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Rule breakers and budget friendly, The Ordinary have changed the world of skincare forever. Making active skincare with potent ingredients at tiny price points, the completely vegan and cruelty-free skincare brand branched out more recently into makeup and we couldn’t be more pleased. Want to get to know the brand that we can’t keep in stock for long enough? Keep scrolling for our guide to the best The Ordinary products.

Best The Ordinary Products 2020

Best The Ordinary Skincare

  1. THE ORDINARY 100% PYCNOGENOL 5%
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    THE ORDINARY 100% PYCNOGENOL 5%

    The newest in from The Ordinary, the 100% Pycnogenol 5% is a plant-derived antioxidant. Made from pine bark taken from French maritime pine trees, this skincare product contains procyanidins, bioflavonoids and organic acids to help hydrate skin, with the long-term aim of increasing skin elasticity.

    Plus, it has an ability to bind to both collagen and elastin thanks to its high affinity to them, meaning that it can help protect them from free radical damage. Plus, it has the ability to help recycle oxidised Vitamin C, meaning skin continues to glow.

    At 5%, this is a fairly high concentration, so 1-2 drops should suffice for the whole face.

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  2. THE ORDINARY NIACINAMIDE 10% + ZINC 1% HIGH STRENGTH VITAMIN AND MINERAL BLEMISH FORMULA
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    THE ORDINARY NIACINAMIDE 10% + ZINC 1% HIGH STRENGTH VITAMIN AND MINERAL BLEMISH FORMULA

    The Ordinary Niacinamide is a skincare product worth shouting about. It’s a key derivative of Vitamin B3, and the best The Ordinary product for a lot of people, hence its cult following.

    A great serum for acne-prone skin, Niacinamide is mixed with Zinc to help balance the formula, and will result in clearer skin by helping to rebalance sebum production. This works like any other serum, so will help to work on bits of the skin well beneath the outer layer, and may be applied before your day and night moisturisers.

    Currently sold out, restocking soon!

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  3. The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG Duo
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    The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG Duo

    The Caffeine Solution from The Ordinary is excellent at tackling puffiness and dark circles around the eyes. It’s lightweight and fast-absorbing so it won’t irritate the delicate areas around the eye, but works to soothe the skin and reduce the signs of stress.

    It’s suitable for use twice a day, and it’s caffeine based solution will leave you feeling, and looking fresher.

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  4. THE ORDINARY HYALURONIC ACID 2% + B5 HYDRATION SUPPORT FORMULA
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    THE ORDINARY HYALURONIC ACID 2% + B5 HYDRATION SUPPORT FORMULA

    As we all know by now Hyaluronic Acid is key for helping to cure dry skin. The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid serum is mixed with B5 for a truly potent hydrating and nourishing skincare product, perfect for those who lean towards having drier skin, or for the winter months.

    Completely oil-free, this The Ordinary serum helps to add moisture to dry skin, while B5 helps to plump the outer surface leaving you feeling and looking fresh.

    Continue Reading: our guide to the best moisturiser for dry skin

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  5. The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser 50ml
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    The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser 50ml

    The Squalane Cleanser from The Ordinary is the brands budget answer to your daily makeup remover. Whilst clearing away dirt, oil and of course makeup, the cleanser also works to hydrate the skin and protect against dryness and tightness.

    Squalene is an antioxidant too, meaning you’re helping to prevent the start of age spots, and begin to start the UV protection process too.

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  6. The Ordinary 100% L-Ascorbic Acid Powder 20g
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    The Ordinary 100% L-Ascorbic Acid Powder 20g

    This fine Acid Powder from The Ordinary is an antioxident that tackles signs of ageing whilst at the same time brightening the skin. It’s a very fine powder that utilises vitamin C as a core ingredient. You can expect a sight tingling sensation, but don’t worry that just means it’s working its magic.

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    THE ORDINARY "BUFFET" MULTI-TECHNOLOGY PEPTIDE SERUM

    Next on our list of the best The Ordinary products is their anti-ageing offering: Buffet Serum. It’s called “Buffet” as it contains a wide variety of ingredients which all work together to help target visible signs of ageing, rather than focussing on just one key ingredient.

    If you’re after a The Ordinary Buffet review, our experience with the serum is that the multiple Peptide complexes work in-line with the Amino Acids to help calm and regulate skintone, whilst hydrating and nourishing skin deep beneath the epidermis.

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  8. THE ORDINARY VITAMIN C SUSPENSION 23% + HA SPHERES
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    THE ORDINARY VITAMIN C SUSPENSION 23% + HA SPHERES

    Again harnessing Hyaluronic Acid (what the HA stands for), this deeply hydrating serum is perfect for those with dull skin. The Ordinary Vitamin C serum is made with 23% of pure Vitamin C, AKA L-Ascorbic Acid. This high percentage means that the serum will help to reverse signs of ageing whilst boosting natural radiance.

    Whilst the Vitamin C is getting to work on making sure your skin stays youthful, Hyaluronic Acid spheres help to plump skin. Best applied at night, you’ll wake up with fresh skin that looks incredible. It’s not all down to beauty sleep.

    Continue Reading: our guide to the best moisturiser for dry skin.

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  9. THE ORDINARY HIGH-ADHERENCE SILICONE PRIMER
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    THE ORDINARY HIGH-ADHERENCE SILICONE PRIMER

    If you’re on the hunt for a makeup primer on a budget, then this The Ordinary primer could be just the ticket at under £4.

    Applied after your skincare routine, this primer will help to hydrate, mattify and and smooth skin, meaning it’s much easier to apply foundation on top of. As it’s free of oil, it will help makeup to last longer.

    Continue reading: the ultimate guide to the best primer.

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  10. THE ORDINARY NATURAL MOISTURIZING FACTORS + HA
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    THE ORDINARY NATURAL MOISTURIZING FACTORS + HA

    This The Ordinary moisturiser is the perfect deeply nourishing option for anyone after a lightweight moisturiser. A cocktail of multiple amino acids, fatty acids and hyaluronic acids, this is like two litres of water for your skin. Skin will appear plumper and visibly brighter, helping to keep skin hydrated throughout the day.

    And, like all The Ordinary skincare products, this moisturiser is completely Paraben-free.

    Continue Reading: our guide to the best moisturiser for face.

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    The Ordinary "Buffet" + Copper Peptides 1%

    The second The Ordinary Buffet Serum on our list, but by no means worse also contains copper peptides. Again, an anti-ageing serum, this Buffet serum acts on multiple signs of ageing at once. It’s particularly great for stressed and congested skin as it helps to restore texture from the first use.

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  12. THE ORDINARY SERUM FOUNDATION
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    THE ORDINARY SERUM FOUNDATION

    Last on our list of the best The Ordinary products is one of their two foundations. This light coverage foundation contains SPF15, meaning it’s perfect for daily use throughout the year.

    Applying like a serum, this foundation like all The Ordinary makeup is the perfect mid-point between skincare and makeup, meaning it applies evenly and will help to hydrate skin throughout the day.

    Available in 21 shades, The Ordinary foundation also has options which include either silver or gold flecks to help promote radiance – just look out for the shades which end with S or G.

    After a higher coverage? Keep an eye out for The Ordinary Coverage Foundation.

    Continue reading: our guide to the best foundation

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