76%
would repurchase
4.2/5
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ingredients

Aqua (Water), Lactic Acid, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Arginine, Potassium Citrate, Triethanolamine, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Ethyl 2,2-Dimethylhydrocinnamal, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol.

Reviews

Reviews


4.0
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3 years ago

I'm an experienced user of chemical exfoliants, so I had no problem with the higher percentage of this product (it also comes in 5%, which is good for beginners). Lactic Acid is a larger molecule...

About reviewer (916 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinNormal, Fair-Medium, Cool

HairBrown, Wavy, Coarse

EyesBlue



5.0
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3 years ago

So I just had a less than wonderful experience with the mandelic acid serum from TO. I wouldn't have if I had just stuck with this product instead of falling into the trap of thinking "everything...

About reviewer (93 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


5.0
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4 years ago

This is a nice form of lactic acid as this version doesn’t involve a cream with other ingredients in it that don’t play well with other products AND it’s cheap. I used to prefer Salicylic Acid as...

About reviewer (381 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Fair, Cool

HairBlond, Wavy, Fine

EyesBlue


5.0
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4 years ago

I am no stranger to acid exfoliants. I have been using them for years, trying different formulations and products. Lactic acid seems to be the right choice for my skin, effective, but mild. You...

About reviewer (141 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Fair, Warm

HairBlond, Straight, Fine

EyesGreen


4.0
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5 years ago

Like the 5% version I found this serum gentle but surprisingly effective. This is a great acid serum for beginners. No irritation but tangible results. It has a medium consistency that rubs in very...

About reviewer (431 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Dark, Neutral

HairBrown, Curly, Fine

EyesBrown


1.0
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5 years ago

Gave me an awful breakout within just hours of applying.. I tried it twice and it broke me out each time. Yikes.

About reviewer (4 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Fair

HairBrunette

EyesGreen


4.0
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5 years ago

good price, it sheds the dead skin without irritation. if you get too dry, just use it less often and start slow.

About reviewer (333 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinVery Dry, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBlack, Straight, Medium

EyesBrown


4.0
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5 years ago

I know next to nothing about acids and stuff, but a friend recommended this to me and it works great! I don't have sensitive skin so I went straight for the 10%. It really does remove the top layer...

About reviewer (65 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinOily, Olive, Neutral

HairBlack, Wavy, Fine

EyesBrown


5.0
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5 years ago

This is my go-to for a topical acid. I really researched and tried many, and found that LA works on my sensitive skin. AHA was just too intense and burning. I started with TO 5% and then moved to...

About reviewer (9 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinNormal, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairRed, Wavy, Fine

EyesBlue


4.0
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5 years ago

Like everyone else, I quite liked this. I have sensitive skin and started off with the 5%, then moved up to this and have no problems leaving it on for the recommended ten minutes. My skin looks...

About reviewer (24 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinDry, Fair-Medium

HairBrown

EyesBlue


4.0
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5 years ago

Very effective acid for your skin at a stellar price. Your skin will look clearer and brighter very quickly. It’s strong though so unless you’re used to using acids, may want to dilute the...

About reviewer (192 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Medium

HairBlack

EyesBrown


5.0
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5 years ago

My new HG exfoliator! I don't think I've ever tried anything that made such an immediate improvement in skin. This is my favorite acid treatment by far. Great price, very low odor. My skin...

About reviewer (8 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Fair, Warm

HairRed, Wavy, Fine

EyesGreen


5.0
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5 years ago

Pros: +reasonable price +cruelty free +nice,simple yet high quality and practical packaging(glass bottle with dropper) +not perfumed(has a hint of chemical scent which is not strong or bad) +even...

About reviewer (254 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBlond, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown


5.0
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5 years ago

Because I have sensitive skin and mild rosacea, I started with the 5% and just moved up to the 10% once or twice a week. This product has helped when I have any flakiness from tretinoin. I really...

About reviewer (45 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairBlond, Straight, Fine

EyesBlue


5.0
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6 years ago

I have repurchased this about four times as I think it is one of the most effective products from The Ordinary. I have used Glycolic Acid for a couple of years so I purchased the 10% Lactic Acid...

About reviewer (112 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Cool

HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

EyesGreen


4.0
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6 years ago

After using this I got comments from friends about my glowing skin. However I wouldn't recommend using this if you have retinol in your routine. Even though I alternated nights and used it just...

About reviewer (74 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinDry, Olive, Warm

HairBlack, Straight, Medium

EyesBlack


5.0
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6 years ago

I've been using this for about a month and so far I'm really impressed! I have used AHA serums in the past (such as Pixi) but got out of the game for a bit once I introduced Differin to my routine....

About reviewer (71 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinDry, Fair

HairBrunette

EyesGreen


4.0
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6 years ago

I wasn’t sure I would like this but my usual glycolic acid night peel lotion has been out of stock for quite some time now and I thought this was worth taking a chance on for the price. Lactic...

About reviewer (1140 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Cool

HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

EyesBlue


5.0
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6 years ago

The Ordinary Lactic Acid 10% + HA 2% delivers high end results at a dirt cheap price, Leaves my skin radiant and glowing within minutes. 10/10

About reviewer (86 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinOily, Olive, Neutral

HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

EyesBlue


5.0
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6 years ago

Great! I avoided using this for a while, as I was having crazy forehead breakouts and wasnt sure if this was contributing. I have finally pinpointed the source of my breakouts and started using...

About reviewer (78 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Cool

HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown