4.5
93% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
The Ordinary
4.5 • 2,515 Reviews
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4.5
93% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
The Ordinary earns strong reviews for effective, ingredient-forward skincare that improves texture, acne, oil control, and hydration—standouts include Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%, Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5, Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution, AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution, Squalane Cleanser, and Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA. However, reviews also flag weaknesses: some formulas feel sticky or pill, certain actives (retinol, high-percentage acids/niacinamide) can irritate or dry skin if misused, results vary by product, and the technical lineup can overwhelm beginners.
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2y ago
These are amazing products. And affordable. The Argireline, Matrixyl serums, Azeliac Acid and Rosehip Oil are things I use daily and can’t live without. Try this brand, you won’t regret it.
2y ago
The ordinary hyaluronic acid was the first serum I ever used and I was suspicious of the low price point, but it has been the best I’ve ever used. I have bought more expensive brands and keep going back to theirs. Simple and gets the job done. I have never had more hydrated and supple skin
2y ago
I use their Niacinimide serum and Peeling solution. Both products work well without being super pricy. This brand is available in places like target or ulta so they are easily accessible.
2y ago
Love the brand and price point, especially compared to most other skin care brands. The sunscreen in specific is hard for me to apply -- and it has a bit of tone to it which I'd rather just have a clear sun screen
2y ago
I love this brand for their simplicity. Ingredients are clearly listed, and I don’t feel like I’m paying for fancier packaging or frills that I don’t need or want.
2y ago
The Ordinary is an amazing and affordable skin care brand. I've used some of the products and I love them. This particular product is named Hyaluronic acid and I use it every day and I kid you not, my skin is glowing, I use it in my skin care and my makeup prep routine. Will definitely repurchase.
2y ago
My absolute favourite products are the Hyralonic Acid and the Nicinimide Serum. So good Skin Care !
2y ago
I love the look of this brand, the packaging is so aesthetic and really good. I love how you don't really feel there is a lot of product on your skin but you can feel your skin getting soft and healthy. Since I started using products of this brand my makeup sits so much smoother and more natural on my face.
2y ago
good cost performance! I love items of the Ordinary. They are reasonable and good feel.
2y ago
I've tried a few products from The Ordinary (HA 2%, Lactic Acid, Pynocgenol 5%, and Peptide serum) I think it's an excellent brand for the price point. I'm also a fan of K-beauty/J-Beauty products and I find that I prefer K-Beauty/J-Beauty brand more, especially HA product. I'm trying out the Pynocgenol 5% right now (about 2 weeks) and I don't love it but I don't hate it either. The Lactic Acid is great and probably my favorite product of the ones that I have tried. It's gentle enough that I can use it 3 times a week. The peptide formulation is one of the most affordable one out there so it's a great value for someone who wants to include copper peptide in the skincare regimen.
2y ago
The rosehip face oil brought my skin back to life. When my skin was dry, I would apply the rosehip face oil every night before bed, and would wake up the next morning with beautiful, hydrated, glowy, plump skin!
2y ago
I love the Hyaluronic acid and Niacinamide. There a no BS, premium product with no brand premium charge.
2y ago
I love this brand. I have many different ordinary products that I have used almost everyday for the past two years!
2y ago
Start forward, diy feel where you can mix and match individual ingredients
2y ago
The ordinary has been a staple to my skin care for about 4 years now! I tend to gravitate to the brand for having no scents added. I haven't had any issues using The Ordinary skincare products or under makeup. Having dry skin my favourite is the Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5. I definitely recommend this if you want plump, hydrated, and healthy looking skin (can be used both morning and night). The Ordinaey is readily available, affective and easy on the pocket!!!
2y ago
I love The Ordinary products! They are super affordable and have provided a significant improvement in my skin over time. I have fairly dry skin and their squalane oil is a holy grail in my skincare routine acting as an emollient and occlusive while sealing in my moisturizer. I highly recommend this brand for those who want high-quality, inexpensive skincare products!
2y ago
love this stuff! unscented, love the feel (not too oily or dry) and works super well. i love the simplicity too
2y ago
I love the product! I use it every morning and night! Only thing I wish it was easier to pull up the liquid if that makes sense lol!
2y ago
I love all of the ordinary products! They are so affordable and yet, so effective! This brand has such a huge line up of products that work so well and does what it’s supposed to do! Highly recommend!
2y ago
I use the ordinary in my day to day skin care routine. However, I find that the moisturizers are too wet in a sense where my face feels wet and sticky after applying it. The hair growth serum works wonders though.