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The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2%

The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2%

hyaluronic acid

CosmeticThe Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2%
Reviewed by Dr. Younghun Cho
88/100
Excellent

Reviewed by Dr. Younghun Cho, PharmD

This product scores very high for its exceptional value and effectiveness as a simple hydrator, docked only slightly because it requires proper application to work best.

Pharmacist's Verdict

This is a highly effective and incredibly affordable hydrating serum that's a great addition to almost any skincare routine, but it must be used correctly on damp skin to work properly.

Ingredient Analysis

Sodium Hyaluronate

Details pending pharmacist review.

Panthenol (Vitamin B5)

Details pending pharmacist review.

Ahnfeltia Concinna Extract

Details pending pharmacist review.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Provides excellent surface hydration, making skin look and feel plump and smooth.
  • Extremely budget-friendly, offering great value for the price.
  • Simple, fragrance-free formula is suitable for most skin types, including sensitive skin.
  • Features multiple forms of hyaluronic acid to hydrate different layers of the skin.

Cons

  • Can feel sticky or tacky on the skin, especially if too much is applied.
  • Must be applied to damp skin and followed by a moisturizer to be effective; otherwise, it can dry out the skin.
  • It's a hydrator, not a complete moisturizer, so it won't be enough on its own for dry skin types.
  • While it plumps fine lines, it won't permanently erase deeper wrinkles as sometimes hyped.

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    The Role of Hyaluronic Acid for Soft Tissue Indications: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

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    Interdental papilla reconstruction: a systematic review.

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