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THE ORDINARY — Beginner Routine (For Clear, Healthy Skin)
25 items
By
Anita Andriani
A simple, effective starter routine using The Ordinary + beginner-safe alternatives
Sections
5
Gentle Cleansers
Hydration Essentials
Beginner-Safe Treatments
Moisturizers (Simple & Effective)
Sunscreens (The Ordinary doesn’t have SPF)
Gentle Cleansers
Light foam, non-stripping, great for oily/combo beginners
Enjoy Supple & Glowing Skin with Glucoside Foaming Cleanser
Basic, reliable, supports the moisture barrier.
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser for Dry Skin
Best for oily/acne-prone skin.
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser for Oily Skin
Very gentle, no fragrance, beginner-safe.
Hada Labo Rohto Gokujyn Hyaluronic Acid Foam
Melts sunscreen + makeup, extremely gentle, perfect for all skin types
The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser
Hydration Essentials
Affordable hydration boost—smooths dryness instantly
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides)
Lightweight alternative to HA, absorbs fast
Marine Hyaluronics Serum: Lightweight Serum for Hydrated Skin
Skin-repairing, very lightweight, works under makeup
Amino Acids + B5 Water-Based Serum For Skin Hydration
Deep hydration + healing for irritated skin.
COSRX Snail Mucin Repairing Serum 100ml
Rich hydrating toner; beginner-friendly.
Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Hyaluronic Lotion
Beginner-Safe Treatments
Controls oil, minimizes pores, brightens dark spots
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum
The gentlest exfoliating acid; perfect for beginners.
Mandelic Acid 10% + HA: Improve Skin Clarity and Texture
Calming, brightening, acne-safe—great for redness.
Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% for Exfoliation & Even Skin Tone
Targets pigmentation + uneven tone.
The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + Hyaluronic Acid
Light anti-aging support; boosts skin smoothness
Multi-Peptide + HA Serum
Moisturizers (Simple & Effective)
Basic, barrier-friendly, suitable for all skin types
Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA
Richer, better if your skin is dry or compromised
Natural Moisturizing + PhytoCeramides: Strengthen Skin Barrier
Lightweight + ceramides = perfect for daily use.
CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion Night
Gentle, calming, zero fragrance.
Cetaphil Lotion
Great for irritated or sensitive skin
COSRX Balancium Ceramide Soothing Gel 85ml
Sunscreens (The Ordinary doesn’t have SPF)
Viral for a reason—light, hydrating, no white cast.
Beauty Of Joseon Relief Sun
Top pick for dehydrated/combination skin
[Isntree] Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel 50 ml
Calming and lightweight for sensitive skin
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Air-fit Suncream 50ml
More moisturizing; suitable for dry skin
Cosrx - Aloe Soothing Sun Cream
Super hydrating + beginner-friendly.
Round Lab Birch Juice Sunscreen
