Fitglow Beauty Clear + Bright Mandelic Serum Drops
Works for
Evens skin toneMandelic acid, Kojic acid + 2 moreWorks well
“To address post-breakout hyperpigmentation, Kojic Acid, Bearberry Extract, and Rooibos Tea operate synergistically to illuminate dark spots and harmonize uneven tone.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: kojic acid, mandelic acid
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
MoisturizingChondrus crispus, Vitis vinifera seed oil + 5 moreWorks
“Concurrently, Hyaluronic Acid secures essential moisture.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, hyaluronic acid.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: vitis vinifera seed oil, viola tricolor extract.
Anti-blemishMandelic acid, Salicylic acidNot delivered
“A proprietary blend of Mandelic Acid, Wild Pansy, and Cranberry Enzymes delicately dissolves dead skin cells and decongests pores, thereby diminishing the visibility of dark spots and blemishes without inducing the inflammation frequently associated with aggressive chemical peels.”
This product contains ingredients (mandelic acid) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
ExfoliationSide benefit the brand mentions · Mandelic acid, Tartaric acid + 1 moreWorks well
“Powered by a natural blend of Mandelic Acid, Kojic Acid, and Bearberry Extract, the resurfacing formula clears blemishes while improving overall skin tone without disrupting the lipid barrier.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: mandelic acid.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Kojic acid, Tartaric acid + 5 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (kojic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - tartaric acid also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Hyaluronic acid, Ascorbic acidMay help
This product contains kojic acid. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Sodium anisate, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extractMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Mandelic acid~4.6–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps shed the upper layer of dead cells from the surface of the skin revealing smoother, brighter skin. It can help to reduce hyperpigmentation. It has anti-bacterial properties, and might help to reduce blemishes, as well as fine lines and wrinkles. It is considered to be gentler than glycolic acid
More about Mandelic acidVaccinium myrtillus leaf extract~3.8–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium anisate~3–4.5%
Chondrus crispus~2.4–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispusArctostaphylos uva ursi leaf extract~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Kojic acid~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps to reduce hyperpigmentation and neutralize free radicals. Can be irritating
More about Kojic acidAspalathus linearis extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Citric acid~0.9–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidMalic acid~0.55–1.3%
Tartaric acid~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An AHA (alpha-hydroxy acid). It oxidizes quickly which makes it less effective in skincare formulations. It can support skin's barrier and moisture levels
More about Tartaric acidVitis vinifera seed oil~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilAscorbic acid~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidHibiscus sabdariffa flower extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It might contain a compound anthocyanin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extractPropanediol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinSodium levulinate~0.15–0.65%
Rosa canina fruit extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence is lacking
More about Rosa canina fruit extractViola tricolor extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have an anti-inflammatory effect in skin
More about Viola tricolor extractGlucose~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseHyaluronic acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidPotassium sorbate~0.05–0.3%
Salicylic acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidIngredient list view
Water, Mandelic acid, Vaccinium myrtillus leaf extract, Sodium anisate, Chondrus crispus, Arctostaphylos uva ursi leaf extract, Kojic acid, Aspalathus linearis extract, Sodium benzoate, Citric acid, Malic acid, Tartaric acid, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Ascorbic acid, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Propanediol, Glycerin, Sodium levulinate, Rosa canina fruit extract, Viola tricolor extract, Glucose, Hyaluronic acid, Potassium sorbate, Salicylic acid
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| Fitglow BeautyClear + Bright Mandelic Serum DropsYOUR PRODUCT | OARS + ALPSWake Up Face Serum | Fig. 1Vitamin C 15% Refillable Treatment Serum to Brighten and Smooth | Goldfaden MDBrightening Elixir | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 85% | 85% | 84% |
| Price | $69.00 | $49.00−$20.00 | $38.00−$31.00 | $45.00−$24.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Beta-Glucan | Ferulic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 21 studies and safety reviews.
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