The Ordinary

The Ordinary Buffet

Buffet

The Ordinary Buffet contains 51 ingredients. INCI: Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, and more. We have found comedogenic components, polyethylene glycol (PEG), fungal acne feeding components.

Alcohols

Allergens

Butylene Glycol

Comedogenic

Fragrance

Polysorbate 20

PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Malassezia Feeding

Gluten

Parabens

Silicones

Sulfates

#1 solvent in many skincare and haircare products. Usually, creams contain 40 - 70% of water, while toners and micellar water may have up to 90%. Manufacturers purify and deionize it before putting it into the product to make the formula last longer. As for the benefits, it is neither good nor bad. It's a neutral component itself, but it's a very important part of a product.

Aqua (Water)

One of the best-known humectants. It helps to hydrate skin very fast, but the effect doesn't last too long. That's why some people may feel dryness after 3 - 4 hours and have to re-apply skincare products once again. Works even in low concentrations but becomes very effective at 10 - 40% concentration. It's used in cosmetics for more than 50 years and it is researched very well. A great component to counter dryness!

Glycerin

Lactococcus Ferment Lysate

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Pentapeptide-18

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38

Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate

Acetylarginyltryptophyl Diphenylglycine

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Sodium Hyaluronate

Allantoin

Glycine

Alanine

Serine

Valine

Isoleucine

Proline

Threonine

Histidine

Phenylalanine

Arginine

Aspartic Acid

Trehalose

Fructose

Glucose

Maltose

Urea

Sodium PCA

Sodium Lactate

Citric acid belongs to alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA). It's a good exfoliant. It helps to get rid of dead skin cells and thus to prevent acne. It&rsquo;s not as effective as glycolic or lactic acids but still, it's a nice ingredient in a product.

Citric Acid

Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin

Sodium Chloride

Sodium Hydroxide

It's a very popular solvent and viscosity controller. It also helps the components to absorb deeper into the skin and it is a humectant. It's considered to be safe and it is even used in food!

Pentylene Glycol

Acacia Senegal Gum

Xanthan Gum

Carbomer

PPG-26-Buteth-26

Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate

Ethoxydiglycol

Sodium Benzoate

Caprylyl Glycol

This component is a preservative that is very often used in a combination with phenoxyethanol to boost the effectiveness. Ethylhexylglycerin also temporarily improves skin condition, making it softer.

Ethylhexylglycerin

Very popular preservative. It has been used in cosmetics for a long time and it's very well researched. Considered to be safe for skin.

Phenoxyethanol

Chlorphenesin

AHA (Alphahydroxy Acid)

Antioxidants

BHA (Betahydroxy acid)

Ceramides

Hyaluronic Acid

Niacinamide

PHA (Polyhydroxy acid)

Retinoids

Vitamins

Anti aging

Antioxidant

Antiseptic

Healing

Moisturising

Softening

Soothing

UV Protection

Brightening

The Ordinary Buffet contains 51 ingredients. It's free of: Allergens, harmful alcohols, Gluten, Silicones, Sulfates, Parabens, synthetic fragrances. But we have found: comedogenic components, polyethylene glycol (PEG), fungal acne feeding components.

The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum

Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum

The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum contains 17 ingredients. INCI: Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pentylene Glycol, and more. We have found comedogenic components.

Hexylene Glycol

Water

Propanediol

Panthenol

Ahnfeltia Concinna Extract

Isoceteth-20

1,2-Hexanediol

The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum contains 17 ingredients. It's free of: Allergens, harmful alcohols, Gluten, Silicones, Sulfates, Parabens, polyethylene glycol (PEG), fungal acne feeding components, synthetic fragrances. But we have found: comedogenic components.

Product Comparison

Buffet

Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum

Positive effects

Moisturising

Softening

Soothing

Anti aging

Antioxidant

Healing

Antiseptic

Brightening

UV Protection

Positive effects

Moisturising

Softening

Anti aging

Healing

Antiseptic

Brightening

Potential hazards

Comedogenic

PEG

Malassezia Feeding

Potential hazards

Comedogenic

EWG Report

Organic / Synthetic ratio

EWG Report

Organic / Synthetic ratio

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