A step-by-step guide to the best The Ordinary products for combination skin - organised by routine steps to make your skincare simple, balanced, and effective. 🩷
Sections
3
1️⃣. Step - Cleansers
2️⃣. Step - Tone & Exfoliate
3️⃣. Step - Treat
1️⃣. Step - Cleansers
🔹 Facial Cleansers
Gently remove dirt, oil, SPF and makeup without stripping the kin.
A gentle, hydrating daily cleanser designed to remove makeup, sunscreen, and impurities without stripping the skin 💕
pH: 5.50–6.50
Water-free: No
Alcohol-free: Yes
Oil-free: Yes
Silicone-free: Yes
Vegan: Yes
Gluten-free: Yes
Cruelty-free: Yes
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Squalane Cleanser
A soft cream cleanser that removes makeup, oil, and impurities while supporting your skin barrier and maintaining hydration. 💕
pH: around skin-friendly (formulated to respect natural skin pH)
Water-free: No
Alcohol-free: Yes
Oil-free: Yes
Silic...
Glycolipid Cream Cleanser
2️⃣. Step - Tone & Exfoliate
🔹Lightweight toners and essences that balance, refresh, and prep the skin for treatments
🔹Chemical exfoliators (AHA, BHA, PHA) that smooth texture, unclog pores, and brighten the complexion.
A lightweight, water‑based exfoliating toner that helps resurface skin, smooth texture, and brighten the complexion. 💕
pH: ~ 3.6 (low, optimized for exfoliation)
Water-free: No
Alcohol-free: Yes
Oil-free: Yes
Silicone‑free: Yes
Vegan: Yes
Glu...
Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner | 23% Off in Slowvember
A lightweight essence that delivers hydration and antioxidant support while preparing your skin to absorb subsequent products effectively. 💕
pH: skin-friendly (formulated to respect natural skin pH)
Water-free: No
Alcohol-free: Yes
Oil-free: Yes
Si...
Multi-Active Delivery Essence
A gentle, water‑based acid serum that refines skin texture, balances tone, and supports clarity with minimal irritation. 💕
pH: ~ 3.5–4.5
Water-free: No
Alcohol-free: Yes
Oil-free: Yes
Silicone-free: Yes
Vegan: Yes
Gluten-free: Yes
Cruelty-fr...
Mandelic Acid 10% + HA
A high‑strength, water‑based chemical exfoliant that gently resurfaces skin, improves texture, and promotes radiance while offering hydrating support. 💕
pH: ~ 3.60–3.80
Water-free: No
Alcohol-free: Yes
Oil-free: Yes
Silicone-free: Yes
Vegan: Y...
Lactic Acid 10% + HA
A gentle, water‑based chemical serum for the lips that exfoliates and hydrates, smoothing texture without harsh scrubbing. 💕
pH: ~ 3.5–4.0
Water-free: No
Alcohol-free: Yes
Oil-free: Yes
Silicone-free: Yes (no silicones listed)
Vegan: Yes
Glut...>50%): Very high concentration, for deep hydration and moisture retention.
• Ectoin: Protects and reinforces the lip’s barrier, offering long-term hydration and stress protection.
• Black Carrot (Daucus Carota Sativa) Juice: Antioxidant-rich and g...
PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum
A powerful, at-home chemical peel serum that deeply exfoliates to improve skin texture, unclog pores, and boost radiance. 💕✨️
pH: ~ 3.50–3.70
Water-free: No
Alcohol-free: Yes (no alcohol in the formula)
Oil-free: Yes
Silicone-free: Yes (no sili...
AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution
3️⃣. Step - Treat
🔹Targeted serums, treatments, masques, and facial oils that address specific skin concerns.
pH 5.0 – 6.5 | Alcohol-free ✅ | Oil-free ✅ | Silicone-free ✅ | Vegan ✅ | Cruelty-free ✅ | Gluten-free ✅
This serum is a must-have for combination and oily skin, thanks to its powerful yet gentle formula that helps balance oil, smooth texture, and br...
Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% | 23% Off in Slowvember
A lightweight, water-based antioxidant serum that harnesses a team of eight powerful actives to protect your skin from environmental stress, boost radiance, and even skin tone. 💕
pH: ~ (~- neutral / not strongly acidic, because it’s designed to be ...
Multi-Antioxidant Radiance Serum
An antioxidant-rich, anhydrous (water-free) serum that helps defend skin from environmental stress while supporting brightness and resilience. 💕
pH: - (not applicable, since it’s an anhydrous formula)
Water-free: Yes
Alcohol-free: Yes
Oil-free: ...
Pycnogenol 5%
A lightweight, water‑based serum that deeply hydrates and supports your skin’s natural barrier using amino acids and pro‑vitamin B5. 💕
pH: ~ 4.80–5.30
Water-free: No
Alcohol-free: Yes
Oil-free: Yes
Silicone-free: Yes
Vegan: Yes
Gluten-free: Y...
Amino Acids + B5
For all skin types • pH 6.0-7.5 • alcohol-free ✅ • oil-free ✅ • silicone-free ✅ • vegan ✅ • gluten-free ✅ • cruelty-free ✅
🌿Hyaluronic Acid (HA): multiple molecular weights of HA help the skin stay plump and hydrated, attracting and retaining water...
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides) 23% Off
A targeted spot-treatment that uses 10% colloidal sulfur in a unique powder-to-cream format to visibly reduce the size, redness, and oiliness of pimples. 💕✨️
pH: (not stated on site)
Water-free: No
Alcohol-free: Yes
Oil-free: Yes
Silicone-free: ...
Sulfur 10% Powder-to-Cream Concentrate
A lightweight, multi-functional emulsion that brightens and evens skin tone on both the face and body, while supporting hydration and barrier strength.
pH: ~ 5.5–6.5
Water-free: No (it’s an emulsion)
Alcohol-free: Yes
Oil-free: Yes
Silicone-free...