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Mandelic Acid is a stabilised Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA), naturally derived from the hydrolysis of an extract obtained from bitter almonds.
In terms of molecular structure, the Mandelic acid molecule is larger than that of the widely used AHA, glycolic acid, and is therefore not as aggressive. This further means that there is less likelihood that ‘hotspots’ will develop with Mandelic acid as with other peeling agents.
The use of Mandelic acid within the skin care industry stems from its dual nature as an alpha hydroxy acid with potential cosmeceutical activity along with well-established antibacterial activity.
The earliest trial with Mandelic acid had two aims: to determine whether it can produce anti-ageing effects on the skin similar to those produced by glycolic acid, and to assess the antibacterial action of Mandelic acid in treating acne and preventing gram-negative bacterial infections after laser resurfacing.
Evaluation in the cosmeceutical industry over a period of 18 years has shown success in utilising Mandelic acid for the improvement of acne, skin texture, wrinkles, lentigenes and melasma. Results have been documented showing a significant improvement of hyperpigmentation when tested on the hands in a 28-day trial period. The skins texture improves with perceivable results within days of use, while fine lines and wrinkles showed improvement in photo-aged skin concerns and hyperpigmentation.
In 2006, the DermaFix Cosmeceutical Skin Care range was launched into the South African skin care market with the introduction of Mandelic Acid (AHA) as a ‘hero’ ingredient found within DermaFix DermaBright. Further Mandelic acid-based formulations have since been included within the DermaFix Cosmeceutical Skin Care range, and may be found in DermaFix MD Prescriptives Mandelic Cleanser and MD Prescriptives Mandelic Toner.
These above-mentioned products have the following skin care benefits:
- MD Prescriptives Mandelic Cleanser is a mild, multifunctional cleanser that delicately yet deeply cleanses the skin. The skin re-acquires its original equilibrium dealing with various problematic skin care concerns.
- MD Prescriptives Mandelic Toner is a 3-in-1 multi-purpose clarifying toner working to balance pH levels, assisting to control and reduce excess oil production for a clear and even complexion. It furthermore penetrates deep into pores to remove makeup and pore-clogging redundant skin cells while refining the surface of the skin.
- DermaFix DermaBright ‘mini-peel’ is particularly useful in assisting to suppress hyperpigmentation, as well as working to treat inflammatory non-cystic acne while rejuvenating photo-aged skin. DermaFix DermaBright can be gradually incorporated into your evening skin care routine and may be added into any DermaFix cleansers as a wash, or may applied neat as advised by your DermaFix Skin Care Professional.
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For more information on DermaFix products, or for further information relating to the DermaFix Cosmeceutical Skin Care brand, visit www.dermafix.co.za or call 0861 28 23 23.
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Rochelle is the founder and driving force behind Aesthetic Appointment. With a passion for the aesthetics and pro-ageing industry in South Africa, she has been in the aesthetic publishing industry since 2012, dedicated to creating a valuable platform for insights and knowledge, bridging the gap between patients and doctors - delivering reliable, medical-based information. Rochelle firmly believes in the power of a good skincare regimen, especially when started at home, and is committed to educating consumers about the myriad of treatments, procedures, and products available to them.
- Rochelle Friedmanhttps://www.aestheticappointment.co.za/author/rochelle
- Rochelle Friedmanhttps://www.aestheticappointment.co.za/author/rochelle
- Rochelle Friedmanhttps://www.aestheticappointment.co.za/author/rochelle
- Rochelle Friedmanhttps://www.aestheticappointment.co.za/author/rochelle
