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product_id: 419931325
title: "The INKEY List Mandelic Acid Treatment 15ml, Treats Hyperpigmentation, Fades Acne Marks, Fragrance-free, Suitable For All Skin Types"
brand: "the inkey list"
price: "$28"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "The Inkey List"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/419931325-the-inkey-list-mandelic-acid-treatment-15ml-treats-hyperpigmentation-fades
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
---

# 1% Retinol boosts cell turnover to fade dark spots Glycerine for deep hydration without dryness 10% Mandelic Acid for gentle yet effective exfoliation The INKEY List Mandelic Acid Treatment 15ml, Treats Hyperpigmentation, Fades Acne Marks, Fragrance-free, Suitable For All Skin Types

**Brand:** the inkey list
**Price:** $28
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌙 Reveal radiant skin overnight with science-backed glow power!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** The INKEY List Mandelic Acid Treatment 15ml, Treats Hyperpigmentation, Fades Acne Marks, Fragrance-free, Suitable For All Skin Types by the inkey list
- **How much does it cost?** $28 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- the inkey list enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted the inkey list brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Advanced Cell Renewal:** 1% Retinol accelerates natural skin turnover for visibly brighter, clearer skin
- • **Nighttime Glow Ritual:** Use PM only for maximum results, paired with SPF to protect your renewed skin
- • **Hydrating & Lightweight:** Glycerine locks in moisture, ensuring skin stays nourished and never dry
- • **Sensitive Skin Friendly:** Large molecule AHA formula suitable for all skin types, even sensitive
- • **Targeted Hyperpigmentation Fighter:** Clinically proven 10% Mandelic Acid reduces melasma & acne marks without irritation

## Overview

The INKEY List Mandelic Acid Treatment is a fragrance-free, lightweight 15ml serum combining 10% Mandelic Acid and 1% Retinol to effectively reduce hyperpigmentation, acne marks, and dark spots. Designed for all skin types, it exfoliates gently while deeply hydrating with glycerine, making it a must-have PM treatment for a clearer, brighter complexion.

## Description

Product Description A gentle, lightweight targeted treatment with 10% Mandelic Acid (an AHA) derived from bitter almonds, alongside a unique ingredient pairing of Retinol. This powerful treatment works to help reduce hyperpigmentation without drying out the skin and gently exfoliates skin whilst hydrating.Use in PM only. Shake well before use and apply a thin layer on cleased skin and leave to absorb before following with your preferred moisturiser. Use SPF in Morning as this product can increase sun sensitivity. Ingredients 10% Mandelic Acid: an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) derived from bitter almonds with a large molecule size making it suitable for sensitive skin with proven melanin inhibiting benefits to help reduce dark spots, hyperpigmentation & post acne marks. P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); Directions For use in your PM skincare routine. Safety Warning For external use only See more

Review: I recommend for hyperpigmentation - This is magical. In three days there was a noticeable difference in my skin.It was clearer.My hyperpigmentation started to d Fade away.The only complaint I’ve got is that the product is very small in size.
Review: Reducing the discolouration really well. - Excellent cream. Really does work. Use only at evening.

## Features

- A targeted treatment for people with discolouration or hyperpigmentation caused by acne or breakouts.
- This mandelic acid treatment is also suitable for people with active acne or blemishes to minimise scaring.
- 10% mandelic acid, which helps to reduce melasma and acne stains. Reduce RPA. 202320230.1% Retinol helps to increase natural cell turnover and fade dark spots, hyperpigmentation and discolouration.
- Glycerine deeply moisturises and absorbs moisture

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09VYH8KZL |
| ASIN  | B09VYH8KZL |
| Best Sellers Rank | 6,430 in Beauty ( See Top 100 in Beauty ) 74 in Face Spot Treatments |
| Brand | The INKEY List |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (760) |
| Customer reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (760) |
| Date First Available | 18 Mar. 2022 |
| Format | Cream |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 30 x 20 x 110 millimetres |
| Item model number | 757132377691 |
| Item model number  | 757132377691 |
| Item weight | 0.5 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | The INKEY List |
| Manufacturer  | The INKEY List |
| Package Weight | 0.03 Kilograms |
| Package dimensions | 12.3 x 5.7 x 2.2 centimetres |
| Product Dimensions | 3 x 2 x 11 cm; 14.17 g |
| Product Dimensions  | 3 x 2 x 11 cm; 14.17 g |
| Scent | Almond |
| Skin type | All |
| Special features | Lightweight |
| Volume | 15 Millilitres |

## Product Details

- **Active ingredients:** glycerin,mandelic acid,retinol
- **Brand:** The INKEY List
- **Item form:** Cream
- **Item weight:** 0.5 Ounces
- **Material feature:** Natural
- **Product benefits:** Dark Spot Correction,Hydrating,Moisturizing,Blemishes Treatment
- **Scent:** Almond
- **Skin type:** All
- **Special ingredients:** Glycerin, retinol
- **Use for:** Skin

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is it supposed to sting upon application?**
A: no i think if it stings you may be allergic to the formula and immediately see a doctor aswell as washing the product off and not using it, for me it doesnr sting when i have it on- it soothes it

**Q: Is this a cream or gel based?**
A: It’s a cream formula

**Q: Is it meant to sting a little upon application?**
A: nope!! you may be allergic if it stings, go see a doctor and wash off the applied skincare immediately!!

**Q: did it work effectively?**
A: i think it does, ive been using it for a week now and ive seen great results so far, it does exactly as described to do!!

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I recommend for hyperpigmentation
*by B***E on 13 December 2025*

This is magical. In three days there was a noticeable difference in my skin.It was clearer.My hyperpigmentation started to d Fade away.The only complaint I’ve got is that the product is very small in size.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reducing the discolouration really well.
*by R***A on 3 February 2026*

Excellent cream. Really does work. Use only at evening.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Not sure
*by A***A on 16 January 2026*

Didn't really help

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*Store origin: NZ*
*Last updated: 2026-02-28*