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The Ordinary Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12%, Vitamin C Serum
Summary
Highlights
The Ordinary's Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12% Serum is a water-based brightening formula containing 12% ascorbyl glucoside, a Vitamin C derivative. This lightweight, water-based serum is great for those looking for solutions for uneven tone, dullness, signs of aging, and antioxidant support.
Benefits
- Enhances the look of smooth, radiant skin
- PH 6.00-7.00
Key Ingredients
- Vitamin C (Pure L-ascorbic acid and other Vitamin C derivatives)
Formulated Without
- Fragrance
- Alcohol
- Gluten
- Nuts
- Oil
- Silicone
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Mineral Oil
- Methylchloroisothiazolinone
- Methylisothiazolinone
- Animal Oils
- Coal Tar Dyes
- Formaldehyde
- Mercury
- Oxybenzone
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The Ordinary recommends performing a patch test prior to incorporating a new product into your skin care routine.
Apply a few drops to face AM and PM.
Aqua (water), Ascorbyl Glucoside, Propanediol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Triethanolamine, Isoceteth-20, Xanthan Gum, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Ethoxydiglycol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol.
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Im using Alpha Arbutin (? Spelling) HA. Do I apply this before or after? TY
- Asked by Lucy
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, we'd recommend layering 2 water-based serums based on priority of concern. If dark spots/brightening is your concern, layer Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA first. If Dullness/Antioxidant support is your primary concern, we'd reccomend layering Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12% first. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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Can I apply the serum after using the glycolic acid?
- Asked by Mya
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, yes you can apply Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12% after Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner as it is an indirect form of Vitamin C.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
could i mix a couple drops of this in with my moisturizer instead of using it alone?
- Asked by m
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi! Unfortunately, it is difficult for us to comment on the pairing or mixing 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
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how would I layer this product vitamin C, with hyaluronic acid and salicylic acid?
- Asked by kera
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there! Since Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12% is a Vitamin C product, we do not recommend using it alongside another Vitamin C product. We suggest applying Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 first, followed by Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12%. To avoid irritation, please use Salicylic Acid 2% Solution and Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12% at alternate times.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can this be used with the Retinal 0.2% serum?
- Asked by Skincare Rookie
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there! Yes. You can use Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12% and Retinal 0.2% Emulsion together.Was this answer helpful to you
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Most Helpful Positive Review
10/10
I had such good results with the Vitamin C powder from The Ordinary that I didn't think anything could top it. After a year of constant use (along with daily use of the Mineral Factors and twice weekly application of the AHA peeling solution), my skin was so bright, so clear and any old hyperpigment...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Be careful with this at night time!
The product itself seems to work well for my skin (Dry-sensitive), leaving it smooth and glassy, which a reduction in the appearance of sunspots. HOWEVER, be careful using this at night/bed time. It has left black bleach marks all over my white pillowcases and sheets from it rubbing off my face onto...
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very nice
I've tried many different vitamin c serums and this is definitely one of my tops ones! I'd say it compares to the vichy vitamin c and this one is cheaper. definitely prefer this over la Roche posay's vitamin c.
Great product but wasteful size bottle
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I love this product and can really see the difference it has made to my hyperpigmentation. However, I find it impossible to finish a bottle within the 6 months usage period, even though I use a generous amount twice a day, which seems terribly wasteful. Surely it would be better to produce a smaller sized bottle or increase the stability of the product so that it lasts longer than 6 months? Not a complaint, just a suggestion :-)
Please keep making this product
Age 30-44
Skin Type Combination
It's hard to find in stores so I constantly am praying that they keep making it.
Was already Oxidized
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Purchase 2 bottles. Open 1st bottle and the serum was a brown color with dark brown specks inside the bottle. Open the second bottle and it was the same. Is this the normal color?
Brilliant for age spots
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I have been using Ascorbyl Glucoside for a couple of months on the back of my hands and it has really made a difference to the age spots I've had for years. They haven't gone but they are so much lighter. It does dry slightly shiny, but I then use moisturiser and it's fine. A brilliant product.