All The Ordinary Products, Targets, When & How To Use & Products That Conflict
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The Ordinary Retinoids
Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion
- What is Granactive Retinoid used For? Signs of ageing, textural irregularities
- When do I use Granactive Retinoid? This should be used in the PM only. Why? Because retinoids can make the skin more sensitive to UV radiation. Please make sure you use a really good SPF.
- Where does Retinoid fit into my routine? This solution is an emulsion and used after water based products and before oils/creams.
- What does Retinoid conflict with? This shouldn’t be used with other retinoids.
- Can I use Retinoid when pregnant or breastfeeding? Best to avoid any skincare products containing retinoids or retinols.
- Is this the strongest Retinoid? This is moderate strength, no irritation.
Granactive Retinoid 2% in Squalane
- What is Retinoid 2% Squalane used For? Signs of ageing, textural irregularities
- When do I use this? Use PM only. Why? Because retinoids can make the skin more sensitive to UV radiation. Please make sure you use a really good SPF.
- Where does Retinoid 2% Squalane fit into my routine? This is an anhydrous solution and used after water based products and before oils/creams.
- What does Retinoid 2% Squalane conflict with? This shouldn’t be used with other retinoids.
- Can I use this when pregnant or breastfeeding? It´s best to avoid any skincare products containing retinoids or retinols.
- Is this the strongest Retinoid? This is moderate strength, no irritation.
Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane
- What is Retinoid 5 % Squalane used For? Signs of ageing, textural irregularities
- When do I use this? Use PM only. Why? Because retinoids can make the skin more sensitive to UV radiation. Use a really good SPF.
- Where does Retinoid 2% Squalane fit into my routine? This is an anhydrous solution and used after water based products and before oils/creams.
- What does Retinoid 2% Squalane conflict with? This shouldn’t be used with other retinoids.
- Can I use this when pregnant or breastfeeding? It´s best to avoid any skincare products containing retinoids or retinols.
- Is this the strongest retinoid? This is the high strength, low irritation
The Ordinary Retinols
Retinol 0.2% in Squalane
- What is retinol 0.2% Squalane use for? Signs of ageing, textural irregularities.
- When do I use this? Use PM only. Why? Because retinol can make the skin more sensitive to UV radiation. Use a really good SPF.
- Where do I fit this into my routine? It´s an anhydrous solution. Use after water based products and before oils/creams.
- Does this conflict with anything? This shouldn’t be used with other products containing retinoids or retinols
- Can I use whilst pregnant or breastfeeding? It´s best to avoid any skincare products containing retinoids or retinols.
- How strong is this? Low strength with moderate irritation
Retinol 0.5% in Squalane
- What is retinol 0.5% Squalane use for? Signs of ageing, textural irregularities.
- When do I use this? Use PM only. Why? Because retinol can make the skin more sensitive to UV radiation. Use a really good SPF.
- Where do I fit this into my routine? It´s an anhydrous solution. Use after water based products and before oils/creams.
- Does this conflict with anything? This shouldn’t be used with other products containing retinoids or retinols
- Can I use whilst pregnant or breastfeeding? It´s best to avoid skincare products containing retinoids or retinols.
- How strong is this? Moderate strength, high irritation
Retinol 1% in Squalane
- What is retinol 1% Squalane use for? Signs of ageing, textural irregularities.
- When do I use this? Use PM only. Why? Because retinol can make the skin more sensitive to UV radiation. Use a really good SPF.
- Where do I fit this into my routine? It´s an anhydrous solution. Use after water based products and before oils/creams.
- Does this conflict with anything? This shouldn’t be used with other products containing retinoids or retinols
- Can I use whilst pregnant or breastfeeding? It´s best to avoid skincare products containing retinoids or retinols.
- How strong is this? High strength, high irritation
The Ordinary Vitamin C Range
Ethylated Ascorbic Acid 15% Solution
- Uneven Tone
- Signs of Age
- Antioxidant Support
- When & How: AM &/or PM after water solutions
- Solution: Anhydrous
Ascorbic Acid + Alpha Arbutin
- Hyper-pigmentation
- Dark Spots
- Uneven Tone
- Signs of Age
- Antioxidant Support
- When & How: AM & PM after water solutions
- Conflicts: Niacinamide
- Solution: Anhydrous
Vitamin C 23%
- Brightens skin
- Fades dark spots
- When & How: Ideally PM, after water solutions
- Conflicts: Niacinamide
- Solution: Suspension
Vitamin C Suspension 30% in Silicone
- Signs of ageing
- Uneven tone
- Brightens skin (smoother version of the 23% above)
- When & How: Ideally PM, after water solutions
- Conflicts: Niacinamide
- Solution: Suspension
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (Vit C oil)
- Brightens skin
- Evens tone
- Signs of ageing
- When & How: AM &/or PM after water solutions
- Solution: Oil
Ascorbyl Glucoside (Vit C serum)
- Brightens Skin
- Evens tone
- Signs of ageing
- When & How: AM &/or PM one of the first layers before creams/oils.
- Solution: Water
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vit C Cream)
- Brightens skin
- Evens tone
- Signs of ageing
- When & How: AM & PM after water solutions
- Solution: Emulsion
100% L-Ascorbic Acid Powder
- Uneven Tone
- Signs of Age
- When & How: Ideally PM. Mix with other treatments
- Conflicts: Niacinamide & EUK 134
The Ordinary Acids
Lactic Acid 5%
- Fine lines
- Texture irregularities
- Evens tone
- When & How: PM. First layer followed by creams / oils
- Solution: Water
Lactic Acid 10%
- Fine lines
- Texture irregularities
- Evens tone
- When & How: PM. First layer followed by creams / oils
- Solution: Water
Azelaic Acid
- Brightens
- Evens skintone
- Texture irregularties
- When & How: PM after water solutions
- Solution: Emulsion
Alpha Lipoic Acid
- Lackluster skin
- Signs of ageing
- 2 or 3 drops over entire face only 2-3 times a week
- When & How: PM, 2-3 times a week
- Solution: Anhydrous
Glycolic Acid
- Brightens skin
- Radiant even tone
- Use PM after cleanse, before moisturisers
- When & How: PM After cleansing, before serums
- Solution: Water
AHA 30% Peeling Solution
- Lackluckster tone
- Texture irregularities
- Blemishes
- When & How: PM only. Apply to dry skin avoiding eyes. Leave for no more than 10 minutes once or twice a week. Rinse with lukewarm water, avoid contact with eyes.
Salicylic Acid 2%
- Flights acne
- Evens skintone
- Spot treatment or entire face
- When & How: AM & PM After cleansing, before creams
- Solution: Water
Mandelic Acid
- Dullness
- Uneven Tone
- Textural irregularities
- When & How: PM, before creams / oils
- Solution: Water
The Ordinary Antioxidants
EUK 134
- Antioxidant Support
- When & How: AM & PM before oils / creams
- Conflicts: Highly acidic formulations of ascorbic acid.
- Solution: Anhydrous
Resveratrol
- Antioxidant Support
- When & How: AM & PM, before Oils / Creams
- Solution: Anhydrous
Alpha Lipoic Acid
- Lackluster skin
- Signs of ageing
- When & How: PM, 2-3 times a week. Apply hydrator after if needed.
- Solution: Anhydrous
Pycnogenol 5%
- Antioxidant Support
- Enhances Skin Hydration
- Rebuilds Skin Elasticity
- Solution Anhydrous
- After Water Based Serums but before oils/creams
- AM & PM
The Ordinary Hydration
Hyaluronic Acid
- Hydrates
- Smooths and plumps
- When & How: AM & PM as a first layer before creams & oils
- Solution: Water
Marine Hyaluronics
- Hydration
- Repair
- When & How: AM & PM as a first layer before creams & oils
- Solution: Water
Natural Moisturizing Factors
- Hydrates
- Protects skin from moisture loss
- When & How: AM & PM, last product before primer
- Solution: Emulsion
Borage Oil
- Redness
- Sensitivity
- Inflammation
- Dehydration
- Supports Healthy Skin
- When & How: AM & PM after water solutions
- Solution: Oil
Sea Buckthorn Fruit Oil
- Dehydration
- Signs of Ageing
- Inflammation
- Antioxidant Support
- Supports Healthy Skin
- When & How: Ideally PM, mix with other treatments
- Solution: Oil
Rose Hip Seed Oil
- Hydrates
- Dehydration
- Signs of Dullness
- When & How: PM after water solutions
- Solution: Oil
Marula Oil
- Hydrates
- Radiant tone
- When & How: AM / PM after water solutions
- Solution: Oil
Moroccan Argan Oil
- Hydrates
- Softens skin and hair
- When & How: Ideally PM after water solutions
- Solution: Oil
Plant Derived Squalane
- Hydrates
- Prevents moisture loss
- When & How: AM & PM, after water solutions
- Solution: Oil
Hemi-Squalane
- Supports Healthy Skin & Hair
- Tames Hair Frizz
- Oil Solution
- Use After Water Based Serums
- AM & PM
Amino Acids + B5
- Hydration
- Skin Repair
- Supports Healthy Skin
- When & How: AM & PM, before oils & creams
- Solution: Water
High Spreadability Primer
- Gives a dewy look
- Make-up lasts longer
- When & How: AM & PM last step before make up
- Solution: Anhydrous
High Adherence Silicone Primer
- Mattifies
- Make-up lasts longer
- Good for large pores
- When & How: AM & PM last step before make up
- Solution: Emulsion
Peptides
Buffet + Copper Peptides
- Signs of Ageing
- Firming
- Skin Health
- When & How: AM &PM. At least 30 seconds before or 3o minutes after products containing direct acids, vit c or retinoids.
- Solution: Water
- Conflicts: Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid and Ethylated Ascorbic Acid) and Direct Acids. Please see Deciem official website for more information.
Buffet
- Wrinkles
- Dark spots
- Ageing
- When & How: AM & PM before oils / creams
- Solution: Water
- Conflicts: Vitamin Cs L-Ascorbic Acid and Ethylated Ascorbic Acid and Direct Acids. Please see Deciem official website for more information.
Argireline Solution
- Softens wrinkles around eyes and forehead
- Signs of Ageing
- When & How: AM & PM, first layer before oils / creams
- Solution: Water
Matrixyl
- Reduces fine lines
- Wrinkles
- Loss of elasticity
- When & How: AM & PM, before oils / creams
- Solution: Water
- Conflicts: Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid and Ethylated Ascorbic Acid) and Direct Acids. Please see Deciem official website for more information.
Other Molecules
Niacinamide 10% plus Zinc 1%
- Regulates sebum
- Minimises pores
- When & How: AM/PM before creams & oils
- Conflicts: Vitamin C
- Solution: Water
Alpha Arbutin
- Fades pigmentation
- Dark spots
- When & How: AM & PM before oils / creams
- Solution: Water