There are brands that especially call our attention. Whether for its compositions, for its packaging, for its philosophy, price or for everything at once and The Ordinary is one of them. It is a firm that we could already qualify as cult and has revolutionized the world of cosmetics thanks to its vegan products in which it combines good, simple formulas with unbeatable prices.
In fact, its philosophy has permeated other brands that, seeing its success, are committed to doing something similar. So much so, that the latest news that has reached us about the brand is that it has been acquired mainly by Estée Lauder, which, therefore, has also fallen in love with its great reception among consumers.
Today we are going to give you two simple and moisturizing beauty routines to take care of your skin with products from The Ordinary, yes, as always, it will depend on your skin type and needs. In addition, many times, we will have to try more than one product until we find those that feel better for our skin but, since their prices are really adjusted, it will hurt much less in the pocket.
Tips for using The Ordinary
First of all, we will give you a “quick guide” that the brand gives us, of things to keep in mind when using these products:
- It is recommended to use the strong assets at night and alternatively.
- can be combine up to 3 serums in each routine (without overloading the skin). However, only one of the three can be a strong active ingredient because it can cause skin irritation.
- Do not use more than one acid at the same time.
- Do not use Vitamin C and Retinol serum at the same time.
- Use formulas with aqueous textures before formulas with oily textures.
- If several serums are used at the same time, keep in mind that the one that treats the main problem should be applied first.
- Consult the contraindications and all the information on the official page of The Ordinary before applying any product.
The ordinary beauty routine for the day
Face cleaner
Cleansing is always the first and essential step in any skin care routine. It is a step that we can never leave, not only at night, but also in the morning. As a trick, I will tell you that I always have a face cleanser in the shower so that, while I take a shower in the morning, I take the opportunity to cleanse thoroughly.
Thus, the option of the brand and that we will apply both in our day and night routine, is the Squalane Cleanser, a gentle cleanser whose star ingredient is squalane, a moisturizing active that we can find naturally in our skin that helps retain moisture for supple skin. Its price is 6.99 euros.
moisturizing serum
Then we would apply a serum like the one from Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 containing 3 different molecular weights of hyaluronic acid (high, medium and low), as well as a new generation cross-linked hyaluronic acid polymer that offers multi-layer hydration (on the surface and in greater depth). Its price is 6.99 euros.
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5
Moisturizer
We would move on to moisturizer like the Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA with a formula that protects the outer layer of the skin, keeping it hydrated. Among its components we find amino acids, ceramides, glycerin, hyaluronic acid and many other ingredients naturally present in our skin. Its price is 7.99 euros.
Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA
Sunscreen
Finally, we only have to apply a sunscreen that the brand has with SPF 15 and 30, we are left with the last one, with the Mineral UV Filters sunscreen with SPF 30 and antioxidants to protect against UV rays and has a network of bioactive antioxidants that help neutralize free radical damage. The moisturizing formula acts to replenish moisture and calm irritations, and also leaves the skin strengthened, reinforced and healthy, and all this at a price of 10.45 euros.
The ordinary beauty routine for the night
Actually, the routine that we have proposed for the day, ignoring the sunscreen (of course) is also ideal for the night and enhances skin hydration. However, if you want to go a little further, we could substitute the hyaluronic acid serum for…
The amino acid + B5 serum that provides a better barrier support, elasticity, osmotic balance and desquamation. It also includes a concentration of 5% (by weight) of D-panthenol, which is a provitamin of the vitamin B5 for provide hydration on the surface and below the surface while aiding in the repair of the skin and anti-irritant functions. Its price is 6.80 euros.
Next, we would apply the moisturizing cream and the result is an intensely nourished and hydrated skin.
occasional treatments
As occasional treatments that can be used a maximum of twice a week, without a doubt, we have to talk about the exfoliant Aha 30% + Bha 2% Peeling Solution (7.20 euros) that many of you have surely heard of. It is a 30% blend of alpha hydroxy acids (glycolic/lactic/tartaric/citric), with 2% beta hydroxy acid (salicylic acid), hyaluronic acid crosspolymer, vitamin B5, black carrot and Tasmanian alpha hydroxy acid, the Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) exfoliate the skin’s top surface for a brighter, more even appearance.
And it is a product that exfoliates the skin and decongests the pores, help to combat imperfections and improve radiance skin, as well as improving the appearance of skin texture and reducing the appearance of fine lines with continued use.
Aha 30% + Bha 2% Peeling Solution
Complete sets with skincare routines
As the fundamental problem that The Ordinary brand brings us is knowing how to combine its assets and products, we also have complete sets like the ones we leave you.
First of all we have the balance-set (27.99 euros) that contains the Squalane cleanser, the 2% Salicylic Acid Mask, the 10% Niacinamide + Zinc serum and the Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA cream. It is a skincare routine that targets dullness and texture irregularities, balances the visible aspects of sebum activity and provides immediate hydration.
Or the The Ordinary No Brainer Set (27.45 euros) to recover your skin and restore its youth with three products such as Buffer which is a serum to treat multiple signs of aging at the same time, the moisturizing cream Natural Moisturizing Factors HA and the Granactive Retinoid 2% in Emulsion to use at night with which to reduce the signs of aging, but without the irritations of retinol. With this set we would have a two for one routine, the Buffer in the morning with the cream and the Retinol with the cream at night.
The Ordinary No Brainer Set
Another option would be The Ordinary 5 Piece Everyday Essentials Daily Care Setwith a collection of five anti-aging products that illuminate and hydrate the face while minimizing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
We find: the “Buffet” multi-technology repairing serum, the support formula with 2% hyaluronic acid + B5, the 100% organic cold-pressed rosehip seed oil, the 3% resveratrol and 3% ferulic acid serum and the Silicone suspension cream with vitamin C 30%. Its price is 45.95 euros.
5 Piece Everyday Essentials
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