6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid AHA Liquid Exfoliant for Dark Spots, Textured Skin

6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid AHA Liquid Exfoliant for Dark Spots, Textured Skin

Alpha Beta® AHA/BHA Daily Cleansing Gel

Alpha Beta® AHA/BHA Daily Cleansing Gel

6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid AHA Liquid Exfoliant for Dark Spots, Textured Skin

Paula's Choice

6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid AHA Liquid Exfoliant for Dark Spots, Textured Skin

Cleanser · 25 ingredients

A liquid exfoliant formulated for dry, combination, and normal skin types dealing with dark spots, uneven texture, and signs of aging. It combines 6% mandelic acid, the gentlest AHA, to target discoloration and wrinkles, with 2% lactic acid, a time-released AHA that hydrates and visibly smooths the skin's surface. Yarrow root extract rounds out the formula by supporting and soothing the moisture barrier and microbiome.

Vegan
Alpha Beta® AHA/BHA Daily Cleansing Gel

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare

Alpha Beta® AHA/BHA Daily Cleansing Gel

Cleanser · 30 ingredients

A daily cleansing gel formulated with AHA exfoliants—glycolic acid to visibly minimize signs of aging and lactic acid to support cell renewal—alongside willow bark extract, a natural source of salicylic acid that gently exfoliates and clears pores. Best suited for oily, combination, and normal skin types, it targets uneven texture and enlarged pores without leaving skin feeling oily or heavy.

Vegan
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No conflicts — safe to layer

Both are Cleanser products.

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Price
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Key ingredients

AHA

A gentle, large-molecule AHA — good for sensitive or acne-prone skin.

Mandelic Acid (AHA)

A gentle, large-molecule AHA — good for sensitive or acne-prone skin.

Lactic Acid (AHA)

A water-soluble acid that exfoliates the surface for smoother, brighter, more even skin.

Lactic Acid (AHA)

A water-soluble acid that exfoliates the surface for smoother, brighter, more even skin.

Glycolic Acid (AHA)

A water-soluble acid that exfoliates the surface for smoother, brighter, more even skin.

BHA

Glycerin

The workhorse humectant — simple, effective, and exceptionally well-tolerated.

PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

A nourishing plant oil that softens skin and helps seal in moisture.

Mandelic Acid (AHA)

A gentle, large-molecule AHA — good for sensitive or acne-prone skin.

AHA

Sodium PCA

A humectant that pulls water into the skin for plumper, more hydrated skin.

Hyaluronic Acid

Holds water in the skin for instant plumping and hydration.

Aloe Vera

Cools and hydrates irritated skin.

Bisabolol

A soothing ingredient that calms redness and irritation.

Green Tea

An antioxidant that calms inflammation and helps regulate oil.

Gluconolactone (PHA)

A gentle, large-molecule exfoliant that smooths and hydrates — ideal for sensitive skin.

What it targets

Brightening

Anti-aging

Texture

Hydration

Barrier

Brightening

Anti-aging

Texture

Oil control

Soothing

Antioxidant