The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner

This water-based toning solution features 7% Glycolic Acid, an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), to gently exfoliate the skin’s surface, removing dead skin cells and revealing a smoother, brighter, and more even complexion. It also contains Tasmanian Pepperberry, Ginseng Root, and Aloe Vera to help soothe potential irritation often associated with exfoliation.

At its core, this toner is a water-based exfoliating solution designed to be incorporated into an evening skincare routine. Its key active ingredient is 7% Glycolic Acid, an Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA). AHAs work by dissolving the “glue” that holds dead skin cells to the skin’s surface, facilitating their gentle removal. This process, known as chemical exfoliation, is highly effective for improving skin clarity and smoothness compared to harsher physical scrubs.

• Tasmanian Pepperberry (Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract): This unique plant-derived ingredient is key to the formula’s gentleness. It’s known for its anti-inflammatory properties, helping to reduce redness and irritation that can sometimes occur with acid exfoliation. It’s worth noting that the natural color of Tasmanian Pepperberry can vary seasonally, which might lead to slight color variations in the toner itself.
• Ginseng Root Extract (Panax Ginseng Root Extract): A powerful antioxidant, ginseng is known for its brightening and invigorating effects on the skin. It contributes to the overall radiance the toner aims to achieve.
• Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water): A widely recognized soothing agent, aloe vera helps to calm the skin and provide a hydrating touch, making the exfoliation process more comfortable.

Benefits and Efficacy:

• Smoother Skin Texture: By removing accumulated dead skin cells, it helps to refine the skin’s surface, making it feel softer and appear more even. This is particularly effective for addressing minor bumps and rough patches.
• Enhanced Radiance and Clarity: It effectively tackles dullness by promoting cellular turnover, revealing fresher, more luminous skin underneath. This contributes to a healthier, more “glowy” complexion.
• More Even Skin Tone: It aids in fading various forms of hyperpigmentation, such as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (dark spots left after acne) and mild sun spots, leading to a more uniform skin tone.
• Reduced Appearance of Fine Lines and Wrinkles: While not a primary anti-aging treatment, the accelerated cell turnover can subtly diminish the look of superficial fine lines and improve overall skin plumpness over time.
• Minimizing Congestion and Breakouts: By keeping pores clear of dead skin cells and debris, it can help reduce the incidence of blackheads and minor breakouts.
• Multi-Purpose Use: Beyond the face, it’s frequently used on other areas of the body that can benefit from exfoliation, such as the neck, décolletage, elbows, knees, and even the scalp to address flakiness and promote a healthier scalp environment. Some users also report success in using it for underarm odor.

  Uses:

  • Exfoliation: Its primary use is to gently exfoliate the top layer of dead skin cells, revealing fresh, brighter skin underneath. This helps to:
    • Improve Skin Texture: Smooth rough or bumpy skin, including those small, stubborn bumps (often called closed comedones).
    • Enhance Radiance and Luminosity: Unclog pores and remove dulling dead skin, leading to a more glowing complexion.
    • Even Skin Tone: Help to fade hyperpigmentation, such as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) from acne, and generally make the skin tone more uniform.
    • Minimize the Appearance of Fine Lines and Wrinkles: By promoting cell turnover, it can subtly reduce the look of surface lines over time.
    • Address Congestion and Blackheads: Can help to keep pores clear, reducing the occurrence of blackheads and mild breakouts.
  • Body and Scalp Exfoliation: Beyond the face, it’s also commonly used on:
    • Body: To smooth rough patches on arms, legs, or other areas, and help with ingrown hairs.
    • Scalp: To address dryness and flakiness by exfoliating the scalp, and some users report it can help with oil balance.
    • Underarms: Can be used to help with underarm odor by altering the skin’s pH and potentially reducing bacteria.

  Key Ingredient :

  • Aqua (Water)
  • Glycolic Acid
  • Rosa Damascena Flower Water
  • Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water (Cornflower Water)
  • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water
  • Propanediol
  • Glycerin
  • Triethanolamine
  • Aminomethyl Propanol
  • Panax Ginseng Root Extract
  • Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract (Tasmanian Pepperberry)
  • Amino Acids (e.g., Aspartic Acid, Alanine, Glycine, Serine, Valine, Isoleucine, Proline, Threonine, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Arginine, PCA, Sodium PCA)