76%
would repurchase
4.2/5
package quality

price range

ingredients

Aqua (Water), Lactic Acid, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Arginine, Potassium Citrate, Triethanolamine, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Ethyl 2,2-Dimethylhydrocinnamal, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol.

Reviews

Reviews


4.0
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4 years ago

I'm an experienced user of chemical exfoliants, so I had no problem with the higher percentage of this product (it also comes in 5%, which is good for beginners). Lactic Acid is a larger molecule than...Read more

3 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (1047 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinNormal, Fair-Medium, Cool

HairBrown, Wavy, Coarse

EyesBlue



5.0
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4 years ago

So I just had a less than wonderful experience with the mandelic acid serum from TO. I wouldn't have if I had just stuck with this product instead of falling into the trap of thinking "everything will...Read more

8 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (93 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


5.0
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4 years ago

This is a nice form of lactic acid as this version doesn’t involve a cream with other ingredients in it that don’t play well with other products AND it’s cheap. I used to prefer Salicylic Acid as my e...Read more

8 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (430 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Fair, Cool

HairBlond, Wavy, Fine

EyesBlue


5.0
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4 years ago

I am no stranger to acid exfoliants. I have been using them for years, trying different formulations and products. Lactic acid seems to be the right choice for my skin, effective, but mild. You can't ...Read more

5 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (142 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Fair, Warm

HairBlond, Straight, Fine

EyesGreen


4.0
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5 years ago

Like the 5% version I found this serum gentle but surprisingly effective. This is a great acid serum for beginners. No irritation but tangible results. It has a medium consistency that rubs in very ea...Read more

12 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (461 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Dark, Neutral

HairBrown, Curly, Fine

EyesBrown


1.0
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5 years ago

Gave me an awful breakout within just hours of applying.. I tried it twice and it broke me out each time. Yikes.

8 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (4 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Fair

HairBrunette

EyesGreen


4.0
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5 years ago

good price, it sheds the dead skin without irritation. if you get too dry, just use it less often and start slow.

3 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (333 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinVery Dry, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBlack, Straight, Medium

EyesBrown


4.0
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5 years ago

I know next to nothing about acids and stuff, but a friend recommended this to me and it works great! I don't have sensitive skin so I went straight for the 10%. It really does remove the top layer of...Read more

13 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (65 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinOily, Olive, Neutral

HairBlack, Wavy, Fine

EyesBrown


5.0
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5 years ago

This is my go-to for a topical acid. I really researched and tried many, and found that LA works on my sensitive skin. AHA was just too intense and burning. I started with TO 5% and then moved to 10% ...Read more

10 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (9 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinNormal, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairRed, Wavy, Fine

EyesBlue


4.0
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6 years ago

Like everyone else, I quite liked this. I have sensitive skin and started off with the 5%, then moved up to this and have no problems leaving it on for the recommended ten minutes. My skin looks brigh...Read more

9 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (24 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinDry, Fair-Medium

HairBrown

EyesBlue


4.0
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6 years ago

Very effective acid for your skin at a stellar price. Your skin will look clearer and brighter very quickly. It’s strong though so unless you’re used to using acids, may want to dilute the formula t...Read more

6 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (192 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Medium

HairBlack

EyesBrown


5.0
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6 years ago

My new HG exfoliator! I don't think I've ever tried anything that made such an immediate improvement in skin. This is my favorite acid treatment by far. Great price, very low odor. My skin always...Read more

9 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (8 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Fair, Warm

HairRed, Wavy, Fine

EyesGreen


5.0
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6 years ago

Pros: +reasonable price +cruelty free +nice,simple yet high quality and practical packaging(glass bottle with dropper) +not perfumed(has a hint of chemical scent which is not strong or bad) +even peop...Read more

8 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (254 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBlond, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown


5.0
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6 years ago

Because I have sensitive skin and mild rosacea, I started with the 5% and just moved up to the 10% once or twice a week. This product has helped when I have any flakiness from tretinoin. I really like...Read more

7 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (45 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairBlond, Straight, Fine

EyesBlue


5.0
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6 years ago

I have repurchased this about four times as I think it is one of the most effective products from The Ordinary. I have used Glycolic Acid for a couple of years so I purchased the 10% Lactic Acid inste...Read more

6 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (112 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Cool

HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

EyesGreen


4.0
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6 years ago

After using this I got comments from friends about my glowing skin. However I wouldn't recommend using this if you have retinol in your routine. Even though I alternated nights and used it just once a...Read more

6 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (74 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinDry, Olive, Warm

HairBlack, Straight, Medium

EyesBlack


5.0
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6 years ago

I've been using this for about a month and so far I'm really impressed! I have used AHA serums in the past (such as Pixi) but got out of the game for a bit once I introduced Differin to my routine. I ...Read more

5 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (71 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinDry, Fair

HairBrunette

EyesGreen


4.0
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6 years ago

I wasn’t sure I would like this but my usual glycolic acid night peel lotion has been out of stock for quite some time now and I thought this was worth taking a chance on for the price. Lactic acid i...Read more

4 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (1191 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Cool

HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

EyesBlue


5.0
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6 years ago

The Ordinary Lactic Acid 10% + HA 2% delivers high end results at a dirt cheap price, Leaves my skin radiant and glowing within minutes. 10/10

5 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (86 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinOily, Olive, Neutral

HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

EyesBlue


5.0
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6 years ago

Great! I avoided using this for a while, as I was having crazy forehead breakouts and wasnt sure if this was contributing. I have finally pinpointed the source of my breakouts and started using this p...Read more

6 people found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (78 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Cool

HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown