The Ordinary Must Haves!
The Ordinary - Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution
The Ordinary - Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA
The formula is a cocktail of triglycerides, amino acids, fatty acids, phospholipids and hyaluronic acid - basically, hydration, restoration and repair building blocks for the complexion. If you're super dry, this may not be quite enough for you if you like heavy creams; but for easily overwhelmed skin, Natural Moisturising Factors + HA is glorious.
Usar à noite 1x por dia, depois da pele limpa, aplicar com um algodão e passar em todo o rosto evitando os olhos.
The Ordinary - AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution
Começando do começo, este produto é um peeling químico que serve para esfoliar a pele. Ele contém 30% de Alpha Hydroxy Ácido (AHA), um componente que esfolia quimicamente a superfície da pele, prometendo deixá-la mais suave e viçosa. Já o Beta Hydroxy Ácido (BHA), além de esfoliar, tem a função de descongestionar os poros. Segundo a The Ordinary, essa combinação oferece uma esfoliação profunda da pele, ajudando a combater espinhas e deixar a pele mais radiante. Eles também contam que com o uso contínuo, o produto ajuda a melhorar a aparência das linhas finas de expressão. Além dos dois ácidos, a fórmula também contém Ácido Salicílico, Ácido Glicólico, Ácido Cítrico e Vitamina B5.
APLICAÇÃO E CUIDADOS COM O AHA 30% + BHA 2% PEELING SOLUTION
Para usar, você deve aplicar uma camada do produto sobre o rosto seco e deixar agir por no máximo 10 minutos, tendo muito cuidado para não ultrapassar este tempo. Ele pode ser usado 2 vezes na semana, de preferência a noite e ser combinado com o uso do protetor solar.
Lembre, você estará usando uma combinação forte de ácidos na pele, então precisa ter muito cuidado com o sol durante seu tratamento. Você não deve usar o produto caso tenha pele sensível ou intolerante a algum componente da fórmula.
The Ordinary - Niacinamida 10% + Zinco 1%
Niacinamida 10% + Zinco 1% é um serum à base de água com niacinamida (vitamina B3) e zinco. Este tratamento reduz a aparência de manchas, vermelhidão, poros largos, tom irregular e pele oleosa. Ele promove uma pele mais lisa, mais clara e suave enquanto equilibra a produção de sebo.
Sobre os principais agentes, a niacinamida atua como clareador, reduzindo a hiperpigmentação da pele, diminuindo poros e regulando a produção de sebo. Já o zinco reduz a vermelhidão da pele e também diminui a produção de sebo.
The Ordinary - Advanced Retinoid 2%
The Ordinary Advanced Retinoid is a skin treatment for cell turnover and elastin production. A serum made with two forms of next generation retinoids with 2% concentration by weight. It contains active retinoid such as Solubulized Hydroxypinacode Retinote - a highly advance form of retinoid which is a non-prescription ester of all-trans direct retinoid acid [ this doesn't need to be converted into an active form of Vitamin A into the skin ].
This serum is known to help with treating dark spots and wrinkles than all other non-prescription forms of retinoids, including retinol but without any irritation. I haven't paid much attention to this particular concern as I'm using Lactic Acid and Niacinamide also from The Ordinary range which I've seen results with. [ See list of other products I've used and reviewed from Deciem below this post]. For just £8, I think this is the cheapest priced Advanced Retinoid on the market so it definitely worth a try. I definitely recommend for the glowing and smooth skin alone.
The Ordinary - Ascorbic acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2%
The ascorbic acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2% serum which is a chemical exfoliant works incredibly well and is currently my favourite serum! It cleared most of my hyper-pigmentation in the 4 weeks I've been using it.
It doesn't have any chemically smell which was one of my fears. The product is a strong exfoliant and should not be used directly. It should be diluted with a lotion or oil.
Also note that it does say you can use this serum both day and night, I advice against using it during the day because retinol is reactive to sunlight and could cause sunburns. I only used this serum as part of my night time routine. However, if you want to use it during the day, I suggest you use a really strong sunscreen.
The Ordinary - 100% Organic Cold-Pressed Rose Hip Seed Oil
What The Ordinary say: "This formulation uses 100% pure Rosehip Seed Oil that is both cold-pressed and organic. Rosehip Seed Oil is rich in linoleic acid, linolenic acid and pro-vitamin A, all of which degrade when the oil extraction process involves heat. While cold-pressed extraction is complex, it preserves all of the quality of this important oil which has been shown to reduce signs of photo-ageing and many other skin conditions."
My Verdict: I bought this because I ran out of my beloved Khiel's Midnight Recovery Serum (£38), which is a gorgeous silky oil that smells divine and works miracles. I use the Rose Hip Oil every other night after applying the Hyaluronic Acid or the Advanced Retinoid serum but before moisturiser and sometimes mix it with my foundation in the morning. The oil smells lovely and although a bit thicker than the Khiel's serum, I found it still sank in amazingly well and left me waking up with supple, soft skin. I also get quite dry skin on my neck so love slathering this on it every night.