Lightweight Hydration for Oily and Acne-Prone Skin
NEOSTRATA Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Hydragel is a lightweight water-gel face moisturiser designed to clarify, hydrate and visibly refine pores for smoother, healthy-looking skin.
Formulated for oily and acne-prone skin, this all-in-one moisturiser delivers oil-free hydration while helping reduce oily shine, refine the look of pores and diminish the look of post-acne marks.
Clarify, Hydrate and Refine Pores
This mineral oils-free, non-greasy hydragel features an exfoliating AHA/PHA blend with 4% Mandelic Acid and 4% Gluconolactone to exfoliate the skin’s surface layers, clarify the appearance of pores and visibly improve tone and texture.
It also contains Salicylic Acid, an oil-soluble BHA that can penetrate oils at the skin’s surface to exfoliate, diminish oiliness and visibly minimise pore size.
Brightens the Look of Post-Acne Marks
A brightening blend of 5% Alpine Plant Extract and 3% Botanical Blend helps visibly brighten the complexion and diminish the look of post-acne marks. The botanical blend also targets the look of skin oiliness and helps reveal a smooth, radiant-looking complexion.
Why Oily Skin Still Needs Moisturiser
Even oily and acne-prone skin needs hydration to support a healthy skin barrier. Mandelic Clarifying Hydragel provides lightweight hydration without adding unwanted shine, making it ideal for customers who avoid moisturisers because their skin already feels oily.
Visible Results After 2 Weeks
- 97% said skin feels hydrated
- 97% said skin appears less oily
- 94% said pores appear refined or less noticeable
- 91% said skin’s clarity is improved
- 100% noticed an overall improvement in the appearance of skin
*Percentage of participants noting improvement after twice-daily use.
After 4 Weeks
- 100% noticed overall improvement in the appearance of skin
- 100% said skin appears less oily
- 94% said skin appears to have less blemishes
- 94% noticed pores appear clean and clear of impurities
- 91% said post-blemish marks are faded or less noticeable
**Percentage of participants noting improvement with twice-daily use.
Formula Benefits
- Mineral oils-free
- Non-comedogenic
- Non-acnegenic
- Non-greasy
- Fragrance-free
- Formulated without parabens
Why It Works
Mandelic Clarifying Hydragel is designed for oily and acne-prone skin that needs hydration without unwanted shine. The lightweight water-gel formula combines exfoliating acids, brightening plant extracts and oil-control support to clarify, hydrate and visibly refine pores.
1. Lightweight Hydration Without Oily Shine
Oily skin still needs hydration to support a healthy skin barrier. This non-greasy, oil-free hydragel hydrates without leaving skin feeling heavy, greasy or shiny.
2. Exfoliates With an AHA/PHA Blend
4% Mandelic Acid and 4% Gluconolactone exfoliate skin’s surface layers to help visibly improve tone, texture and pore appearance.
3. Clarifies Pores With Salicylic Acid
Salicylic Acid is oil-soluble, allowing it to penetrate oils at the skin’s surface to exfoliate, diminish oiliness and visibly minimise pore size.
4. Helps Fade the Look of Post-Acne Marks
5% Alpine Plant Extract helps brighten the look of post-blemish marks, supporting a smoother, more even and radiant-looking complexion.
5. Targets the Look of Skin Oiliness
3% Botanical Blend helps target the look of oily skin while supporting a clarified, healthier-looking appearance.
Key Ingredients
Exfoliating Duo: 4% Mandelic Acid + 4% Gluconolactone
This AHA/PHA blend exfoliates the skin to clarify the appearance of pores, exfoliate skin’s surface layers and visibly improve tone and texture.
4% Mandelic Acid
Mandelic Acid is an oil-soluble Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) that helps normalise skin turnover. It gently exfoliates dead skin to help reduce oily shine, refine the look of pores and visibly fade the look of post-acne marks.
4% Gluconolactone
Gluconolactone is a Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) that helps gently exfoliate the skin’s surface while supporting smoother, healthier-looking skin.
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic Acid is an oil-soluble Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA) that can penetrate oils at the skin’s surface to exfoliate, diminish oiliness and visibly minimise pore size.
5% Alpine Plant Extract
A brightening plant extract that helps brighten the look of post-blemish marks and reveal a more radiant-looking complexion.
3% Botanical Blend
This botanical blend targets the look of skin oiliness and helps diminish the appearance of skin discolouration to reveal a smooth and radiant-looking complexion.
Full Ingredients
Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Gluconolactone, Mandelic Acid, Cetearyl Olivate, C13-15 Alkane, Potassium Hydroxide, Sorbitan Olivate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Salicylic Acid, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Alchemilla Vulgaris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract, Achillea Millefolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Primula Veris Flower Extract, Veronica Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Butylene Glycol, Polysorbate 60, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol.
How to Apply
Application / Suggested Use
Twist cap to open. Apply to the face twice daily, morning and evening.
May be layered over a NEOSTRATA serum or treatment. For daytime use, follow with a NEOSTRATA sunscreen.
Recommended Clarify Regimen
Begin with Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser or Oily Skin Solution. Apply Post-Acne Mark Correcting Serum if using a treatment step, then follow with Mandelic Clarifying Hydragel as your moisturiser.
Sunburn Alert
This product contains an Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) that may increase your skin’s sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use sunscreen, wear protective clothing and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards.
Caution
For external use only. Use only as directed. Avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse well with water. If rash or irritation develops, discontinue use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, seek medical assistance.
