What It Is
Face Reality 8% Mandelic Serum is a professional-strength exfoliating treatment formulated with 8% mandelic acid to help clear congestion, improve skin texture, minimize clogged pores, and promote healthy cellular turnover. As the next step after 5% Mandelic Serum, it delivers stronger exfoliation while supporting a clearer, smoother, and more balanced complexion as part of a customized Acne Bootcamp routine.
Important:
MUST BE A RETURNING CLIENT TO ORDER.
This product is only available to existing Skin Gal acne clients who have been instructed by their Acne Expert to progress to 8% Mandelic Serum. It is not recommended for new clients or first-time Face Reality users.
MUST BE A RETURNING CLIENT TO ORDER.
This product is only available to existing Skin Gal acne clients who have been instructed by their Acne Expert to progress to 8% Mandelic Serum. It is not recommended for new clients or first-time Face Reality users.
Benefits + Skin Type
Benefits
• Professional-strength mandelic acid exfoliation
• Helps reduce congestion and clogged pores
• Promotes healthy cellular turnover
• Improves rough skin texture
• Helps brighten dull-looking skin
• Supports clearer, healthier-looking skin
• Lightweight, fast-absorbing formula
• Designed for progressing Acne Bootcamp clients
Best For
• Returning Face Reality Acne Bootcamp clients
• Congested skin
• Acne-prone skin
• Oily skin
• Combination skin
• Rough texture
• Blackheads and closed comedones
• Clients progressing from 5% Mandelic Serum
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Shopping at Skin Gal saves you approximately $7 USD on shipping compared to purchasing directly from many skincare retailers. Every order ships fast from our Kansas studio so you can continue progressing through your customized Acne Bootcamp journey.
How To Use It - The Anna Way
Apply a thin layer to clean, dry skin exactly as directed by your Skin Gal Acne Expert. Follow with hydrating serums and moisturizer after the product has fully absorbed.
Use only as recommended in your customized Acne Bootcamp routine. Because mandelic acid is an exfoliating acid, daily sunscreen is essential to protect your skin and maintain your results.
Anna's Pro Tip:
8% Mandelic Serum is one of my favorite progression products because it gives clients a noticeable boost in exfoliation without jumping straight to the strongest acids. We only introduce it once your skin has shown it's ready for the next step.
8% Mandelic Serum is one of my favorite progression products because it gives clients a noticeable boost in exfoliation without jumping straight to the strongest acids. We only introduce it once your skin has shown it's ready for the next step.
Why Anna Loves It
"This is often the sweet spot for many Acne Bootcamp clients. It offers stronger exfoliation than 5% while remaining gentle enough for consistent use. It's a great progression product that keeps clients moving toward clear skin safely."
Anna, Licensed Esthetician & Acne Specialist
What to Pair It With (linked!)
For Redness After Acne
- Face Reality Soothing Radiance Toner
- Face Reality HydraRemedy™ Gel Serum
- SIV Biome Balancing Serum
- Epicutis Lipid Serum
To Protect Your Progress
- Face Reality Daily SPF 30 Plus
- Colorescience Face Shield FLEX SPF 50
- Colorescience Brush-On Shield SPF 50
- Amarte ULTRA VEIL® DAILY SPF 40
To Maintain a Healthy Barrier
Ingredients
Aqua (Water), Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Mandelic Acid (L), Alcohol, Lactic Acid (L), Butylene Glycol, PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate, Alcohol Denat., Niacinamide, Sodium Lactate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium PCA, Sodium Hyaluronate (L), Urea, Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate
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