Vivant Skincare Mandelic Acid 3-In-1 Wash

Gentle Exfoliating Gel Cleanser for Acne-Prone Skin, Clogged Pores, Dark Spots & Uneven Texture

Cleanse, clarify, and gently refine your complexion with Vivant Mandelic Acid 3-In-1 Wash, an exfoliating facial cleanser designed to improve the appearance of clogged pores, blemish-prone skin, dullness, and uneven texture without abrasive scrubbing.

Powered by mandelic acid, an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), this lightweight cleansing gel helps loosen accumulated surface skin cells while removing excess oil, impurities, and everyday buildup. Its combination of antioxidant-rich green tea, grape, and kiwi extracts, alongside moisture-binding honey and glycerin, supports a refreshed, smoother, and more balanced-looking complexion.

Ideal for normal, combination, and oily skin, including patients who experience breakouts and dryness simultaneously, this non-abrasive cleanser provides an approachable introduction to chemical exfoliation.

Particularly relevant for acne-prone skin and skin of color experiencing post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), Mandelic Acid 3-In-1 Wash can be incorporated into a corrective skincare regimen focused on improving clarity while minimizing unnecessary irritation.

Benefits

• Gentle Chemical Exfoliation: Mandelic acid helps loosen accumulated surface skin cells to improve dullness and uneven texture.

• Clarifies Congested Pores: Removes surface buildup and excess oil that can contribute to clogged pores and blemish-related imperfections.

• Supports Acne-Prone Skin: Helps maintain a cleaner, more balanced skin surface without physical scrubbing beads.

• Improves the Appearance of Uneven Tone: Gentle exfoliation can complement a regimen targeting post-acne marks and discoloration.

• Enhances Skin Radiance: Helps reveal a brighter, smoother-looking complexion.

• Provides Antioxidant Support: Green tea, grape, and kiwi extracts help condition skin exposed to environmental stressors.

• Maintains Skin Softness: Honey extract and glycerin provide humectant benefits to help reduce the feeling of dryness after cleansing.

• Suitable for Face & Body: May be used on the face, chest, back, and other recommended breakout-prone areas.

Best For

Skin Types: Normal, combination, oily, acne-prone, and selected skin types experiencing both dryness and congestion.

Skin Concerns:

• Acne-prone skin and recurring breakouts

• Clogged pores and visible congestion

• Excess surface oil

• Post-acne marks and discoloration

• Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH)

• Uneven skin tone

• Rough or uneven texture

• Dullness and surface buildup

• Chin and jawline breakouts

• Body blemishes on the chest and back

• Skin of color requiring a conservative exfoliation approach

Not Ideal For: Severely dry, highly reactive, or compromised skin that cannot tolerate exfoliating acids or foaming surfactants.

Key Ingredients

Mandelic Acid: An alpha hydroxy acid derived from bitter almonds that helps exfoliate accumulated surface skin cells, refine rough texture, and improve the appearance of uneven skin tone. Its relatively large molecular structure generally allows slower penetration than glycolic acid.

Green Tea Extract (Camellia Sinensis): Rich in antioxidant polyphenols that help protect against environmental oxidative stress and support a calmer-looking complexion.

Grape Fruit Extract (Vitis Vinifera): Provides antioxidant and skin-conditioning compounds that help maintain a smoother, refreshed appearance.

Kiwi Fruit Extract (Actinidia Chinensis): A botanical extract containing antioxidant compounds that support skin conditioning and a revitalized appearance.

Honey Extract: A natural humectant that helps attract moisture and support skin softness.

Glycerin: A moisture-binding ingredient that helps attract and retain water, supporting skin comfort during cleansing.

How to Use

AM and/or PM | Cleansing Step

Apply a small amount to damp skin and gently work into a lather. Massage over the face or recommended body areas, avoiding the eyes and mucous membranes.

Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat dry. Follow with your recommended toner, corrective serum, and moisturizer.

Recommended Introduction:

• Week 1: Begin every other day to assess skin tolerance.

• Week 2: Increase to once daily if well tolerated.

• Week 3 and Beyond: Use morning and evening only if appropriate for your skin and the rest of your corrective regimen.

For patients new to exfoliating acids or experiencing dryness, a shorter contact time may be preferable to prolonged application.

AM: Finish with broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher. For patients with melasma or persistent hyperpigmentation, consider tinted sunscreen containing iron oxides for additional visible-light protection.

Amare Clinical Tip: Mandelic Acid 3-In-1 Wash is a useful introductory cleanser for patients managing both breakouts and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

Unlike abrasive exfoliating cleansers, this formula relies on chemical exfoliation without polishing beads. This distinction can be particularly helpful for skin of color when unnecessary friction and inflammation may worsen discoloration.

Because the product is rinsed off, its corrective effects are generally more limited than those of a leave-on mandelic acid serum. For persistent acne or pigmentation, additional individualized treatments may be necessary.

Important to Know

• Contains mandelic acid, an exfoliating alpha hydroxy acid.

• Does not contain physical buffing beads.

• Contains ammonium lauryl sulfate, a cleansing surfactant that may cause dryness in susceptible skin.

• Gentle does not mean irritation-free.

• Avoid applying to broken, severely irritated, or compromised skin.

• Use caution when combining with multiple exfoliating acids, retinoids, or benzoyl peroxide.

• Daily sun protection is important when addressing discoloration.

• Discontinue use if persistent burning, redness, or significant dryness develops.

• Results vary depending on skin condition, tolerance, and consistency of use.

Full Ingredient List (Manufacturer Published)

Water, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Propylene Glycol, Mandelic Acid, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Glycerin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract, Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract, Honey Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract.

Ingredient formulations may change. Refer to the product packaging for the most accurate and current ingredient information.