% mandelic · 2% lactic | 10% mandelic · 1 fl oz | 1 fl oz · Fragrance-free | 12% mandelic · 1 oz | 10% mandelic · Made in USA | Level 1 | 10% mandelic · Lactic |
| $ / size | $15.00 | $7.80 | $7.59 | $15.20 | $11.96 | $23.96 | $7.99 |
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FAQ
Who is 6% Mandelic + 2% Lactic Acid 1 fl oz best for?
Paula's Choice blends 6% mandelic acid with 2% lactic acid in a 1 fl oz liquid exfoliant. The page says the lactic acid is time-released and that the formula is fragrance-free. Six percent mandelic is lower than the 10% and 12% bottles, with lactic acid doing part of the work. If you wanted a single-acid mandelic serum, this bottle is a two-acid liquid on purpose.
How did Edyt Beauty score this mandelic acid serum?
Edyt Beauty rates 6% Mandelic + 2% Lactic Acid 1 fl oz 4.5 out of 5 from the ingredient list, who it is for, and how the formula is built. That is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews.
How does it compare to similar products?
The compare table above stacks 6% Mandelic + 2% Lactic Acid 1 fl oz against near substitutes for the same shopping job, including picks from The Ordinary, Good Molecules, Naturium, Natural Outcome, Almond Clear, and Tree To Tub. For more from the same brand, see More from Paula's Choice below.
Where can I buy it?
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