The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% 30ml

The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% gently resurfaces to reveal brighter, smoother-looking skin with added hydration and improved clarity.

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Refines uneven texture for a fresher, polished complexion

Visibly boosts radiance and helps fade dull, tired-looking skin

Supports a healthy moisture barrier while exfoliating

Helps soften the look of fine lines and congestion

Layers well under serums and moisturizers without heaviness

About this product

The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% gently resurfaces to reveal brighter, smoother-looking skin with added hydration and improved clarity.

How to Use

A simple daily ritual

1
PM: After cleansing, apply 2–3 drops to clean, dry skin.
2
Smooth over face and neck, avoiding the eye area and any compromised skin.
3
Allow to absorb, then follow with a gentle moisturizer.
4
Start 3x weekly; increase to nightly as tolerated.
5
Use sunscreen every morning while using AHA products.

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Lactic Acid 5%, Tasmanian Pepperberry, Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin
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Customer Reviews

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· Mar 3, 2025Verified Buyer
Super smooth and breakout free
I’ve been using this for a couple of weeks and it’s been a godsend. My skin needed a slightly stronger exfoliater after getting used to their mandelic acid. I’m more dry now that it’s winter and this has helped take all the gunk off my skin. This works well with the other products I have in my routine that also contain lactic acid (not as high concentration of course) and I haven’t had any sensitivity issues. If you have sensitive skin, try mandelic first before going up to lactic 5% - 10%.
— Jen389
· Aug 19, 2024
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Initially when using this product I didn't see much of a difference and was planning on returning it but after using it for longer about 2 months now I started seeing a difference in my acne. I started slowly trusting it and using it once every night and started seeing some results. My acne scars started disappearing and my dark spots started going away.
— AR
· Jul 23, 2024Verified Buyer
This lactic acid...
This lactic acid is such a game changer for me! I have rosacea and have been struggling with the associated bumps for a long long time. I have a prescription cream that helps quite a lot, but I still felt insecure about my skin texture. Plus, most acids (including hyaluronic) very much inflame my rosacea. However, I took a chance on the lactic acid because I felt incredibly desperate for my skin to be somewhat smooth... And, OMG! My forehead is smooth for the first time in, like, maybe my whole teenage/adult life? Plus, I've been using the lactic acid for many months now, and my skin still looks great!
— ED
· Jun 25, 2024Verified Buyer
This is my...
This is my first direct acid, so I wanted to take baby steps. I think this one is so weak, though, that I don't notice any difference! I have been using it on my face and the backs of my arms at night for over a week and haven't noticed any changes. I will keep trying for now, but I may need a step up!
— EA