4.5
93% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
The Ordinary
4.5 • 2,505 Reviews
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4.5
93% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
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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I love this brand’s azelaic acid suspension. I suffer from rosacea and it always helps clear it up or any redness. Also can’t believe the price point. Very affordable!
4y ago
I think the brand overall has a very individualistic curation. They have a few resources that help with defining what your routine should look like. But you can also make it more targeted with personalization. Overall for the value of product from manufacture to consumer, I really really appreciate.
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Overall, I'm really impressed with the products and how easy to use it is. For luxurious products without the huge markup I would say that the ordinary really does prize people's accessibility to their products. I have a very specific morning routine and evening routine, and they make it so easy to travel with.
I’ve thrown so many skincare products in the trash after I fell in love with The Ordinary products. I have combination skin and always have a hard time finding quality with a friendly budget. These products are amazing and after a few weeks, my skin has been transformed. I will forever recommend this brand!
Great price point. Cleaned my skin but didn’t help clear up acne. I do not really care for face cleansers that do not foam.
The Ordinary offers high quality products at extremely affordable prices. Highly recommend!
The Ordinary products are a great, budget-friendly way to create your own tailored skin care regimen. My repurchases include the AHA + BHA Exfoliating Peeling Solution for a weekly chemical mask, and the Retinol in Squalane. It's an inexpensive place to shop for very specific items, or to test different products out if you're looking for something new.
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Some of the products do have a grainy texture or balls up on application
So many products by The ordinary are in my daily skincare routine! They're affordable, simple, and get the job done.
Literally the best skincare on earth, I love they hydraulic acid and all of their serums!! This brand has SAVED me!
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All I need is more products!!
Cheap and cheerful, great for someone who is interested in skincare and wants to do the work to mix together different concoctions and create a customized routine on a budget. I especially love the concealer, foundation (in so many shades!!), and the azeleic acid.
4y ago
I use The Ordinary AHA/BHA peel about once a week and I love it - I feel like it makes my skin so much softer and it seems like it helps keep my pores unclogged when used regularly. It's very affordable and lasts a long time.
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The solution is a little runny and sometimes gets in my mouth, and it tastes really bitter/bad. LOL
4y ago
Clean, chic packaging. Products that work & feel great. Not travel friendly.
4y ago
Pretty good products at very affordable and accessible price points!
4y ago
It's a good start for those who are wanting to look deeper into the skincare products they buy (e.g. discovering ingredients that you want to implement into your skincare routine) but I think their competitor Paula's Choice offer more effective results with similar ingredients. However, the pricing for The Ordinary is so budget-friendly, it's a good stepping stone to better skincare, but a stepping stone nonetheless.
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Providing more information about the results of their products, I might be sucked into Paula's marketing gimmicks but I can't help but feel like they are more effective than The Ordinary products.
I tried the retinol and niacinimide serums. I felt that they were just ok. Very affordable, but I didn't notice any change in the my skin. I stopped using it after a while because it felt like a waste of time.
I think the ordinary is a great brand. They're transparent and super affordable without missing out on quality. Best hyaluronic acid serum. Also love the AHA BHA Peeling Solution.
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I wish the individual items were larger. I'd rather pay double for double the product and not waste so much packaging. I think the website could also use some work. There are just so many products that the navigation gets overwhelming.
It's amazing how simple and effective these products are for the price. Before I was on prescription skincare, I used this brand and it worked almost as well as my prescription.
The Ordinary is everything you want in a skincare brand. They are no-fuss and so affordable. I personally use the Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% morning and night and it's done miracles for my acne prone skin. I would highly recommend for anyone that struggles with acne as it helps reduce sebum production.
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Nothing at all! Love it!
I love The Ordinary! Their products are great for my sensitive combination skin and they have not irritated my face or caused break outs. I prefer their skincare products to other brands because I value their ingredients.
I’m a huge Ordinary fan! This brand has replaced so many of my beauty products now. I can’t believe how much I had been paying for the same products with other brands. I am all about the ingredients now with my products and The Ordinary does not disappoint.
Love Ordinary products. They are high quality but at a price point everyone can afford. I’ve been using the Niacinamide and have seen an improvement in my skin’s texture. Excited to try their other products.