This concentrated solution includes Amino Acids and Amino Acid derivatives creating a combined total concentration of 17% (by weight). This resembles the composition of Amino Acids found in the skin’s own Natural Moisturising Factors and provides enhanced barrier support, elasticity, osmotic balance, and desquamation. The formulation also includes a 5% (by weight) concentration of D-Panthenol which is a pro-vitamin of Vitamin B5 to provide surface and below-surface hydration while aiding in skin repair and anti-irritant functions.

Amino Acids + B5 offers non-greasy hydration support for the maintenance of healthy, functioning skin. It may cause a temporary tingling sensation upon application. If desired, the formula can be mixed with other serums or creams upon application to reduce its strength.

Ingredients

Aqua (Water), Propanediol, Betaine, Sodium Pca, Panthenol, Sodium Lactate, Arginine, Pca, Aspartic Acid, Glycine, Alanine, Serine, Threonine, Valine, Proline, Isoleucine, Lysine Hcl, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Glutamic Acid, Citric Acid, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Polysorbate 20, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol.

How To Use

Apply a small amount of the product onto a clean area of skin on the upper forearm.

Keep the area dry.

If the product has a specified duration of use, rinse off after this time has elapsed. Otherwise, rinse off after 24 hours.

If any redness, burning, itching, blistering, or irritation is observed at any time throughout the test, do not use the product.

Apply a few drops to face in the AM and PM before creams. A tingling sensation can be expected after application. If the sensation is too strong to tolerate, the formula can be mixed with other creams or serums of your preference before each application to reduce the strength. If irritation occurs, cease use and consult a physician. Use only as directed on unbroken skin. Patch testing prior to use is advised. Keep out of reach of children.

Patch tests are an easy way to help predict if you may experience a negative initial reaction to a new product. It is recommended to perform a patch test before incorporating any new product into your regimen. We have outlined a general method for conducting your own patch test below based on the product type.

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We have recently received a notice from DECIEM regarding a few changes in packaging & labelling of The Ordinary. As DECIEM Korea is the only office in Asia Pacific, some labels on their popular products will be printed in Korean. However, kindly rest assured that an English version will also be included (on the other side).

Change in Labelling

Some of our products which we import from DECIEM Korea will have changes in their packaging containing information  like ingredients and use direction. One side of the box will be printed in Korean language, while the other side will remain in  English (as shown in the image below).

Both the products on the left in the two photos above are the old version, while the products on the right are the new version imported from DECIEM Korea from now onward. 

The following products may be impacted:

1.   Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% (30ml) 
2.   Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA (30ml)
3.   Buffet (30ml)
4.   Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (30ml)
5.   100% Organic Cold-Pressed Rose Hip Seed Oil (30ml)
6.   Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG (30ml)
7.   Glycolic Acid 7% toning solution (240ml)
8.   Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate 10% (30ml)
9.   High-Adherence Silicone Primer (30ml)
10.   Natural Moisturizing factors + HA (100ml)