The Ordinary cosmetics: advantages, disadvantages and description

The Ordinary cosmetics recently became known to the Russian user, but has already managed to gain well-deserved popularity. The success of the company lies in the thoughtful combination of low cost, as well as simple but effective components. In the article, we consider in more detail the advantages, disadvantages and description of The Ordinary cosmetics.

The Ordinary cosmetics is popular all over the world. It is owned by Deciem Cosmetics Group, based in Canada. The company independently conducts development and research in the field of cosmetology, on the basis of which it launches its products. The Ordinary cosmetics are not tested on animals and do not contain such harmful substances as parabens, sulfates, formaldehydes and perfumes. In addition to quality products, the brand is known for its low price, which turned out to be the dominant factor in its rapid popularity. However, the use of budget ingredients makes cosmetics less spectacular than the more expensive brand of the concern - Nord.

The Ordinary gained its popularity in 2017. The main “trick” of the brand was the use of simple and discreet packaging, as well as a combination of simple, but active components. The low cost is explained by the lack of marketing costs, as well as expensive and not always effective ingredients. The assortment of the brand is quite extensive: in the presence of oil, and whey, and acid. Products are ideally combined with each other and they can even be mixed with each other, creating an individual composition suitable for a specific type and condition of the skin.

The Ordinary brand has enough advantages, namely:

• packaging for cosmetics, despite its simplicity, is very stylish and convenient;
• the product is used sparingly, so a small jar is enough for a long time;
• there are no harmful components in the composition, and all those present are effective;
• the price of the funds presented varies from 450 to 1000 rubles, which makes the brand quite budgetary;
• as a rule, substances do not cause irritation, although a reaction can still occur on sensitive skin.

However, The Ordinary also has disadvantages such as:

• the effect appears rather late, that is, sometimes even in the third or fourth week it may not be;
• products are not universal, which means different results on different types of skin;
• in addition, ordering cosmetics to Russia is not so simple - you will first need to find additional information about the selected products, since the names do not always reflect the essence, and then in most cases pay for delivery.

The composition of The Ordinary cosmetics is diverse, but this is its specificity. In stock several products with vitamin C, several retinoids, direct-acting acids, antioxidants, oils and other effective substances. By retinoids is meant the vitamin A present in serums, Granactive Retinoid in Squalane, as well as Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion. Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, and its derivatives are used in 8 varieties of cosmetics, for example, a suspension of AK based on silicone.

Exfoliating acids AHA and BHA, alpha lipoic and azelaic acids have a direct effect. They are components of several serums, toner and other products. Antioxidants are also present in several brand products. To moisturize the skin, the products include amino acids, hyaluronic acid, substances of marine origin, as well as natural components similar to those present in the stratum corneum. Of the oils, The Ordinary uses sea buckthorn oil, chia seeds, rose hips, squalane and others. Peptides and other molecules are also found in some products.

The Ordinary has already said enough about face products but the specifics of cosmetics is better to consider the example of its most popular representatives.

• Lactic Acid 5% + HA 2% - it is a combination of lactic acid, necessary for delicately exfoliating the skin, as well as hyaluronic acid, indispensable for moisturizing the epidermis.

• Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution - This is an exfoliating toner containing seven percent glycolic acid, aloe vera and ginseng. This tool not only smoothes the skin texture, but also successfully copes with fine wrinkles.

• Salicylic Acid 2% Solution - it is salicylic acid, most often used in the care of oily and problem skin. A feature of the substance is the ability to enter deep into the pores, corrode sebum and even reduce its production.

• Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% or azelaic acid prevents the development of inflammatory processes, evens out the surface of the skin and improves the tone of the face, eliminating post-acne and other pigmentation disorders.

• Peeling AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution created from a mixture of AHA acids and salicylic acid. Using it weekly, you can reduce the number of inflammations and achieve a smooth and radiant face.

• Retinol 2% in Squalane, that is, retinol, is an indispensable component in anti-aging cosmetics. Two percent concentration is the lowest and allows you to gradually "accustom" the skin to an aggressive component.

• Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2% possesses antioxidant properties, therefore it quickly heals “tired” and faded skin.

• Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Is a water-soluble vitamin B3, required by oily and problem skin. It not only reduces the production of sebum, but also dries up inflammation.

• Matrixyl 10% + HA is the most effective peptide, the use of which activates the production of collagen, which means that the skin becomes more elastic and wrinkles are smoothed.

• Alpha Lipoic Acid 5%, that is, alpha lipoic acid is an antioxidant, like vitamin C. Its use gives the skin a healthy glow, returns a natural shade and tones.

• Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 - The famous hyaluronic acid is used to moisturize the skin. At The Ordinary, it is used in the form of serum sodium hyaluronate.

• 100% Organic Cold-Pressed Rose Hip Seed Oil - rosehip oil, saturated with fatty acids and provitamin A, transforms dried or dehydrated skin.

Using the products of The Ordinary is not particularly difficult, since all the necessary information is indicated in the instructions, in addition, all copies are combined with each other. Therefore, the options for compiling care systems are very diverse.

• Once a week for skin renewal, it makes sense to apply peeling AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution, and the rest of the time in addition to basic care, apply 4 drops of Buffet serum and hyaluronic acid 2% + vitamin B5 to your face. Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA is perfect as a moisturizer.
• You can take care of skin subjected to age-related changes with Buffet Serum, used both in the morning and for night care. In addition, in the morning, hyaluronic acid 2% + B5 is used, and in the evening, hyaluronic acid 5% in Squalane, as well as organic rosehip oil.
• Skin, the pores of which are often clogged, will be required Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%. In the evening, you will definitely have to use a squalane of plant origin.

It is worth mentioning that The Ordinary does not recommend using more than three serums at a time, and oil-based products should always be applied before drugs created on oil or silicone. Combine Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% with ascorbic and ethyl ascorbic acids. Peptides can not be combined with direct acids, as well as ascorbic. AHA is best used in the evening.

Reviews of cosmetologists and ordinary users on cosmetics The Ordinary are diverse. For example, the sensational face cream The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA seemed quite ordinary to some customers. In the cold season, the product provides the promised hydration only in combination with serums and moisturizing masks.

The manufacturer declares that the cream is suitable for any age and any type of skin, but in fact it will show the greatest effect only with normal skin. Its consistency is light and pleasant, and the smell is practically absent. It goes well with various serums, and is also an excellent base for makeup.

The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution, on the contrary, receives rave reviews. It is quite simple to distribute it on a dry face for about ten minutes, then rinse, repeat this procedure a couple of times a week. Judging by the reviews, after such a treatment the skin looks radiant and refreshed, and the amount of sebum secreted is reduced.

The Ordinary “Buffet” + Copper Peptides 1% Face Serum, which is the most expensive representative of the brand, also collects negative reviews. One of the buyers noted that after application, the skin begins to irritate and suffer from itching, redness intensifies, and the promised hydration does not occur. The next day, the face continues to look dull and somehow tired. It can be concluded that the result of using products

You can find out about the five best products from The Ordinary by watching the video below.