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4.5

93% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Ingredient-transparent formulations
  • Clinically effective actives
  • Minimalist, fragrance-free options
  • Wide, customizable range
  • Occasional sticky textures
  • Potential irritation from actives
  • Hit-or-miss product efficacy
  • Confusing layering for beginners

The Ordinary earns strong reviews for being effective and ingredient-focused: many users report clearer, smoother, more hydrated skin from staples like Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%, Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5, Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution, and the AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution. Reviews also flag weaknesses: some formulas feel sticky or pill, certain actives (retinoids, vitamin C, high-percentage acids) can irritate or be too harsh, results can be hit-or-miss by product or skin type, and the range can be confusing without research.

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2,506 reviews and posts

  • 3y ago

    This brand is one of the coolest brands that offers no additive skin care products. I really enjoy this brand !

  • 3y ago

    Love

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    I love the hair serum!

    Received a free product from The Ordinary

  • 3y ago

    Love this line, seriously helped clear up my skin

    Influencer for The Ordinary

  • 3y ago

    I love this brand. I've tried many different products from them and I've loved them all.

  • 3y ago

    I love the glycolic acid for body acne and for armpits to reduce my deodorant usage! Life saver!

  • 3y ago

    I have few serums from them and I love them, I try the exfoliant I like too, I’ll buy them again!

  • 4y ago

    I love all the facial serums + the affordability!

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  • 2y ago

    i love the acne set from this brand! it true ku did helped with my acne prone skin!

  • 2y ago

    Absolutely love the ordinary brand! All products have active ingredients, and it’s really work for me!

  • 2y ago

    I love the ordinory products.

  • 2y ago

    Ordinary is my favourite brand. Its available in such a affordable pricing and works wonder for skin.

  • 2y ago

    I’m in love with the serums from the ordinary! It gives a glow and it is good for acne.

    Received a free product from The Ordinary

  • 2y ago

    Helped clear my acne and scars. Lovely packaging, I like the idea of the glass bottle and pipette. It’s affordable too

  • 3y ago

    I love the Ordinary Rose Hip Seed oil! It hydrated my skin so well and helps me feel refreshed.

  • 3y ago

    Best quality and value. My go to vit c product is from here!

  • 3y ago

    i used the oil for my face from the ordinary and I loved it. I use it under my makeup and my nightroutine

  • 3y ago

    No bs, amazing product! seen result in a week.

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