The Ordinary Glycolic Acid review

Most Helpful Positive

92% recommend this product

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2. 244

3. 73

4. 13

5. 5

Most Helpful Criticism

1. a little strong for my face

   I have to be super sparing when using this on my face but I love it on my KP and on my armpits to help minimise odour. will be using this religiously come summertime.

2. A good toner

   So good a great toning solution very gentle on the skin and a fantastic price

3. Versatile

   Not only do I use this on my face but also on my elbows, knees, and feet to keep them soft. I sometimes use it as deodorant as it eliminates any odour. Love a multi use product!

4. Nice

   Very nice for my acne prone skin, value for money.

5. Love

   Great product and has helped keep my skin nice and clear and smooth

6. Smaller Pores!

   Used along with other Ordinary products, I have actually managed to make my pores less visible!!!

7. Amazing!

   Great savey alternative to Alpha H liquid gold. I use this on my face, chest, back, arms and elbows, and feet. Vey happy with it and its a great size.

8. Amazing for Oily Skin

   This does a good job at removing my oils.

9. Too drying but...

   Way too drying for my oily skin but I do think it's good as a deodorant (gets rid of smells effectively)

10. Nice

    improved skin radiance and visible clarity

11. Good quality for the price

    Great toner for the price! Does what it says but does dry the skin out.

12. Great

    Improves skin radiance and offers visibly improved clarity

13. Good

    Improves skin radiance and offers visibly improved clarity

14. Great

    a bit drying and leaves my skin feeling sensitive

15. Good

    help break down dead skin cells

16. Worried

    a bit drying and leaves my skin feeling sensitive

17. Nice

    so cheap and such good quality

18. Nice

    so cheap and such good quality

19. Great

    Great looks the following day.

20. Nice

    Improves skin radiance and offers visibly improved clarity

21. Good

    my skin feel so nice and fresh

22. Nice

    use this on my face and on my scalp

23. Good

    so cheap and such good quality

24. Nice

    so cheap and such good quality

25. yum

    nah if really makes my skin feel so nice and fresh

26. Good

    love the way my skin feels and looks the following day.

27. Nice

    Highly recommend, especially at this price point.

28. Nice

    Use cleanser in the PM and good

29. Great all-rounder

    I love this, I use this on my face and on my scalp and it has so many benefits. I love to use this just before my shower on my scalp to cleanse my scalp and it stops my hair getting oiler quicker!!

30. Nice

    Improves skin radiance and offers visibly improved clarity

31. It's good

    I really like it on my face, amazing price as always, I did buy it on a friends recommendation as a underarm deodorant for days where I had to run out of the house but honestly I got a red patch forming underneath my arms so I'll stick to what it's meant for.

32. Nice

    so cheap and such good quality

33. Squeaky clean

    I love this toner! I use it every morning after my shower. I use the Ordinary squalene cleanser in the PM and in the morning I just rinse with water and follow up with the glycolic toner, 100% squalane, HA moisturiser and a drop or 2 of oil. My skin is always clear and glowing!

34. Nice

    Improves skin radiance and offers visibly improved clarity

35. Great for your body!

    I'm not personally a fan of using this on my face as it's pretty strong. I do use this on my body though! I soak a cotton pad then use it on my chest, shoulders, arms & legs. I do the same for my husband. I love the way my skin feels and looks the following day. Highly recommend, especially at this price point.

36. Effective Toner

    I feel like this toner is useful in preventing breakouts. It is quite strong so I wouldn't use it more than 2-3 times a week. but still worth incorporating into your routine.

37. Effective, lots of uses

    One of my all time favourite products, so cheap and such good quality. I use it for more than just my face, on any congested patches on my body or to remove fake tan build up. Highly recommend

38. Always buying this!

    I've been using this product for several years now. I love it because it's super effective. The day after I use it my skin looks brighter and pigmentation decreases. Overtime my skin looks more and more clear/radiant. I love that it is truly fragrance free and the bottle lasts me about 1 year! I don't think it's that great for very blocked pores - I think salicylic acid is better for congestion be...

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39. Skin feels clean, non irritating

    I've just started using this on my face and other areas prone to breakouts i.e back etc. I have fairly sturdy skin that doesn't irritate easy, however some breakout treatments do strip my skin, so far this isn't. I'm starting with 2 or 3 times a week and will see how it continues to respond. My skin felt cleaned straight away and I noticed the redness on breakouts reducing. I'm happy with this pr...

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40. Great

    Really love it. Another great product from the ordinary .

41. All rounder

    This product can be used in the scalp, face, feet, elbows, strawberry legs. List goes on. A must have in your skincare collection

42. No

    leaves my skin feeling sensitive

43. Basic but fine

    This product is basic and nothing incredible or revolutionary. However, it is not bad either. It would be good if you're new to toner and unsure if you want it in your routine or not. I think it is worth the low price point.

44. Gets rid of armpit odour

    I love using this product on my armpits using a damp cotton pad and a few drops of this. It somehow seems to kill the bacteria as you sweat and makes my odour almost non existent. I use a natural deodorant and combine it with this glycolic acid. Seriously love it and only use it for this purpose

45. Wow

    works well for my sensitive skin

46. Love it

    Cheap in a big bottle and it actually does its job! I applied it onto my face neck and anywhere requires a gentle peel on my body. It slowly works.

47. Like

    regularly everyday before any skin care steps

48. Converted!

    I was a loyal liquid gold fan and when I bought this, I just didn't love the texture as it was thick. However, after a few days of constant use I changed my mind and now prefer this to liquid gold! My skin has never looked better :)

49. Good

    affordable, simple product

50. No sure

    a bit drying and leaves my skin feeling sensitive after application

51. Oh no

    my skin feeling sensitive

52. Love

    affordable, simple product

53. Umm

    drying and leaves my skin feeling sensitive

54. Nice

    definitely seen an improvement

55. Great

    affordable, simple product

56. Work great

    works well for my sensitive skin

57. exfoliate

    skincare queen

    9 months ago

    affordable, simple product that I incorporate into my night time routine. I find it works well for my sensitive skin. Huge bottle will take me a while to finish. I also get laser treatment, so this also works for the treated areas without problems.

58. Average

    a bit drying and leaves my skin feeling sensitive

59. Daily

    regularly everyday before any skin care steps

60. Great

    definitely seen an improvement

61. Best toner

    I use this regularly everyday before any skin care steps. I struggle with hormonale acne on my face and body and I feel as though this toner helps calm down flare ups. I apply on my face but also on my chest and back and have definitely seen an improvement

62. Miracle Toner

    When I first started using this toner I felt a tingly sensation on my skin. But as my skin became less sensitive this product worked tremendously to remove the small bumps I would get on my forehead and chin. I usually only use this when I get these small bumps, and I don't apply any other products after, not even moisturiser. After 2 days the bumps are usually gone.

63. Um

    It is a bit drying and leaves my skin feeling sensitive after application

64. Amazing multi use product

    This is a fantastic product that i use for multiple purposes. Great for skin, underarms and scalp

65. Great for breaking up congestion

    It's called a toner but it's really a chemical (AHA) exfoliant so treat it as such and you'll get great results. I get quite congested during my period and I tend to use this once or twice a week to clear out my pores. My skin always feels very soft and looks clear after so it's a big thumbs up from me. It can be quite intense so use only at night, sparingly, and moisturise well after. Your skin...

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66. Unsure

    is a bit drying and leaves my skin feeling sensitive after application

67. Good

    improves the appearance of skin texture with continued use

68. Woo

    Lasts forever and keeps my skin soft

69. Great

    Perfect for instant deodorisation under your arms.

70. Great

71. Great

    I bought this a while back and have been using it as a deodorant ever since. I like how much of the product you get for the product and it really does help get rid of underarm odour!

72. Great on me

    I do not have sensitive skin so this works perfectly for me.

73. Instant deodorisation

    Perfect for instant deodorisation under your arms. I do not have sensitive skin so this works perfectly for me. Just repurchased another bottle today.

74. Nice

    I like how much of the product you get for the product

75. Great

    Lasts forever and keeps my skin soft and exfoliated without irritation, recommend

76. Great

    leaves my skin looking healthy and radiant

77. Umm

    Bought it to use as underarm deodorant and gave myself a mild chemical burn. Don't mess with acids, kids unless you know what you're doing.

78. Well done

    It helps to remove old fake tan

79. Good

    Ive been using this for a month now and i have yet to see a difference. I have dry, dull skin and this toner really stings and inflames my skin.

80. Nice

    This leaves my skin looking healthy and radiant

81. Great value

    This is quite a strong acid, and I prefer the Lactic Acid 10% as a gentler exfoliant for my face, but this is perfect for use as a body exfoliant. Really good value.

82. Great Toner

    I use this toner twice weekly and found it be a nice toner and no stinging. I apply it after washing my face and wait for it to dry completely before putting on a night cream. It seems to clear things up if I notice I am starting to get some congestion on the skin around my nose.

83. Using it for deodorant again

    The Ordinary Fan

    a year ago

    I must say I have tried this product for a long time but for some reason, it is just too harsh on my face and I always end up using it on my armpits as a deodorant lol. I have oily skin and I do moisturise and hydrate my skin well, but this product always stings me. I do see improvements sometimes but again it comes with the stinging sensation.

84. Great as deodorant!

    I bought this a while back and have been using it as a deodorant ever since. I like how much of the product you get for the product and it really does help get rid of underarm odour!

85. Smooth skin

    This leaves my skin looking healthy and radiant

86. Way too strong

    Bought it to use as underarm deodorant and gave myself a mild chemical burn. Don't mess with acids, kids unless you know what you're doing.

87. Great for tough skin

    A little strong- you will feel the effects after a couple days. I use it only on my elbows, knees, ankles, underarms once a couple of weeks and sometimes on the neck.

88. Okay product

    Ive been using this for a month now and i have yet to see a difference. I have dry, dull skin and this toner really stings and inflames my skin.

89. On my second bottle

    Love this exfoliator! It's a bit strong and tingles. I use it on my hydration nights with marine hyaluronic, hyaluronic acid, and moisturiser.

90. Great AHA for the body

    I use this product on my chest and back for break outs, it helps keep my skin smooth and clear. It also helps to remove old fake tan and prep for new tan application which is an added bonus! The price is super affordable for the size, will repurchase.

91. Okay so far

    Recently started using this to improve my skin texture however I have found it stings/irritates my face sometimes. I only use it on my forehead and t-zone now as my cheeks had a lot of redness and irritation from the toner

92. Irritated and tingly

    I really wanted to love this because I love the ordinary, but unfortunately, my more sensitive and rosacea-prone skin didn't like this. Regardless of what cleanser I used beforehand, I was left dry and my face would sting. Not ideal for delicate and sensitive skin, however, this has been good for my body acne so at least it won't go to waste!

93. Budget friendly AHA

    Lasts forever and keeps my skin soft and exfoliated without irritation, recommend!

94. Good, but not for sensitive skin

    i have only used it a few times and it has improved my skin, BUT if your skin is sensitive like mine it will cause a burning sensation.

95. GLOWY

    MAKE YOUR SKIN GLOWING IN A WEEK

96. Fantastic!!

    Great product, I have noticed the difference on my skin

97. Love it !!

    its exfoliate your skin nicely

98. Great body exfoliant

    I love using this as a whole body exfoliant before fake tanning. I literally just splash it all over my body... its so cheap its perfect for pre tab and getting those last bits if tan off.

99. loving it!

    i have been using this toner consistently in the evening over the last two months. It makes my skin feel so hydrated and smooth. I love putting it on right after a shower when my skin is a bit dry from the hot water. I have noticed a big drop in my mixed skin problems, I usually have an oily nose and dry flakey forehead. But this really has evened that all out nicely.

100. Love it!!!

     Fantastic product highly recommend

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