The Ordinary reviews and discussion

I do like the ordinary products but you have to be very knowledgeable about product ingredients to be able to use them effectively. I do wish the packaging was more sustainable. Great price points and love their rosehip oil!

Ordinary is correct. I purchased a full line up. The price point is great, especially for younger teens just getting into skincare. Outside of that, I found the formulas thin and lackluster.

Really good affordable skincare. My favorite product is the hyaluronic acid serum.

Been a longtime The Ordinary user and the products are very effective IF you know what you're looking for. Great price points and formulas that actually do what they say. I use the rosehip oil on my face after the sun for anti-inflammation and it's perfect. I also like that most things are decently fragrant-free so it's not overwhelming.

love all of their products. When I lived in nyc I would go to the store in nolita.

Big fan and have multiple products in my regime (marine hyaluronics, peptide serum, peptide for eyes). The acids can be a bit concentrated and having isolated ingredients rather than “big brand blends” is helpful if you know what you’re looking for, but they could use a “it goes well/do not mix with” chart for those dipping their toe in

One of the few products thst doesn’t flair my perio oral dermatitis. Works well with my skin.

Great AFFORDABLE SKINCARE! I highly recommend the alpha arbutin and azalaic acid for dark spots.

This is a great starter brand for people just getting into skincare. It offers a wide variety of products, and at an unbeatable price point. However, I do think that can come with a trade off for efficacy, so I would pick and choose what you get from this brand. I’ve tried their hair care line, which I absolutely do not recommend - it didn’t do anything at all for my hair. But their squalene cleanser is one of my favorite cleansers I’ve used.

physical exfoliation has never worked out great for me, so i really like the ordinary’s exfoliating solution. it makes my skin super smooth and is very affordable. it looks nice displayed in the bathroom too!

I love the ordinary. Each product I try I am impressed with. The price point is accessible enough that I feel comfortable trying things that I normally wouldn’t purchase. I also like that each product is boiled down to a few ingredients so anyone can customize and adjust their skincare regimen. I also find that anything I purchase will last me several months so it’s an affordable way to keep my skin happy and healthy!

hyaluronic acid slaps 🔥

The product (serum for dark circles) is very agreeable, I did not feel any itching, and it worked after about a month

Best cost-effective skincare, including high-quality serums.

One of the best quality and most affordable skincare brands on the market. It is awesome that you can choose products by single ingredients to truly customize your skincare routine.

I’ve tried a bunch of the serums (HA, lactic acid, retinol, and some others), and they’re worth trying because the price is so affordable. Even if you find a product doesn’t work for you, it’s a pretty low barrier to try. If it does work, then great! Also, the packaging is durable (I’ve dropped a bottle a couple times before, and they’ve survived). The size of the serums is also travel-friendly so you can maintain your routine while traveling.

I used the ordinary a few years back and I believe SOME of their products are perfect for beginners. The line has a wonderful starter kit with a few products that can get you started in treating your skin without overwhelming it. The ordinary keeps it simple and gets the job done!

I’m not a huge fan of any of their products but the bha aha mask is life changer.

I love how affordable and accessible the products are, but you can tell you're sacrificing the experiential part of applying skincare products. Most of the serums I've tried leave my hands sticky and the tops get stuck on the bottles. As a licensed Esthetician, I wish The Ordinary provided more education on the products since they are mostly single actives and I've seen more clients than I can count who bought 6 serums and use them all everyday with no knowledge of how that can be damaging to their skin or affecting the efficacy of the formulas. Overall I love The Ordinary for somebody who's willing to get a little bit nerdy with their skincare routine and has other priorities in their budget.

super affordable my favorite is the eyelash serum it works wonders!!!