58%
would repurchase
4.0/5
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ingredients

Ascorbic Acid, Squalane, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Coconut Alkanes, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glucomannan, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Trihydroxystearin, BHT.

Reviews

Reviews


2.0
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6 years ago

I really wanted to like this product. So much so that I bought an extra tube and also some Ferulic acid to go with it. Unfortunately, as wonderful as The Ordinary products might be with regards...

About reviewer (199 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinAcne-prone, Dark

HairBlack

EyesBrown



2.0
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6 years ago

This product has a rough, gritty texture that doesn't play nicely with other layers. And maybe I haven't been using it consistently enough, but I have yet to notice a difference in my skin -- no...

About reviewer (101 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

EyesHazel


4.0
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6 years ago

This was my absolute favorite product from the ordinary for a white, it’s instantly incredibly brightening & I noticed a lot of improvement in my skin, HOWEVER, I have really struggled to layer...

About reviewer (5 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinNormal, Fair-Medium

HairSilver

EyesHazel


4.0
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6 years ago

I read a lot of reviews before trying this serum so I knew what I was getting. Frankly I was shopping for the price, because if I’m going to use a product very consistently I’d prefer it be...

About reviewer (7 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinOther, Other

HairOther

EyesOther


5.0
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6 years ago

I've been using this in combination with the buffet for about 2 months. I don't know which product is doing the "work" but some new (yay middle age) broken capillaries have faded significantly...

About reviewer (77 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinVery Dry, Fair, Neutral

HairBrunette, Curly, Fine

EyesHazel


2.0
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6 years ago

I have been using this for 2 months. Have honestly yet to see any fading of my PIH and discoloration. However I did notice an overall glow up to my complexion, but it is not drastic enough for me...

About reviewer (8 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Medium Brown, Neutral

HairGrey, Curly, Fine

EyesBlack


5.0
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6 years ago

This was my first product of this brand. I just love it because it is so effective. It also contains squalane which does wonders to my skin. I wear this at night because of its oily grainy texture...

About reviewer (169 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinCombination, Olive, Cool

HairBlack, Wavy, Medium

EyesBrown


4.0
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7 years ago

There is no denying that the texture of this serum is horrendous. It is thick, greasy and leaves an oil slick on your face. It also does not play nice with other serums and creams. As inelegant as...

About reviewer (431 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Dark, Neutral

HairBrown, Curly, Fine

EyesBrown


4.0
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7 years ago

I used to use a different Vitamin C serum but I think they changed their formula and I didn't like it anymore so I bought this. I use the niacinimide in the morning and this at night. My main...

About reviewer (19 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Medium, Not Sure

HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

EyesBrown


5.0
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7 years ago

This product absolutely blew my mind. It's cheap first of all. The packaging is nice and silky. And oh my God the things it does to your skin. People were complaining about the gritty texture so I...

About reviewer (25 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Warm

HairBrown, Straight, Fine

EyesOther


3.0
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7 years ago

I ran out of my usual vit c serum and decided to try this (it was easily available). It’s not something i will repurchase but I will use it up. The major issue I have is the comfort of using this...

About reviewer (58 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination, Fair

HairBrown

EyesBrown


1.0
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7 years ago

The first night there was a strong tingling sensation which was read to be expected, should have washed off after it became nearly intolerable. Woke up with nearly a dozen pimples, I've had...

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinAcne-prone, Fair

HairBlond

EyesBlue


3.0
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7 years ago

I recognize all the faults in this products others have mentioned: it stings a bit, it is gritty and oily at the same time and the smell upon application is not so nice (fake tan?). However, I...

About reviewer (12 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinCombination, Medium

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


4.0
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7 years ago

I really like this product and actually think the brightening effects are more noticeable than with The Ordinary Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (a vitamin C derivative), which surprised me because the...

About reviewer (200 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinDry, Fair, Neutral

HairBlond, Wavy, Medium

EyesGreen


1.0
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7 years ago

I bought this product as I love vitamin C products, however, it broke me out plus the burning sensation doesn't help.

About reviewer (13 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinAcne-prone, Medium

HairBlack

EyesBrown


5.0
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7 years ago

I LOVE THIS. After one week of use daily, my acne scars faded really fast. When I use it on its own, there is a very slight tingling. However, I usually mix it with my moisturiser so that it's less...

About reviewer (46 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinOily, Fair, Not Sure

HairBlack, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown


3.0
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7 years ago

As other say, it feels a bit grainy and gritty but doesn’t bother me too much. I’m not seeing much results for my face. Maybe it’s no good for those with mild rosacea.

About reviewer (56 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinNormal, Medium, Neutral

HairBlond, Wavy, Coarse

EyesBlue


3.0
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7 years ago

This vitamin C is OK. I can't fault them for the grainy texture because they make it clear in the description before ordering. It's also very greasy and can burn. It takes a while to sink in so I...

About reviewer (7 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinSensitive, Fair, Cool

HairOther, Wavy, Medium

EyesOther


2.0
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7 years ago

I tried so hard to like it, but that feeling of rubbing sand into the skin...

About reviewer (17 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinDry, Fair

HairRed

EyesGreen


4.0
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7 years ago

I have used DIY Vitamin C serums in the past, so I know my skin responds well to L-ascorbic acid. I've used a couple of vitamin C derivative products (Mad Hippie and Andalou Naturals) recently and...

About reviewer (84 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Other

HairBrunette

EyesBrown