{"title":"Mandelic Acid (10%)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMandelic acid comes from almonds. It gently removes old, dead skin from the top of your face. It is softer than other acids, so it does not make your skin red or sore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Brighten, it helps make your skin smoother and more even.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"brighten","title":"Brighten Serum 30ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMandelic acid 10%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHyaluronic acid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this for me?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is for you if you want a gentler exfoliant that smooths and refines your skin over time, without leaving it feeling stripped, irritated, or overly sensitised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does this product do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBrighten is a gentle exfoliating serum that helps improve uneven skin tone, rough texture, post-inflammatory marks, and dull-looking skin, without the harshness that comes with stronger exfoliants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIf you want brighter, smoother skin, you might have struggled to use exfoliating products consistently. Your skin improves at first, then starts feeling irritated, dry, tight, or sensitive from stronger acids or an overly complicated routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBrighten was formulated as a gentler exfoliating serum you can use consistently, without feeling like you're constantly fighting your skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I avoid this product?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBrighten may not be right for you if your skin barrier is highly sensitive, broken, or already irritated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf your skin is easily reactive, or you're already using multiple exfoliating or active products, introduce it slowly and watch how your skin responds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you're unsure whether Brighten is right for your skin, reach out and our team can help guide you, or book an online skin assessment.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy these ingredients?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBrighten uses 10% mandelic acid, an alpha hydroxy acid with a larger molecular size than acids like glycolic acid. That larger size lets it penetrate your skin more slowly, which is why it tends to be better tolerated if you find stronger exfoliants too irritating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMandelic acid supports smoother-looking texture and a more even complexion over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHyaluronic acid supports hydration and helps reduce the dry, tight feeling that can come with over-exfoliation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Epitology","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44780261605512,"sku":"746747454149","price":1395.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/1418\/5096\/files\/brighten30ml_01_62450488-eb3f-4ed2-b9ce-302f4053bf3a.jpg?v=1787229934"}],"url":"https:\/\/epitology.com\/collections\/mandelic-acid-10.oembed","provider":"Epitology Skin Technology","version":"1.0","type":"link"}