- “One of the serums that I have been using for that for years is the ordinary copper peptide serum”
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Multi-Peptide + Copper Peptides 1% Serum"One of the serums that I have been using for that for years is the ordinary copper peptide serum"$32.00
Argireline Solution 10%"The Ordinary Argireline Solution 10% targets the appearance of dynamic facial lines."$9.70
Multi-Peptide + HA Serum"This is the best."$19.90
Retinol 0.5% in Squalane"The downside here is the packaging."$12.90
Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA"Alpha Arbutin is actually a derivative of hydroquinone, but it's over the counter."$11.50
Soothing & Barrier Support Serum"This is not only going to hydrate your skin, but it's also going to repair your skin as well, keeping it healthy and keeping it balanced."$17.00
Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%"If you got a oily skin like me, highly recommend."$6.00
Amino Acids + B5 Hydration Serum"This is so underrated. It really is an amazing hydrating serum that works for all skin types."$9.20
Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion"I remember The Ordinary's Granactive Retinoid and how mind-blowing that was when it first came out."$12.10
Matrixyl 10% + HA"Their Matrixyl 10% plus HA serum cost just $10.90 for 30 ml and it contains Matrixyl 3000 and a different Matrixyl called Synth 6."-
Azelaic Acid Suspension 10%"Azelaic acid 10% really offers more calming and soothing benefits."$12.20
GF 15% Solution"Testing The Ordinary's growth factor GF 15% solution."$15.50
100% Plant-Derived Squalane"This is definitely one that I would repurchase and I bought it for years."$10.40
Lactic Acid 10% + HA 2%"Two of my favorite lactic acid products are... the Ordinary lactic acid 10% plus HA."$12.80
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate Solution 20% in Vitamin F"Number one is it's fragrance-free, which I love."$20.50
Pycnogenol 5%"Pycnogenol does a really good job to brighten a dull complexion. It's best for skin radiance."$11.50
Retinal 0.2% Emulsion"Retinaldehyde, huge shout-out."$19.90
Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3%"I have yet to find a formulation like this on the market that offers a 3% for each ingredient. This is very powerful and one of the most effective products from The Ordinary."$10.40
Niacinamide 5% Face and Body Emulsion"Why does it smell so bad?"$14.00
Volufiline 92% + Pal-Isoleucine 1% Plumping Serum"It works."$21.40Browse More
- “I've been using this for years now for general anti-aging and skin health, and I just love how bright and glowy it makes my skin”0:39–0:44
- Source: The drugstore can’t dupe these products from the Sephora Sale… - Apr 10, 2026
- “Their most complete option is their multipeptide plus copper peptides 1% at $32 for 30 mls”12:47–12:57
- “It has the peptides in the multipeptide serum I mentioned plus 1% copper peptides or GHK copper”12:57–13:03
- “I usually use copper peptide products at night though because I notice a slight change in my skin tone when I use them during the day because they are a really deep blue color”13:11–13:17
- Source: Do peptides actually work? Dermatologist reviews the proof - Jan 10, 2026
- “Overall, I prefer the peptide blend in The Ordinary's product, but the Dollar Tree version isn't bad”3:22–3:30
- “The Ordinary's product is blue”3:33–3:37
- “The 1% concentration of copper peptides in this product naturally gives it a blue color”3:35–3:40
- Source: Dermatologist Compares Dollar Tree vs High-End Skincare - Jan 24, 2026
- “I actually think the one from The Ordinary is better because not only does it have that 1% concentration of copper peptides, it also contains a multitude of other anti-aging peptides”3:37–3:42
- “You're getting a much more comprehensive serum at half the price”3:49–3:53
- Source: Science-backed skincare dupes saving patients thousands - May 29, 2026
- “The Ordinary Argireline Solution 10% targets the appearance of dynamic facial lines”16:11–16:16
- “Oh is this considered like an eye care product?”16:19–16:21
- Source: 2025 @cosme Best of Beauty Awards Mid-Year Rankings - Sep 5, 2025
- “I would not tell you to spend a lot of money on this particular product and therefore this peptide is sold for a relatively cheap price and get it through The Ordinary”6:10–6:16
- “It does have these neurotransmitter inhibiting like effects, kind of like how Botox would work, and it's going to help to soften your expression lines, soften your muscle movement, and really give you a more polished look, but it's not long-lasting”6:20–6:23
- Source: Top 8 peptides for your skincare routine - Feb 7, 2026
- “They also have a separate 10% Argireline serum for $9.70”11:59–12:09
- Source: Do peptides actually work? Dermatologist reviews the proof - Jan 10, 2026
- “This is the best”
- “This makes my skin look better than that real expensive stuff”15:16–15:25
- “I use it morning and night”
- “It's just the most beautiful serum”14:50–14:54
- Source: Best of Beauty 2025: Favorite Products, Devices, Tips, and Rants - Dec 19, 2025
- “For a more all-in-one option, their multi-peptide serum has Matrixel 3000, Matrixel Synth 6, Arjirene, and Senique”12:22–12:28
- “It's also reasonably priced at $19.90”12:31–12:35
- Source: Do peptides actually work? Dermatologist reviews the proof - Jan 10, 2026
- “The downside here is the packaging”17:40–17:41
- “This actually would now not be allowed in the UK and EU”17:49–17:51
- “For me, it's a no for skin of color”
- Source: Best and worst anti-aging and anti-pigmentation serums on Nykaa - Sep 25, 2025
- “My skin would just get so aggravated”22:54–22:59
- “I don't think it's doing anything. And more of the time, it's just messing up my skin cuz I'm accidentally using a little bit too much”23:09–23:14
- Source: Panning makeup products this summer - Jun 27, 2026
- “Alpha Arbutin is actually a derivative of hydroquinone, but it's over the counter”7:56–8:08
- “I did use this for quite a while as well”
- Source: My PM Skincare Routine for Hyperpigmentation - Apr 18, 2026
- “This was a really effective serum for brightening the skin”5:06–5:13
- “Great if you have that uneven skin tone, post-acne marks, dark spots”5:11–5:16
- “Alpha arbutin is a tyrosinase inhibitor, so it helps prevent melanin formation”5:16–5:22
- “It is very comparable and similar to hydroquinone, but of course, alpha arbutin is more gentle and you can use this long-term without having to worry about removing it from your routine”5:32–5:40
- “Even if you just have dull-looking skin, alpha arbutin can also help to brighten the skin as well”6:00–6:07
- Source: 5 most underrated ordinary serums everyone forgot about (hidden gems you need!) - Apr 26, 2026
- “This is not only going to hydrate your skin, but it's also going to repair your skin as well, keeping it healthy and keeping it balanced”10:18–10:26
- “If your skin is ever compromised from tretinoin, it's very dry, it feels tight, you have redness due to inflammation, your skin is burning, it has that itch, use this”10:28–10:34
- “It's that pink serum. It's milky, it's thick, it's rich”11:00–11:04
- “The vitamin B12 is great for the dryness, and also great to reduce the look of facial redness, and it really does help with that”11:07–11:11
- “This is actually a cheaper alternative to NIOD Modulating Glucosides”11:25–11:33
- “If you haven't tried this, you're truly missing out”11:44–11:47
- “It just works so well to bring your skin back to that normal state”11:47–11:56
- Source: 6 best tretinoin pairings for anti-aging and skin repair - May 22, 2026
- “It's actually a creamy emulsion type of texture”8:37–8:44
- “You will feel there is a hydrating element, something that sinks in a little bit deeper into the skin to relieve it, but on top we've got creaminess that feels a tiny bit rich, moisturizing, but not very greasy”8:44–8:52
- “This is a very balancing type of serum, especially great for folks who are struggling with a tiny bit of dryness on their skin, maybe due to the irritation, combination skin”9:00–9:06
- “It also is meant to rebuild up a weak or damaged skin barrier”9:58–10:03
- “The Ordinary is great for redness, tightness as well as strengthening up your skin barrier in a creamy formula that is great to moisturize any dry areas on your skin”10:13–10:18
- “No matter your skin type or your budget, both are going to soothe burning and stinging on contact”10:23–10:30
- “This is also going to be your budget pick coming in at $17”16:02–16:06
- “Go for The Ordinary if you appreciate a little bit more moisture in this emulsion cream texture, and if you know you need some extra barrier support on top of it”
- Source: How to choose a soothing serum for your skin type - Jun 25, 2026
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- “If you got a oily skin like me, highly recommend”6:29–6:33
- “It controls oil, helps with pores, even brightens. Basically, a do-everything ingredient”6:31–6:39
- “It's that famous. The recognition and price, it's just a goat”6:46–6:50
- Source: Korean skincare must-haves: 5 products Koreans actually use - May 17, 2026
- “Niacinamide is amazing for brightening the skin, helping with pigmentation, also clearing out your pores”4:37–4:39
- “It helps prevent acne and calm down breakouts”4:41–4:44
- “It really helps with balancing out my tone and keeping my pores open and not clogged and causing me to break out”5:02–5:06
- Source: Budget-friendly skincare alternatives to expensive products - Nov 24, 2025
- “This is so underrated. It really is an amazing hydrating serum that works for all skin types”2:03–2:11
- “You can have the oiliest skin ever and you can also have the most parched, dry, flaky skin. This is truly going to work for both”2:08–2:17
- “It's so lightweight. It's never sticky or tacky on the skin”2:24–2:28
- “When you put this on your skin, it feels like you didn't even really put anything on your skin”2:26–2:29
- “It just gives more of that skin repair and I use it every day twice a day”2:34–2:40
- “It is very lightweight and it pairs up with everything”2:59–3:05
- “Pair this up with your active ingredients to keep your skin hydrated, to help prevent further irritation and dryness”3:03–3:07
- “You are going to absolutely love this. I guarantee it”3:15–3:20
- Source: 5 most underrated ordinary serums everyone forgot about (hidden gems you need!) - Apr 26, 2026
- “It is so affordable, yet so effective”
- “I've been talking about this serum for over 7 years and I can't get enough of it myself. I use this on an everyday basis”7:36–7:42
- “This is a really nice serum that is ultra lightweight. It's not sticky or tacky. It's not heavy. Perfect for all skin types”7:46–7:50
- “This really helps to keep the skin hydrated in those deeper layers of the skin. And it just keeps your skin looking radiant and healthy”8:40–8:47
- Source: 6 best tretinoin pairings for anti-aging and skin repair - May 22, 2026
- “I remember The Ordinary's Granactive Retinoid and how mind-blowing that was when it first came out”
- “I truly do credit them of being the reason why my skin is at a place where it can tolerate tretinoin well”7:49–7:53
- Source: Great skincare I no longer use and why - Apr 3, 2026
- “Their Matrixyl 10% plus HA serum cost just $10.90 for 30 ml and it contains Matrixyl 3000 and a different Matrixyl called Synth 6”11:50–11:59
- Source: Do peptides actually work? Dermatologist reviews the proof - Jan 10, 2026
- “Azelaic acid 10% really offers more calming and soothing benefits”7:12–7:19
- “This one is affordable, helps to target maybe helping with some uneven skin tone, dullness, but really has antioxidant benefits as well”7:30–7:36
- “Also has squalane and the 10% azelaic acid that may offer some barrier support along with glycerin”7:38–7:45
- Source: Skincare routine for sensitive and rosacea-prone skin by a dermatologist - May 1, 2025
- “Testing The Ordinary's growth factor GF 15% solution”7:58–8:04
- “There is some ingredient in this formula that slightly sensitizes my skin”8:04–8:09
- Source: 5 ingredients that healed my sensitive skin - May 21, 2025
- “This is definitely one that I would repurchase and I bought it for years”10:58–11:00
- “This is what I use to shave my face”10:59–11:03
- “I'll use it as my oil at the end of the night”11:02–11:05
- “I really, really, really, really, really like this stuff”11:03–11:06
- “The Ordinary is very affordable”11:06–11:09
- “This is what I would buy instead of that $60, $70 oil”11:08–11:12
- “Forever repurchase”
- Source: Beauty empties: what's worth your money and what's not - Dec 14, 2025
- “Two of my favorite lactic acid products are... the Ordinary lactic acid 10% plus HA”7:10–7:17
- Source: Budget friendly anti-aging skincare that actually works - Jun 12, 2026
- “Number one is it's fragrance-free, which I love”12:16–12:18
- “It's got coconut alkanes, which is why it's coming out quite oily. I don't think this is going to be ideal for people with acne”12:32–12:35
- “No other antioxidants in this product, and it's not in an airless pump”12:38–12:42
- “Actually for me I'd say it's not really worth your time or your money”12:44–12:46
- “It's one that I'd avoid”
- Source: Best & Worst Vitamin C for Skin of Colour - Mar 22, 2026
- “Pycnogenol does a really good job to brighten a dull complexion. It's best for skin radiance”9:17–9:22
- “It really helps to protect the skin as well from pollution”9:36–9:42
- “Antioxidants pair up really well with other types of antioxidants”8:57–9:02
- “The best way to use this is to mix a couple of drops in with your moisturizer”9:42–9:49
- “This is so good”
- Source: 5 most underrated ordinary serums everyone forgot about (hidden gems you need!) - Apr 26, 2026
- “Retinaldehyde, huge shout-out”6:52–6:56
- “To me, it's an incomparably better experience than using retinol, which I've always had problems with”6:57–7:01
- “If I wasn't using tretinoin, I would be using retinaldehyde, especially now that there are formulas that are strong enough that it could sort of match the same performance as tretinoin”7:03–7:09
- “I truly do credit them of being the reason why my skin is at a place where it can tolerate tretinoin well”7:16–7:23
- Source: Great skincare I no longer use and why - Apr 3, 2026
- “I have yet to find a formulation like this on the market that offers a 3% for each ingredient. This is very powerful and one of the most effective products from The Ordinary”10:44–10:50
- “This is more for anti-aging than anything, in my opinion. Yes, it's going to protect your skin and brighten, but it's more for softening and preventing fine lines and wrinkles”12:01–12:05
- “It does a very good job when you pair it up with Tretinoin and, of course, vitamin C”12:12–12:16
- “It could cause dryness. When I first started using this, I did experience quite a bit of dryness, but I was using it every day when I first started. So, then I had to drop it back and I had to use it a couple of days a week and then build a tolerance to it”12:20–12:24
- “This is really powerful, super effective”12:53–12:58
- Source: 5 most underrated ordinary serums everyone forgot about (hidden gems you need!) - Apr 26, 2026
- “Why does it smell so bad?”
- “It's like a lotion but neither does it hydrate your skin neither does it make you feel softer neither does it give a glow it's just basic”30:47–30:53
- “I didn't feel good after using this. In fact, after using this I stopped using body lotions for a while because of just how lame it felt to use”31:04–31:14
- “I don't like it. I won't pick it up again”31:19–31:25
- Source: 45+ beauty products emptied: what to buy and what to skip - Jun 20, 2026
- “It works”
- “Literally this whole bottle is 92% volufiline and then 1% another ingredient that I cannot pronounce which is just a targeted plumping ingredient as well I believe”16:07–16:13
- “This is just like the most bang for your buck”16:16–16:22
- “We have an option from The Ordinary that is going to save us money against everything with this crazy ingredient that we're seeing pop up left, right, center”16:26–16:29
- “This ingredient is amazing”16:32–16:35
- Source: 10 Drugstore Makeup Dupes - Apr 6, 2026
Brand note
The Ordinary is the brand you go to when you want active ingredients without the markup — straightforward, no-frills formulas that target specific skin concerns, and creators consistently mention the price as a major plus. The trade-off is that not everything works for everyone: the Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner is a versatile multi-purpose product (used on body, underarms, and face), but some found it ineffective or too high a concentration for certain skin tones.
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