5.19.2017

THE ORDINARY SKINCARE: LACTIC ACID 5%, HA 2%

The ordinary Lactic acid 5% HA 2%
The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5%. HA 2% - £5.50
I stumbled across The Ordinary brand whilst doing my routine browse of ASOS and I couldn't believe the range of products they were selling - and for the price tag too! I quickly did a little bit of research and settled on the Lactic Acid 5% and HA 2% serum.

Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and Hyaluronic Acids (HAs) are all the rage in skin care products at the moment. Lactic acid is an AHA and is said to exfoliate your skin which over time should improve texture, fade pigmentation and reduce fine lines, Whereas HAs hydrate your skin and also has anti ageing properties. Having dull, dry and congested skin myself, I always wanted to try Hydraluron however I couldn't justify splashing the cash knowing there was a (pretty high) chance it could lead to my eczema flaring up. So I was so excited to bag a bargain at only £4.95 (10% student discount holla).

With this particular product, it says to apply once a day and preferably at night. The product is dispensed through a little dropper, helping you to get the correct amount you need - which isn't much!
I apply this after I've washed my face and follow up with moisturiser. I was a little concerned this might make my face feel tight/dry but it hasn't so far!

I have been using this for about a week now and I feel as though I've noticed improvements mainly in my skin texture; I don't have half as many little bumps as I used to! I haven't noticed too much of an improvement in terms of hydration yet. I've been make up free for the past week due to revision so I think I will notice more when I start wearing it again (next fri!!!).

My only issue with this product is that I have noticed a few little spots on my face recently. I don't tend to get little ones, only huge horrible ones so this is a change for me! I don't know if its due to this product or stress from exams, but I'll be sure to keep you updated!

Overall I have been really enjoying this product and will definitely carry on using it! I really want to try a few others from their range too.

Have you tried any acid based skin care?

Love, Liv x

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37 comments on "THE ORDINARY SKINCARE: LACTIC ACID 5%, HA 2%"
  1. Ooh this product sounds great, really want to start using The Ordinary! xx

    www.natalieleanne.com

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  2. This sounds like such a lovely product! I've never really thought about skin texture and bumps but when I feel them by accident I want them gone! Definitely going to look this up x

    |Georgia Megan|

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  3. this sounds amazing, I definitely need to give it a go xx
    www.lifeascaitlin.co.uk

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  4. Lactic Acid is quite new to me, I've heard of it but never really understood why people used it. It sounds like something I would benefit from! Quite a good price too!

    Lauren x Huggled

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  5. Glad you like to product! Thanks for sharing =o)

    https://dreamofadventures.com/

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  6. I haven't really tried any acid based skin care but this looks like a great product!! :)Thanks for sharing Olivia and have a great day!
    xx
    Shivangi
    http://www.outoncatwalk.com/day-touched-alligator/

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  7. I've just bought the Salicylic acid and the rosehip oil from The Ordinary (I was just browsing through Asos too!) and I haven't used the rosehip oil yet but the Salicylic acid seems great so far!
    Amy xx
    www.callmeamy.co.uk

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  8. This sounds amazing! Definitely will add it to my next asos order!

    Megan | www.MummyandHarrison.co.uk | Fashion & Lifestyle Blogger.

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  9. I love a good aha / bha product. The Ordinary is a brand that I definitely need to get my hands on asap when I finish my other aha /bha products.
    Great review Olivia.

    Nathalie
    www.nathalie-alexandra.blogspot.com

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  10. I've been wanting to try this!

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  11. Sounds lovely! Thanks for a great review.

    Gemma x
    www.jacquardflower.uk

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  12. I have a moisturizer from the Ordinary and I love it, especially for the price! I want to try this now x

    Beauty From Katie

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  13. I have heard a lot of great things about this brand. I love the Clarins toner and that has lactic acid and it works really well with my skin. Let us know how you get on with it.

    Zeynab x
    The Beauty Load

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    1. ooo that sounds fab! Will do Zeynab xx

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  14. That sounds perfect. I use acid product for quite a while now.
    The effect is incredible.
    Love, Esther
    https://lifestyle-tale.com/

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  15. I've heard so much about this brand! Really curious to give it a try. x

    Kate Louise Blogs

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  16. It's such a great price for this product. I definitely think The Ordinary is a great way to start introducing acids into your routine.

    Lauren x - bylaurenjane

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  17. Everyone seems to be using The Ordinary at the moment! I'm trying out the Retinoid Serum but haven't really noticed any change from it. Perhaps I should give this one a go next :D
    Thanks for sharing!

    Rachel | Coffee & Avocados

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  18. This sounds fantastic, I need to buy some products from The Ordinary myself. I will be adding this to the list! Keep us posted on the spots, I am sure they will clear up soon. I always get spots when I am hormonal xxx

    ALittleKiran | Bloglovin | Blog Sale

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  19. I saw these recently on Asos too and was tempted to give some products a try - definitely will now if you're seeing improvements :)

    Claire | Vanity Claire xx

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