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The Ordinary Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution for Post-Acne Marks
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Summary
The Ordinary's Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution Serum is a lightweight serum that reduces the appearance of post-acne marks, targets the look and feel of both uneven skin tone and texture, while also helping to reduce the appearance of pores, and strengthening skin barrier.
Benefits
- Reduces the appearance of post-acne marks
- Reduces the look of skin redness caused by irritation
- Reduces the appearance of pores
- Improves the appearance of uneven skin tone and the feel of uneven skin texture
- Strengthens and maintains skin barrier function
- Boosts skin hydration
Key Ingredients
- N-acetyl Glucosamine (NAG): targets the look of uneven skin tone
- Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4: a multifunctional peptide that supports the skin barrier, smooths textural irregularities, and evens out skin tone
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder: a plant-based extract known for its moisturizing properties
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Apply a few drops to the face in the morning and evening. If irritation occurs, rinse off, cease use, and consult a physician. Use only as directed on unbroken skin. Patch testing prior to use is advised. Keep out of reach of children.
Aqua (water), Propanediol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Acetyl Glucosamine, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Biosaccharide Gum-2, Pentylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Isoceteth-20, Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone, Sodium Lactate, Lactic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.
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Questions
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- Q
Can u use this with trentinoin
- Asked by Stacy
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageUnfortunately, it is difficult for us to comment on the pairing of our products with those of other brands. We recommend consulting with your doctor/dermatologist, gradually incorporating one new product into your regimen at a time, and applying test patches first to see what works best for your skin.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can this serum also help treat back acne scars?
- Asked by mooncake
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageAloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution has only been tested for use on the face and neck. You may wish to explore Niacinamide 5% Face and Body Emulsion if you're looking to address tone and reduce dark spots.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Could i hse this along with the Ordinary niacinamide + zinc serum? If so, which one should i apply first?
- Asked by Kailey
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there. Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution and Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% can be used together in the same regimen. If you have more than one water-based serum (both of these are), you can apply based on the priority of your concern (the product that targets the most important concern should go first).Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Does this product cause a purge?
- Asked by Lilly
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngagePlease note that with any active ingredient that affects skin behaviour, there can be an initial purging period during which breakouts are normal. Trying test patches of each new product first will allow you to identify whether you are sensitive or intolerant to a particular formulation.We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can this product be used with the Balancing & Clarifying Seum? If so, which one should be used before the other? Thank you.
- Asked by Marie
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHey there! Yes, both Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution and Balancing & Clarifying Serum can be used together in a regimen. We'd recommend applying based on priority of concern as they are both water-based serums. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I use my aloe serum before my saycilic acid after cleaning my face?
- Asked by Clara
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there! We recommend using Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution and Salicylic Acid 2% Solution in alternate regimens. You could use Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution in the AM after cleansing, and Salicylic Acid 2% Solution in the PM after cleansing. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Hi! Can this be paired with The Ordinary Multi Antioxidant Serum + Vitamin C + Ginseng
- Asked by Mell
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageWe do not recommend using Multi-Antioxidant Radiance Serum with Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution in the same regimen. If you'd like to use both, you can alternate them (e.g Multi-Antioxidant Radiance Serum in the AM, Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution in the PM) . Unfortunately, it is difficult for us to comment on the pairing of our products with those of other brands. We recommend consulting with your doctor/dermatologist, gradually incorporating one new product into your regimen at a time, and applying test patches first to see what works best for your skin.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I have acne scars is there something that will truly fade them
- Asked by BrownSuga
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHello! The Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution improves the appearance of post-acne marks as well as reducing the appearance of redness. You may also wish to explore our Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner to help with uneven skin tone and enhance luminosity. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I just got this product recently. What order should I add it into my routine? My routine now is cleanser, scrub, toner, and a vitamin C moisturizer. Which step should I add this before/after?
- Asked by Kay
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageUnfortunately, it is difficult for us to comment on the pairing of our products with those of other brands. We do not recommend using Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution with Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, Resveratrol and Ferulic Acid, and Salicylic Acid. We recommend consulting with your doctor/dermatologist, gradually incorporating one new product into your regimen at a time, and applying test patches first to see what works best for your skin.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Does this serum include Hyaluronic Acid or is there a seperate that helps acne with Hyaluronic Acid?
- Asked by M
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageAloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution does not contain Hyaluronic Acid. You may wish to explore Salicylic Acid 2% Solution for Acne.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
May this be used with Matrixyl?
- Asked by Irishgurl
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageYes, Matrixyl 10% + HA can be used with Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Hi. I just bought my son the Salicylic Acid 2% Acne Serum and Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution Serum. How does he layer this after cleansing? Thank you :)
- Asked by TB
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there! We do not recommend layering Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution and Salicylic Acid 2% Solution in the same regimen. After cleansing, we recommend Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution in the AM, and Salicylic Acid 2% Solution in the PM followed by a moisturizer.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Since this has lactic acid is that a contraindication to using this with .025 retinol at night and 15% azelaic acid in the morning?
- Asked by Sos
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageWe don't recommend using Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution alongisde direct acids (including Lactic and Azelaic Acid), Vitamin C or Resveratrol/Ferulic Acid. If you wish to use Retinol and Azelaic Acid in addition to this product, we recommend alternating between them.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Should I mix it in with my moisturizer or just apply directly on my skin?
- Asked by mdk
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi! For best results, we recommend appying Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution directly to the skin.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I use this with Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% ? And if i can , do i mix it or use one first then the other?
- Asked by Paola
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there! Yes, Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution can be used alongside Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%. We recommend applying in seperate layers.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
do i use this before or after my multi peptides w/copper serum
- Asked by Kate
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi! We recommend applying Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution after Multi-Peptide + Copper Peptides 1%.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I use this along with the Multi-Peptide + HA Serum?
- Asked by Alice
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there! Yes, you can use Multi-Peptide + HA Serum alongside Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution. <3Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Hi, I'm wondering if this product is okay to use on sensitive skin?
- Asked by Hope
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there! Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution can normally be used on sensitive skin, however, we would recommend trying a test patch and discontinuing use if you notice any adverse effects.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I use this iteam with another product from another brand (good molecules, Discoloration serum) ??
- Asked by cv6191
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there! Unfortunately, it is difficult for us to comment on the pairing of our products with those of other brands and/or prescription medications. We recommend consulting with your doctor/dermatologist, gradually incorporating one new product into your regimen at a time, and applying test patches first to see what works best for your skin. <3Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can you apply moisturizer on top after applying the serum?
- Asked by Idk
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi! Yes, you can apply moisturizer after Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution. <3Was this answer helpful to you
Reviews
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Most Helpful Positive Review
Just What I Needed
I have been looking for a product exactly like this. I needed a product that calms my skin redness and handles my acne scarring, then the Ordinary released this. I only just started using this but I needed an Aloe product for my morning routine as Aloe Vera gel seems too thick for the AM & more suit...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Sensitive skin users don't take this risk
Do NOT recommend this product. I have been using the ordinary for years, it's great that they are coming out with new stuff but not when it doesn't work for you. Most of the reviews here were from influencers that were given this product for free sadly. I had high hopes being a avid TO user. How...
726 results
It's definitely staying
It's affordable and it makes my skin glow and personally it does tea help dark spots
I love this product
Ever since i started uesinh this my acne scars have started to fade, also when ever I do get a pimple it doesnt scar as badly as normal and i tend to dcar easily and badly so that has bee amazing.
On my third bottle
I'm on my third bottle and I love this product. I'm super acne prone, and even though this product doesn't fight acne I 100% see a difference with my post acne marks. I don't scar as bad, and I feel like i have less marks then before. This paired with an exfoliator is chefs kiss. I pick my acne, so I am guaranteed to scar. This helps so much. Unfortunately I will always have acne and pick, but luckily I will always have this product. I put a few friends on this and they have said they have better results with this than higher end products.
Inflammation where??
I have bought BOTTLES of this product and everytime I don't repurchase, I end up missing it! I am a skin picker and whenever I use this the night of picking at my face, the next morning the amount of inflammation is so much less than normal. I typically use this when picking my skin or when my barrier feels compromised. She isn't istantly cooling or soothing, but she will kill the inflammation by the next morning or night!!
I would repurchase
Makes my skin feel nice and I have noticed a difference in how red my skin gets