79%
would repurchase
4.3/5
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description

Alpha hydroxy acids (AHA) exfoliate the skin's topmost surface for a brighter and more even appearance. Beta hydroxy acids (BHA) also exfoliate the skin with an extended function to help clear pore congestion. This combined 30% AHA and 2% BHA solution offers deeper exfoliation to help fight visible blemishes and for improved skin radiance. The formula also improves the appearance of skin texture and reduces the look of fine lines with continued use. This formula contains a studied Tasmanian Pepperberry derivative to help reduce irritation associated with acid use. This derivative is of plant origin and varies in colour seasonally and this colour variation may be apparent in the formula from time to time. This formula is further supported with a crosspolymer form of hyaluronic acid for comfort, Vitamin B5 to assist healing and black carrot as an antioxidant.

ingredients

Glycolic Acid, Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water, Sodium Hydroxide, Daucus Carota Sativa Extract, Propanediol, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Salicylic Acid, Lactic Acid, Tartaric Acid, Citric Acid, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 20, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol. [pH 3.5–3.7, according to brand website]

Reviews

Reviews


5.0
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7 years ago

This stuff is so wonderfully powerful and you get to look like you're from a horror movie when using it. Sometimes I can't do the full 10 minutes, my skin is pretty sensitive but I see results even...

About reviewer (13 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinSensitive, Olive, Neutral

HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

EyesBrown



5.0
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7 years ago

I'm quite into this, but then again, I've loved everything I've tried from the Ordinary so far. It's inexpensive, efficient, and if you stick to using it as the instructions say, it'll last you for...

About reviewer (22 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Cool

HairBlond, Wavy, Medium

EyesBlue


5.0
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7 years ago

I love exfoliators and this is a wonderful, wonderful exfoliator. I adore the ones from Phytomer, but this one is even better and so much cheaper. It makes my skin super smooth and cleans out my...

About reviewer (280 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

HairBlond, Straight, Medium

EyesGreen


5.0
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7 years ago

After years of trying both prescription and over the counter products for my skin this is by far the best thing that has ever happened to it. If you have acne scars, textured, bumpy skin, large and...

About reviewer (3 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinOily, Fair

HairBrunette

EyesBlue


5.0
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7 years ago

I'm not a big user of peels at all and was a little afraid to use this at first. I was pleasantly surprised at how gentle it actually was, at least for me. I experienced slight stinging on...

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinCombination, Fair, Not Sure

HairBrunette, Other, Other

EyesGreen


5.0
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7 years ago

LOVE THIS Been using this together with the copper serum (also another great buy, but that broke my wallet while this one didnt), and my skin has never felt smoother. I have an old acne scar...

About reviewer (22 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBlack, Straight, Medium

EyesBrown


5.0
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7 years ago

Purchased this a few weeks back. It was cheap and I needed a light peel. I am SO glad I did! This stuff is AMAZING. I washed my face, patted it dry but waited a few minutes until it was completely...

About reviewer (14 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinDry, Fair-Medium

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


4.0
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7 years ago

I previously used Resist Weekly 10% AHA Treatment (PC) and I thought I would give this a try. The product is good, value for money, it does it"s job. I hate the color though but I can live with...

About reviewer (20 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinAcne-prone

HairBrown

EyesBrown


5.0
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7 years ago

I have used this 4x now and absolutely love it. I have no prior experience with 'peels' or AHA products, so this was my first. This will sting a little and fizzle like hydrogen peroxide for a...

About reviewer (111 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

EyesGreen


4.0
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7 years ago

This is my fifth 'The Ordinary' product. I've used it twice and have been happy with the results so far. The texture, smell and colour is quite odd. It has slight chemical odour and is bright...

About reviewer (3 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinAcne-prone, Medium Brown

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


4.0
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7 years ago

So, I have combination, acne-prone skin and I was looking for something to help resurface my skin texture and reduce the appearance of acne scars, especially the ice pick ones. I already had...

About reviewer (54 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Olive, Cool

HairBlack, Wavy, Medium

EyesBrown


5.0
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8 years ago

One of my fave skincare products. I tend to use about once every 2/3 weeks, or whenever I feel a spot about to appear. My skin feels so smooth, my are pores smaller I have next to no blemishes or...

About reviewer (47 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinOily, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

EyesGreen


5.0
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8 years ago

This is a great peel, especially for the price. It is a deep red color and very red still when on the face, but I find that helps you see where you put it. I also think it is there so you are not...

About reviewer (15 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination, Fair

HairBrunette

EyesHazel


5.0
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8 years ago

I have pretty severe keratosis pilaris, or 'chicken skin' on my upper and forearms. I use this twice weekly on the whole arm and I have seen improvements in the two weeks I used this. I have to...

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinNormal, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBrown, Other, Coarse

EyesBlack


5.0
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8 years ago

There are no words that can describe how GOOD this stuff is! I use it once a week or once every 2 weeks. The weather has been VERY dry lately in my country, and it made my skin feel like crap. It...

About reviewer (10 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinVery Dry, Fair-Medium

HairBrunette

EyesGreen


5.0
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8 years ago

a moment of silence for the INSTANTANEOUS results. OMG. the caps are needed because this changed my life. it burns oh boy does it burn but just grin and bear it I swear it's worth it. you wash it...

About reviewer (4 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Dark

HairBlack

EyesBrown


5.0
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8 years ago

Oh this is good. It's very good. I find The Ordinary products hit and miss, this is definitely top 3 and a repurchase. Smells amazing, makes my skin look lovely, plump and fresh. Stung like a bitch...

About reviewer (2 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBlond

EyesHazel


5.0
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8 years ago

I love this stuff. I read the two reviews that existed here (at the time) before purchasing and decided to take the plunge, though little convincing was needed at such a low price! Unlike some...

About reviewer (21 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinNormal, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown


5.0
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8 years ago

The Ordinary - AHA 30% + BHA 2% Is absolutely fantastic! My face felt like silk after using this. It was not irritating at all but yet did it's job. I don't ever want to be without this product....

About reviewer (10 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinDry, Medium, Neutral

HairBrunette, Other, Fine

EyesGray


5.0
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8 years ago

My review will reflect the other review written. This is a mask that you leave on for no more than 10 mins, my face did burn a little but I guess that's because it's working. I rinsed off with...

About reviewer (9 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinVery Dry, Medium

HairBlond

EyesBlue