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Description
"Lactic Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that offers superficial exfoliation to enhance smooth skin texture and radiance. This formula is supported by the addition of purified Tasmanian pepperberry extract to offer a comforting benefit to the skin in effort to reduce sensitivity that is associated with acid use. The formula is further supported with the inclusion of hyaluronic acid for multi-depth hydration. A milder 5% formula is available here.
This pH of this formula is approximately 3.8 and Lactic Acid has a pKa of 3.8. The pKa value is the most important aspect to consider in formulating with acids as pKa implies acid availability. When pKa is close to pH, there is an ideal balance between salt and acidity, maximizing the efficacy of the acid and reducing the potential of developing irritation. Higher pH values in such a case would increase the concentration of salt, which counter-intuitively would make the formula even more irritating than if the formula was more acidic.Contraindications: Lactic Acid should not be used on sensitive, peeling or compromised skin. Please refer to additional sun protection note and other warnings in provided Directions. "
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Contains Hyaluronic Acid
Contains Hyaluronic Acid.
Sensitive Skin
Recommended for Sensitive Skin.
Oily Skin
Recommended for Oily Skin.
Dry Skin
Recommended for Dry Skin.
Combination Skin
Recommended for Combination Skin.
Normal Skin
Recommended for Normal Skin.
Acne-Prone Skin
Recommended for Acne-Prone Skin.
Oil-Free
Oil-Free.
Mature Skin
Recommended for Mature Skin.
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Leave my skin glowy and bright mkrning after use. Great product for hydration and tightening pores.
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Worked so well
5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
latinpr05 - 15 days ago
I have used other products from ordinary before and have been happy with them. I used this one for the first time at night, cleansed my face, applied and left it until morning then cleansed my face as usual. I looked in the mirror and could see the hyperpigmentation on my left cheek from the sun has disappeared greatly. It’s not 100% gone but I noticed a difference on my cheek and small area on my fore head after just one use. I will definitely continue using this and can’t wait to see the progression.
5.0
Hydrates Skin
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Hydrates Skin: 5 out of 5
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Exfoliating
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Exfoliating: 5 out of 5
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Improves Skin Texture
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Improves Skin Texture: 5 out of 5
5.0
Improves Skin Tone
out of 5
Improves Skin Tone: 5 out of 5
5.0
Anti-aging
out of 5
Anti-aging: 5 out of 5
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Burned my face
1 out of 5 stars
Would not recommend
Sable - 23 days ago, Verified purchaser
Zero stars, I had the most horrific experience with this product. It burned my skin, created dry patches all over my face! Doesn’t hydrate, tone or anything else it promises. The hype is just that.
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Improves Skin Texture
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Improves Skin Texture: 1 out of 5
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Anti-aging
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Exfoliating
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Exfoliating: 1 out of 5
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Hydrates Skin
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Hydrates Skin: 1 out of 5
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Improves Skin Tone
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Improves Skin Tone: 1 out of 5
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It's incredible
5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Rachel - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
I’m shocked at how well this worked. I just used it for the first time last night and my skin texture is more smooth , smaller pores, and less dull. It’s kind of amazing. I have very acne prone combination skin, large pores, scarring, redness and am in my mid 30s. So as someone who’s tried countless products with little to no results I’m super excited about this product.
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Anti-aging: 4 out of 5
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Hydrates Skin: 4 out of 5
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Improves Skin Texture: 5 out of 5
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Improves Skin Tone
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Improves Skin Tone: 5 out of 5
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Exfoliating
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Exfoliating: 5 out of 5
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pretty good but …
4 out of 5 stars
karla - 1 month ago
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
i loved this BUT only thing about it is that sometimes it felt like my skin would burn and that's why i give it 4 stars but other than that i have noticed a difference in my skin when i was using this !!!
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I would buy this product again
5 out of 5 stars
Maya - 2 months ago
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Lactic Acid 10% is amazing
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not for me
1 out of 5 stars
shaf - 2 months ago
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
sadly I wanted it to work but I tried it and gave me cystic pimples :/ I feel like maybe it doesn't work for oily skin
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Overnight texture smoother
5 out of 5 stars
Mana - 3 months ago
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
I really love this stuff I use it at night when I'm having a break out or heat rash then in the morning my skin is smooth. I use it 1-2 a week. When I first got it I used it everyday for 4 days and my skin was purging so I gave my skin a break and use it once to twice a week.
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Overnight texture smoother
5 out of 5 stars
Mana - 3 months ago
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
I really love this stuff I use it at night when I'm having a break out or heat rash then in the morning my skin is smooth. I use it 1-2 a week. When I first got it I used it everyday for 4 days and my skin was purging so I gave my skin a break and use it once to twice a week.
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Gentle and effective
5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Sarah C - 3 months ago
I use tretinoin, but still need a little supplementary exfoliation. This is gentle enough to use a couple times a week and keep my skin smooth and glowing. The price is incredible and I have no issue layering it with other products.
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Got a bad bottle /batch maybe a return not happy
1 out of 5 stars
Sarah - 3 months ago
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Broke me out - I NEVER get pimples I had like 20 gave me dark spots looked further into it and my bottle isn't the right color !! Was like pee yellow cant find a place to add photo wish I would have read what color it should be before I applied it to my face .:( worked on My skin for so long just to ruin it will this lactic acid in one day
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New serum for P. M routine!
4 out of 5 stars
Margaret - 3 months ago
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
this is a great exfoliating serum that has really helped with my texter and skin tone/ discoloration. Now I only use this in the P. M. and I rotate this with The Amino acid +B5 and three Nicinimide + zinc so like every other evening. Also for me, 3-4 drops max on skin thats been triple cleansed prior. then add no more then 3 drops of my other water based serums followed by the ordinarys cold pressed rose oil . my skin has never been better even at 41! I've got combo/dry leaning skin. Now if your skin is super sensitive or you you have some fresh break outs .. becareful!! this might not be the one, cause it can cause bad irritation if it gets on already inflamed or broken skin!!
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Smoothes skin
5 out of 5 stars
Vay - 3 months ago
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
In the more serious parts of my face that struggle with acne I've definitely noticed a difference in the size of the pimples and texture of my face- it's starting to look smoother as the weeks go on!
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I love this stuff!
5 out of 5 stars
Ali - 3 months ago
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
I have oily acne-prone skin. I've been using this at night as the second-to-last part of my skincare routine for years. I've personally noticed a huge difference in my uneven skin tone and texture. Love it!
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Like the review below
3 out of 5 stars
Vic - 5 months ago
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
I ordered this because I read reviews about it and like the review below mine, mine also does not look as pictured? Different color serum? I've been staring at it for 5 minutes wondering if shipping affected this or if I was sent a bad batch?
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I have purchased these products since they came out!
5 out of 5 stars
Beverly - 5 months ago
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
I love ALL Ordinary products. They work and sell at a decent price point.
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this stuff is gas
5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
- 5 months ago
this stuff is amazing at smoothing out skin. i have pretty sensitive skin so i recommend applying it with hyaluronic acid so it doesn’t irritate. overall it’s amazing!
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Exfoliating
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Exfoliating: 5 out of 5
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Improves Skin Texture: 5 out of 5
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Hydrates Skin
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Hydrates Skin: 5 out of 5
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Improves Skin Tone: 5 out of 5
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Changed Formula??
1 out of 5 stars
Ang85 - 5 months ago
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Please.tell me.you didn't change the formula? I have used this product for years along with Vitamin C serum, and the last 2 bottles I recently purchased were significantly lighter in color (not the usual amber/light brown color). The text felt different as well. I'm not sure if I got 2 bad batches, but if this is the new formula, it seems watered down, is not as effective and I don't like it at all. Please keep original formula or change back. Do not like the changes at all. Was OOS for months and now a different color, texture with no updated information?? Unacceptable. Would not recommend if this is a new formula and not simply a one-off. Love original formula.
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LOVE LOVE LOVE
5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Liv - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
I love the ordinary. I use this as the first skin cycle day step at night. I end up using this once a week sometimes twice. Chemical exfoliants work way better than the micro beads! I have sensitive skin yet this product doesn’t irritate my skin although I would still recommend patch testing no matter what!
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Hydrates Skin
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Improves Skin Texture
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Improves Skin Tone
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Improves Skin Tone: 5 out of 5
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Exfoliating
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Exfoliating: 5 out of 5
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LOVE
5 out of 5 stars
suzieq - 5 months ago
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
I have been using this nightly for about a month now. My skin's texture and tone are so much more even and bright. I use this in conjunction with the marine hyaluronic serum.