The Official Beauty Bliss Guide to: The Ordinary
Posted on Wednesday, 1 June 2022 - By Toni
You may have heard the buzz about The Ordinary: the effectiveness, the low cost, and the streamlined packaging that gives you access to incredible skincare for your every skin concern. Like many of us, you may have found yourself a little confused as to which products would be best for you.
That's why we've put together this handy guide to help you figure out what each product does and whether it is designed to help you reach your particular skin goals. Deciem (that's the company behind The Ordinary) have taken skincare to the next level and we're here to help you reap the benefits.
That's why we've put together this handy guide to help you figure out what each product does and whether it is designed to help you reach your particular skin goals. Deciem (that's the company behind The Ordinary) have taken skincare to the next level and we're here to help you reap the benefits.
Skip to the good bits:
- About the brand
- Formulations by Category
- Example Regimen: Signs of Ageing
- Example Regimen: Signs of Congestion
- Example Regimen: Antioxidant Support
- Example Regimen: Hydration Support
About the Brand
The Ordinary has a straightforward approach to naming their products: they choose the main ingredient of each one and go with it. That's all, folks. Still, that can be pretty daunting when you're unsure as to what those actual ingredients are.
At Beauty Bliss, we stock most of the cult favourites, so we’re here to help you understand what exactly you’re doing with all the new skincare you’ll undoubtedly fall in love with.
At Beauty Bliss, we stock most of the cult favourites, so we’re here to help you understand what exactly you’re doing with all the new skincare you’ll undoubtedly fall in love with.
Formulations by Category
CLEANSERS
| Product | What it targets | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| Squalane Cleanser | Cleanses & removes makeup | Before Creams/Oils/Serums, AM & PM |
ANTIOXIDANTS
| Product | What it targets | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| EUK 134 0.1% | Antioxidant support, calms redness | Before Oils/Creams, AM & PM |
| Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3% | Signs of Aging, Textural Irregularities | Before Oils/Creams, AM & PM |
| Pycnogenol 5% | Antioxidant Support, Enhance Skin Hydration, Rebuild Skin Elasticity | Before Oils/Cream, After Water-Based Serums, AM & PM |
DIRECT ACIDS
| Product | What it targets | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution | Dullness, Uneven Tone, Textural Irregularities | After cleansing, before serums, PM |
| Lactic Acid 5% + HA | Uneven tone, Textural Irregularities, Fine Lines | Before Oils/Creams, PM |
| Mandelic Acid 10% + HA | Dullness, Uneven Tone, Textural irregularities | Before Oils/Creams, PM |
| Salicylic Acid 2% Masque | Lackluster Tone, Textural Irregularities | 1-2 times a week, Ideally PM |
MORE MOLECULES
| Product | What it targets | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| 100% Niacinamide Powder | Visible shine, Textural Irregularities, Enlarged Pores | Mix with appropriate products, AM & PM |
| Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG | Puffiness, Dark Circles | Before Oils/Creams, AM & PM |
| Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% | Puffiness, Dark Circles | Before Oils/Creams, AM & PM |
PEPTIDES
| Product | What it targets | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-Peptide + HA Serum (Previously "Buffet") | Signs of Aging, Firming | Before Oils/Creams, AM & PM |
| "Buffet" + Copper Peptides 1% | Signs of Aging, Firming, Skin Health | Before Oils/Creams, AM & PM |
| Argireline Solution 10% | Signs of Aging | Before Oils/Creams, AM & PM |
Example Regimen: Signs of Aging
Morning: |
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 1. Squalane Cleanser A Gentle, Moisturizing Facial Cleanser |
 2. Buffet Multi-Technology Peptide Serum |
 3. Natural Moisturizing Factors Surface Hydration Formula |
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Evening: |
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1. Squalane Cleanser A Gentle, Moisturizing Facial Cleanser |
2. Buffet Multi-Technology Peptide Serum |
 3. Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion A lightweight medium-strength serum. |
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Example Regimen: Signs of Congestion
Morning: |
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 1. Squalane Cleanser A Gentle, Moisturizing Facial Cleanser |
 2. Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% High-Strength Vitamin and Mineral Blemish Formula |
 3. Natural Moisturizing Factors Surface Hydration Formula |
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Evening: |
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1. Squalane Cleanser A Gentle, Moisturizing Facial Cleanser |
 2. Salicylic Acid 2% Masque With Amazonian Clays and Squalane |
3. Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% High-Strength Vitamin and Mineral Blemish Formula |
4. Natural Moisturizing Factors Surface Hydration Formula |
Example Regimen: Antioxidant Support
Morning: |
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1. Squalane Cleanser A Gentle, Moisturizing Facial Cleanser |
 2. Pycnogenol 5% A High-Potency, Plant-Derived Antioxidant |
3. Natural Moisturizing Factors Surface Hydration Formula |
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Evening: |
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1. Squalane Cleanser A Gentle, Moisturizing Facial Cleanser |
 2. EUK 134 0.1% Water-Free, High-Potency Antioxidant Formula |
3. Natural Moisturizing Factors Surface Hydration Formula |
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Example Regimen: Hydration Support
Morning: |
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1. Squalane Cleanser A Gentle, Moisturizing Facial Cleanser |
 2. Amino Acids + B5 A Concentrated Hydration Support Formula |
3. Natural Moisturizing Factors Surface Hydration Formula |
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Evening: |
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1. Squalane Cleanser A Gentle, Moisturizing Facial Cleanser |
2. Amino Acids + B5 A Concentrated Hydration Support Formula |
 3. 100% Plant-Derived Hemi-Squalane Support Healthy Hydration |
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About the Author
Toni
Toni is a Mum to 2 young girls, and totally addicted to all things Beauty Bliss. Most days you'll find her organizing our next stock shipment or tinkering with the website code.