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The Ordinary Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2% Serum with Pure L-Ascorbic Acid
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Summary
The Ordinary's Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2% Serum is a water-free, silicone-free, suspension of 23% pure L-ascorbic acid. This water-free suspension with a powdery finish is great for those looking for solutions for uneven tone, signs of aging, and antioxidant support.
Benefits
- Targets visible signs of aging
- Brightens appearance of skin
- Provides antioxidant support
Key Ingredients
- Vitamin C
- Hyaluronic Acid
Formulated Without
- Fragrance Free
- Water
- 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 small amount to face in the AM or the PM. A slight tingling sensation can be expected after application.
Contraindications: Do not use in the same routine as Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%, peptides, EUK 134 0.1%, direct acids, or retinoids.
Ascorbic Acid, Squalane, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Coconut Alkanes, Ethylene/propylene/styrene Copolymer, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glucomannan, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Butylene/ethylene/styrene Copolymer, Acrylates/ethylhexyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Trihydroxystearin, BHT.
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Most Helpful Positive Review
Changed my skin!
I started using 2 weeks ago. I am 50 yrs old. I have combo skin with acne, dry patches, age spots, acne scars, crepey under my eyes, wrinkles on my forehead and crows feet. UGH! I saw this in a beauty blog and at this point would try anything! But $6?!?! It must be witchcraft! And it is! My face ha...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Awful texture
I am not sure of the effect of this product as it doesn't seem to absorb due to its poor formulation. Let me start with the beginning: Very runny, drips everywhere if you aren't careful. I can get passed that. Grainy when comes in contact with skin, feels like sandpaper. I understand this is due ...
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LOVE - Use it at NIGHT
Absolutely love this serum! It is a gritty texture and takes some time for your skin to get used to. My skin texture was great in a few weeks! 10/10 recommend using it at night though. The texture is not compatible to be applied under makeup
USE AT NIGHT!
This isnt a luxurious lotion to wear under make up- i have dark spots and textured skin- i will use this at night and wake up with smoother more refreshed skin almost like the gritty texture helps remove dead skin. Its a process I have been using for months and continue to purchase 🥹
Love
Ordinary products are great. It works. Noone believes my age. I also use pycnogenol and Noone in the store seems to know what it is. Love it along with argeline niacinamide 10 . Plus others. Works for me no lines or wrinkles at 73.
Nighttime Treatment Vitamin C
I have and use this product as an intensive treatment for pigmentation/dark splotches. IT IS NOT A DAYTIME UPKEEP VITAMIN C TO USE UNDER MAKEUP. It GETS RESULTS and I highly recommend it. I don't want this product to disappear because of unclear instructions. I use this 2x a month to keep the melasma away from my face and body. Yes it's grainy, that's the encapsulated vitamin C which keeps it from degrading! Yes it will sting like crazy, start off by diluting it a bit with a waterbased product and work up. Use it as a nighttime intensive and watch your dark spots disappear.
Not So Ordinary Vitamin C
I had read previous reviews about this product and decided to try it for myself. Directions suggest using it at night, because it has a very sandy texture. I see this as a good thing, because it seems to smooth out the rough spots. Each morning my skin looks better and more glowing. I've been using it for a little more than a week. The only negative to the product is its smell, which is awful, perhaps because the company doesn't use fragrance, which could irritate the skin. Other than that I would buy it again, since it's very affordable.
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Can I use this with The Ordinary copper peptides?
- Asked by NEE2
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there , thank you for reaching out! We do not recommend using direct vitamin c like Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2% with Multi-Peptide + Copper Peptides 1% in the same regimen. You could use Multi-Peptide + Copper Peptides 1% in the morning, and Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2% in the evening.Was this answer helpful to you
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can i use this with hydaluronic acid 2% B5 hydrating serum, natural moisturizing factors phytoceramides and squalance cleanser
- Asked by daisygirl
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, yes, all of these products can be used together in a single regimen. Please note we recommend using Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2% in the PM.Was this answer helpful to you
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Hi, I see that you recommend nighttime use, but I already use tazar.. at night. is it safe to use both?
- Asked by Q
- 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. Generally speaking , however, we'd recommend using Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2% on separate evenings than your retinoid.Was this answer helpful to you
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Will this product stain fair skin with an orange hue after oxidizing on the skin overnight?
- Asked by Pam D
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there! To avoid orange staining, please ensure you apply no more than a pea sized amount of product. We recommend applying Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2% as the last step in your PM regimen at least one hour before bedtime to ensure the product has fully absorbed into the skin. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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How do I avoid the product pilling on my skin? It acts like an exfoliant right away, but come to find out, that's the product producing little balls all over my face, not dead skin. Do I use the product on dry skin vs wet skin or vice versa?
- Asked by Bamalynn
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageIt sounds like you may be applying too much product! Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2% offers a 23% powder content so a very small amount should be used. We suggest applying VC 23% as the final step of your PM routine to begin, and we always recommend allowing all product to absorb before applying next steps. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you