How to Use
- As a Facial Toner
Ideal for oily, textured, or congested skin.
Use after cleansing to help remove residue and improve skin clarity.
Helps dissolve impurities and reduce pore blockages. - For Chest and Back Acne
Spray onto clean, dry skin after showering.
Helps prevent and reduce body breakouts. - Pre-Body Lotion Brightening Boost
Lightly mist over the body before applying body lotion.
Enhances absorption and boosts radiance.
Leaves skin soft, smooth, and glowing.
Product Features
This exfoliating toner is formulated with 7% glycolic acid to gently resurface the skin, unclog pores, and refine skin texture. Suitable for oily and acne-prone skin types.
Important Tips
- Do not leave on facial skin for extended periods.
- Avoid using with other acid-based skincare products during the same period to prevent irritation.
How to Use
- For Oily Skin
Use as a light base layer, especially in warmer months. Apply after cleansing, followed by sunscreen. Helps control excess oil and keeps skin looking clear, fresh, and radiant throughout the day. - .For Dry or Sensitive Skin
This gentle formula is milder than most acids, making it ideal for delicate skin. Use as the first step after cleansing. It pairs well with serums and moisturizers, helping to refine texture, clear pores, and boost overall radiance with consistent use. Safe and soothing for sensitive skin.
Product Features
Formulated with 30% Saccharomyces Ferment, this gentle, milky exfoliating toner helps smooth skin texture, brighten the complexion, and support a healthy skin barrier. Ideal for both oily and dry skin types — including sensitive skin.
Important Tips
- This product is gentle enough for daily use.
- No harsh acids included, making it an excellent choice for first-time exfoliant users.
How to Use
- To Clear Blackheads
More effective than pore strips or clay masks. After cleansing, apply a thin layer to blackhead-prone areas. Leave on for 3–10 minutes, then rinse.
It dissolves sebum deep inside pores, loosens hardened buildup, and makes blackheads easy to remove. - For Smoother Body Skin
Apply a small amount to rough areas like elbows, knees, or the back of arms. Leave on for 20–30 minutes, then rinse and follow with a thick body moisturizer.
With consistent use, skin becomes noticeably softer and smoother.
Product Features
A powerful blend of 30% AHA and 2% BHA that exfoliates both the skin’s surface and deep within pores. Helps clear blackheads, refine texture, and brighten overall tone.
Precautions
- Do not leave on the face for too long
- Avoid the eye area
- Always wear sunscreen for at least a week after use
How to Use
- For Acne-Prone Skin
Apply a small amount to areas with breakouts. Especially suitable for persistent, sensitive acne. Mild tingling may occur during initial use — this is normal. - As a Pore-Blurring Primer
Apply a thin layer to areas with enlarged pores before makeup. Absorbs quickly, creating a smooth, matte base while helping refine skin texture.
Product Features
This lightweight cream-gel formula combines 10% azelaic acid to visibly brighten skin tone, refine uneven texture, and target blemishes. It delivers a soft-focus, pore-blurring effect while remaining gentle enough for sensitive, acne-prone skin. Fragrance-free and non-comedogenic, it helps promote a smoother, clearer complexion with continued use.
Precautions
- Do not apply a thick layer; use a small amount and build up if needed.
- Gently press onto the skin — avoid rubbing to prevent pilling.
How to Use
- For Oily Skin
Use morning and night after cleansing. Apply a few drops directly to areas prone to oiliness or breakouts, then follow with moisturizer. Helps control excess oil and minimize shine throughout the day. - For Dry or Sensitive Skin
Use once daily, preferably at night. Apply a thin layer after cleansing and before heavier creams. Start slowly to build tolerance, and always follow with a hydrating moisturizer to maintain skin comfort.
Product Features
This powerful serum combines a high 10% concentration of Niacinamide with 1% Zinc to visibly reduce the appearance of blemishes, congestion, and uneven skin tone. It helps regulate sebum production, refine pores, and strengthen the skin barrier without being overly drying. Lightweight and non-sticky, it’s ideal for daily use to achieve a clearer, more balanced complexion.
Precautions
- Do not combine with pure Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) products in the same routine.
- Avoid using on broken or compromised skin.
- Always apply sunscreen during the day when using active ingredients.
How to Use
- Smoothing Rough Texture
Apply after cleansing to areas with uneven texture or clogged pores. Its mild exfoliating action helps soften and smooth the skin, even for those with sensitive skin. - Brightening Dull Skin
Use it as a base layer after cleansing, followed by your favorite brightening serums. This combination helps enhance overall skin radiance and clarity, improving skin tone and transparency over time.
Product Features
The Ordinary Lactic Acid Serum offers a gentle yet effective exfoliation, accelerating the skin’s natural turnover to smooth rough texture and refine pores. Despite its mildness, it powerfully targets clogged pores and uneven texture without causing irritation. Ideal for those with sensitive skin, this serum also helps to brighten dull complexions, leaving the skin clearer, more radiant, and visibly smoother with consistent use.
Precautions
- The serum is available in 5% and 10% concentrations. Beginners should start with 5%, then gradually transition to 10% as skin builds tolerance.
- Avoid contact with the eyes.
- Always use sunscreen during the day when using exfoliating products.
How to Use
To smooth rough texture around the nose
Apply a small amount precisely to the nose bridge every evening. The formula stays in place and will not irritate the eyes. Regular use leaves the skin noticeably smoother.To prevent blackheads
If you have oily or blackhead-prone skin, apply 2–3 drops to the T-zone nightly. This helps balance oil production, slows blackhead formation, and visibly refines pores over time.
Product Features
This Mandelic Acid 10% + HA serum by The Ordinary offers a thicker, water-like texture that ensures precise application without spreading uncontrollably on the skin. It gently exfoliates, smooths rough texture around the nose bridge, helps regulate oil production, reduces blackhead formation, and refines the appearance of enlarged pores. Suitable for daily use, it promotes clearer, smoother, and healthier-looking skin over time.
Precautions
If you are already using a blackhead-removing product in the evening, avoid combining it with this mandelic acid serum to prevent over-exfoliation.
How to Use
- For Blemishes
Apply a small amount directly onto affected areas before bedtime to accelerate healing and prevent recurrence. - For Oily Skin
Especially during the summer, apply a dropper-full amount onto freshly cleansed, half-dried skin. Gently massage until absorbed to control oil production, smooth out bumps, and reduce redness on the scalp and skin.
Product Features
The Ordinary 2% Salicylic Acid Solution is specifically formulated to target blemish-prone skin. It helps to gently exfoliate the skin surface, unclog pores, and accelerate the healing of existing breakouts while preventing new blemishes from forming. Ideal for both localized spot treatments and broader application, this lightweight solution helps balance oil production, smooth skin texture, and reduce the appearance of redness and congestion.
Precautions
- There are two versions of the Salicylic Acid Solution: the black bottle and the white bottle.
- Beginners should start with the black bottle version for a milder introduction.
- The white bottle formula is more intense and is recommended for targeted, occasional use only.
How to Use
- For Dry Skin
Apply a generous amount to damp skin after cleansing, both morning and evening. Follow with a rich moisturizer to lock in hydration. Consistent use helps strengthen the skin barrier and keeps dryness and flakiness at bay. - For Oily Skin
Apply a few drops to damp skin after cleansing, focusing on areas prone to dehydration. Follow with a lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturizer. Helps balance oil production while providing essential hydration without clogging pores.
Product Features
This lightweight hydration serum combines multi-molecular hyaluronic acid with pro-vitamin B5 to deeply replenish moisture and strengthen the skin barrier. It visibly plumps, smooths fine lines, and leaves the skin feeling soft, supple, and refreshed. Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin, it delivers lasting hydration without any heavy or greasy residue.
Precautions
- Always apply to slightly damp skin for best results; using on dry skin may cause tightness.
- Avoid using together with very low pH products or pure vitamin C serums in the same routine.
- Follow with a moisturizer to lock in hydration.