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Ingredient Glossary

Learn more about the technologies we use in our formulas as part of our science-led approach in our skincare glossary.

Ingredients.

The Ordinary Squalane Ingredient
Squalane is an oil-like molecule which helps reduce water loss.
Squalane
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The Ordinary Retinol Ingredient
Retinol is a form of vitamin A used to target signs of aging.
Retinol
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The Ordinary Copper Peptides Ingredient
Copper Peptides are used to target signs of aging such as fine lines.
Copper Peptides
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The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid Ingredient
Sodium hyaluronate is form of hyaluronic acid with water-binding properties.
Hyaluronic Acid
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The Ordinary Azelaic Acid
Azelaic Acid is a direct acid, used for its skin brightening and antioxidant properties.
Azelaic Acid
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Ascorbyl Glucoside is a vitamin-C derivative that is widely used in cosmetic products for its antioxidant effects.
Ascorbyl Glucoside
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The Ordinary Alpha-Arbutin
Alpha-Arbutin is used in cosmetic formulations to help target uneven skin tone.
Alpha-Arbutin
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The Ordinary Salicylic Acid
Salicylic Acid is a beta-hydroxy Acid (BHA) used to target signs of congestion and improve skin texture by exfoliating the skins surface.
Salicylic Acid
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The Ordinary Pycnogenol™
Pycnogenol™ is an extract of the french maritime pine bark which helps offer effective antioxidant support to protect against environmental stressors.
Pycnogenol™
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The Ordinary Mandelic Acid
Mandelic Acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) used for its surface exfoliating properties to target uneven tone, texture and dullness.
Mandelic Acid
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The Ordinary Aloe Vera Leaf Juice Powder
Aloe Vera Leaf Juice Powder is an extract of aloe vera which helps support skin hydration.
Aloe Vera Leaf Juice Powder
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The Ordinary Argireline®
Argireline® helps target signs of aging associated with facial movements.
Argireline®
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The Ordinary Matrixyl™ 3000
Matrixyl™ 3000 helps improve signs of aging such as fine lines and wrinkles.
Matrixyl™ 3000
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The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid
Granactive Retinoid is a new generation retinoid which is designed to offer a gentler alternative to retinol, to improve uneven texture, tone and signs of aging.
Granactive Retinoid
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The Ordinary Caffeine
Caffeine has a wide range of uses in formulations and can help improve the appearance of puffiness/dark circles.
Caffeine
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The Ordinary Lactic Acid
Lactic Acid acts to exfoliate the surface level of the skin helping with the appearance of texture, signs of aging, and uneven skin tone.
Lactic Acid
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The Ordinary Niacinamide Ingredient
Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 which helps to reinforce the skin barrier.
Niacinamide
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The Ordinary Vitamin C
Vitamin C targets uneven tone, texture, and signs of aging, while also offering antioxidant support.
Vitamin C
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The Ordinary Glycolic Acid
Glycolic Acid is used to support skin exfoliation, helping achieve a brighter, more even tone and texture.
Glycolic Acid
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The Ordinary Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate is an extract from the fermentation of probiotic bacteria, and known for maintaining skin-barrier function.
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
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