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The Ordinary Lactic Acid 10% + HA 2% High-Strength Exfoliating Serum for Uneven Texture
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Summary
The Ordinary's Lactic Acid 10% + HA 2% Exfoliating Serum is a high-strength lactic acid superficial peeling formulation. This lightweight, water-based exfoliating serum is great for those looking for solutions for uneven tone and textural irregularities.
Benefits
- Targets textural irregularities and signs of congestion
- Aids in appearance of uneven skin tone
- Targets signs of aging
- PH 3.60 - 3.79
Key Ingredients
- Lactic Acid
- Hyaluronic Acid
- Tasmanian Pepperberry
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 once per day, ideally in the PM. Can be diluted with other treatments to reduce strength until skin develops tolerance. Avoid contact with eyes. (Sunburn Alert: This product contains an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that may increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use a sunscreen and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards).
Contraindications: Do not use in the same routine as direct acids, EUK 134 0.1%, retinoids pure or ethylated vitamin C, or peptides.
Aqua (water), Lactic Acid, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/leaf Extract, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Isoceteth-20, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol.
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Hi! I was wondering, can this be used on your body or is it specifically for your face?
- Asked by syd
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, this product has been formulated for use specifically on the face! We hope this helps.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can you use this product with the Ordinary's 0.2% retinol or your multi-peptide serums?
- Asked by Newcomer
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there! We do not recommend using Lactic Acid 10% + HA with retinoids or peptides. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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Hi! I have a question about how to use this lactic acid product. The directions are a little confusing, do I apply it after cleansing? Should I wash it off right away, or is it meant to be left on? Also, if it stays on, can I use it with a moisturizer, or should it be used on its own?
- Asked by Mel
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there! Lactic Acid 10% + HA is meant to be a leave-on treatment, applied after cleansing. You can then follow up with a moisturizer :)Was this answer helpful to you
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Hi! I currently use the ordinary's niacinamide serum, and another brand's 2% salicylic acid face wash. Would it be ok use this lactic acid serum with those other products?
- Asked by Jonie
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageLactic Acid 10% + HA can be used alongside our Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%. However, we cannot comment on the compatibility with other brands.Was this answer helpful to you
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Will this help with perioral dermatitis
- Asked by Jay
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageNone of our products can be considered medical treatments for persistent skin concerns like perioral dermatitis. Please consult your doctor or dermatologist.Was this answer helpful to you
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Most Helpful Positive Review
So …yeah so it actually works y'all!!
I'd been using Hyaluronic acid which is great for moisture but when I get stressed out, I get pimples that result in dark spots. So I watched a few YouTube videos and the ladies(Dark Skin women) all recommended it. I had nothing to lose so I tried it. LET ME TELL YOU GUYS THAT IT WORKS! These days, ...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Is this a wash off treatment or a leave-on?
I don't have a review yet, as I just purchased a bottle of the Lactic Acid exfoliating serum today. I'm a bit confused as to how this should be used. Is this a treatment that you leave on for a few minutes (or 10, 15 minutes?) and then wash off? Or, do you apply it after cleansing and leave it on...
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Not worth it
I use adap. every night but thought maybe I should add some sort of peel to my routine. After a week of using this (in the morning because i use adap. at night) my face was so oily and I started breaking out. It says you can use every day so that's what I did but I realized doing that, it destroyed my skin barrier. So I healed my skin barrier and used this just once at night (and not use my adap. that night). And again, my face broke out and I had oily clogged pores. Took this out of my routine and now my face is normal and clear. Definitely not worth it. This is the third product by the ordinary I've used and haven't been particularly happy with any of their products
It does what it needs to
It exfoliates just as it says it does. My skin is smooth and more clear the next day.
Great for sensitive skin!
I have sensitive skin, and this serum gives me the results I want without leaving my skin red, itchy, or irritated. I wash my face with a gentle cleanser, use a few drops of this all over, and then follow up with my night time moisturizer. This is great.
Not worth it
I've tried several lactic acids, and this is my least favorite. It didn't do anything. Thankfully it didn't actively harm my skin, but it's like I'm putting nothing on. This is my second ordinary product I've tried that doesn't do anything to my skin. Don't waste your money.
Great product
I love this product, in the morning after use my skin glows! I like to use it once a week and dont pair it with a retinol.