The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening - 1 fl oz - Ulta Beauty

Have been combining it with the niacinimide and hyaluronic acid drops. Notices a difference

I get facials but have an event coming up and wanted to try something DIY. I found The Ordinary on a beauty rated site and bought it. The minute I rinsed it off I could feel how hydrated my skin was and it just drank in my moisturizer. I am a "woman of a certain age" and have sensitive skin so I think this was a great choice. I will buy it again.

Would I suggest you buy it? yes, it makes my skin smoother and I don't know cleaner? I just got it but it's effective I would say.

I was hesitant to try this but I left it on for about 7 minutes before it started to sting. My face wasn't red or angry and it did feel smooth the next day. The second time I left it on for the full 10 minutes and didn't have a bad reaction (this was a week later) so I'm confidant I can incorporate this into a weekly routine. I do not apply anything afterwards except the Estée Lauder night serum and a rich night cream. It's just kind of a pain waiting for 10 minutes when I could use a physical exfoliation and be done with my night routine so that's really my only complaint.

Overall product does exactly what is meant to do even out skin tone. Helps out with dullness. Great product with actual results. If you have sensitive skin skin maybe not for you.

Let me preface this by saying my skin is NOT sensitive. I can brush my cheek with rubbing alcohol and not even flinch, but this stuff stings even my tough skin. So those with sensitive skin may want to pass. I also worked my way up to using this by starting with the 5% lactic acid for a month (which felt like water), then the 10% lactic acid (which I use two or three times a week). This is for a DEEP cleanse. I use it around once a month, or if my skin is looking especially rough. I follow the instructions for the maximum time of 10 minutes before rinsing it off and I always walk away with baby smooth skin. I follow it up with CosRX snail mucin, a nice gentle essence, and a lightweight moisturizer to help soothe the skin and prevent any redness. I've never gotten a chemical burn like others report, but I'm also careful not to overdo it or use physical exfoliation with it. And I make sure to avoid any other actives like retinol, retinoids, or Vitamin C after. This is POWERFUL stuff, so be careful, follow the instructions, and you will be rewarded with noticeably softer skin.

I've used this for a year, mainly when I'm breaking out but the next day after usage kid you not my redness, and acne is almost gone, healing and if I use it again the following day with some ice cubes after usage acne is gone!

This is amazing! I love it, have been using it for years!

For less than $10 I can give myself a quick 10 minute peel at home and it WORKS. I personally love the tingle and my skin is BABY SOFT after. A winner!

I imagine this is a great way to keep your face nice, AFTER, you've had a professional peel. In other words good for maintenance, not good to improve too much.

Very itchy, and burny when it is put on! However I do have very sensitive and acne prone skins so though this product did not work for me it may work for you :)

I had a pimple and used this product for not even 5 minutes and it gave me a chemical burn 😭😭😭 i had to cry myself to sleep i was done so dirty and it's the next day and it still burns be careful if you do use it 😭

ive always had big pores and it was an insecurity of mine but thanks to this product ive noticed my pores have shrunk considerably. not gonna lie to you and say they are 100% not noticeable but even on the first use it made a difference and left my skin so so smooth. the first time i used it it broke me out but wasnt too bad i used it again the next week and it did not break me out. for the price i think its worth a shot. just make sure to do NO MORE than 10 mins like it says and if it burns too much rinse it off THOROUGHLY.

I wanted to like this and support the brand (especially for the price), but it stung while it was on. I tried to tell myself it was just a tingle, but my red face afterwards told me otherwise. I'm going to try a milder aha/bha peel going forward.

I've been using this peel once a week for a few years now. It's very strong, so no more than 10 minutes and follow up with a replenishing heavy leave on brightening mask when I sleep. I always follow this routine the night before any big event or when I want my skin to really glow the next day. Plus you cannot beat the price!!

Give me a huge chemical burn and an allergic reaction on my face.

I used a patch test and had no issues, so proceeded to the face. I left it on for maybe a minute and my skin was burning a lot, so I had to immediately wash it off and my face was already flushed. It’s been an hour and it’s getting redder. Had to put ice on it. Don’t do it.

Ive never done an acid peel before, but i was really trying to find a fresh dewy glow and minimize my pores. I washed and dried my face well, and then applied a very light coat of product. Since product is red its easy to see where it is on ur face! Then set my timer for 9 mins (bottle says do not go over 10 mins) since my skin is slightly sensative i errored on the side of caution. After my timer went off, I immediately rinsed the product off. I noticed the product did make my skin tingle in the folds of my nose where there was slightly more product. So, beware of applying evenly. Once the products was completely gone, i applied a toner and some moisturizer WITH SPF!!! (The SPF is important as the product does have AHA in it!!) i am SO happy with the results!!! I will continue to follow instructions to ONLY use once a week and will hopefully continue to minimize my pores and dewy fresh skin!!!

Do follow directions for real. Dont use more than twice a week. Don't exceed 10 mins of having this on your face. It does sting but nothing like a lip plumper sting though. But it does work it's literally a face peel. You will be smooth after i do follow up with a moisturizer afterwards but there is a noticeable difference i do recommend if your skin is not sensitive. And yes i bought this with my own money

I never write reviews, but this stuff is actually my new holy grail. I bought it back in december and was hesitant to use it because of negative reviews, but this stuff is amazing! Ive only used it twice and each time have instantly seen results. My skin is brighter, smoother, and more even. It does have a bit of a mild tingling sensation but this is a very strong acid so it's expected and totally normal.