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The Ordinary Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12%, Vitamin C Serum
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Summary
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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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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Often i use this in the morning after washing my face amd before moisturizer, and i have found it pills off of my face
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?
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Hi, can this be used under make up?
- Asked by Jessie
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there. Yes, Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12% can be used under makeup. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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Can i use this with the ordinary retinol, either the .5 or 2% one?
- Asked by Didi
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12% can be layered with Retinol 0.5% in Squalane or Retinol 0.2% in Squalane. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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How lomg does the bottle last
- Asked by Meme
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there. The longevity of a product and how many applications it will provide is dependent on the frequency of use and quantity used per application. For example, if a 1oz product is being used twice a day, it may last approximately 2-3 months. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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Will this clog pores?
- Asked by Kiersten
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12% should not clog pores. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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Is this safe for sensitive skin?
- Asked by AP
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there! Yes, Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12% is suitable for all skin types.Was this answer helpful to you