Suero Exfoliante Facial con Ácido Láctico 5% + Ha 2% 30 ml - The Ordinary

Exfoliating Facial Serum with Lactic Acid - Lactic Acid 5% + HA 2% - 30 ml - The Ordinary

Lactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid that exfoliates the skin. This 5% formula offers avery gentle chemical exfoliationand it is fortified with a purified Tasmanian pepper bay with known effects in reducing inflammation signs and sensitivity often associated with exfoliation.

Also available in a higher concentration:Exfoliating Facial Serum with 10% Lactic Acid + 2% Hyaluronic Acid (HA) - 30 ml - The Ordinary

Don't you know all the benefits that exfoliation can bring to your skin? Would you like to know the different types of exfoliants and which one best suits you? Don't miss the entry to our blog where we explain everything.Benefits of ExfoliationYou will love it!

Active Ingredients:
-5% lactic acid: Belonging to the AHA family. Among its multiple properties. Improves skin elasticity, has depigmentating effects, acts as an exfoliant, stimulates natural collagen production...

-Tasmanian Pepper Salt(Lanceolata Tasmanian Berry): It is harvested in a wild state in the hills of Northern Tasmania. The Pepper Berry helps to minimize possible irritation and inflammation associated with the use of Lactic Acid.

-Hyaluronic acidHelps retain moisture and compensates for the exfoliating action of Lactic Acid. Hyaluronic Acid is one of the most effective weapons against aging. It helps maintain skin hydration as it has a great water retention capacity.

-Castor oilAn oil extracted from the seeds of a plant native to Africa with a high content in antioxidants, proteins, minerals, and vitamins. It is a powerful moisturizer and a great ally against skin aging.

-Acacia Senegal.: It is found in African territory, as well as in different parts of Asia, especially in the Near East.From this tree, a very important liquid known as gum arabic is obtained, used in traditional medicine to relieve or cure skin irritation, and in the case of the bark, it is used to treat eczema.

-propanediol: A 100% natural active ingredient approved by Ecocert that is obtained from sugar cane.It is the natural and biodegradable alternative to glycols derived from petroleum.It has great moisturizing power, its ability to retain water is excellent.Its sensory properties on the skin are very good, reducing irritations.

Texture:It has a light consistency but is not too watery, so it doesn't run easily when you apply it. Give it time to absorb. It's a very light caramel-colored cloudy liquid.

ConservationStore in a cool and dry place, avoiding sunlight exposure. Even the fridge is a good option.

ObjectiveUneven tone, irregularities, lack of luminosity, dehydration, small spots, marks, and surface wrinkles.

Contraindications: Lactic acid should not be used on very sensitive, delicate skin or with open wounds.

Conflict: None.

Indicated for: all types of skins / especially dry / dehydrated / mature skins / with lack of luminosity, wrinkles, and with superficial spots.

Instructions for useApply it in your nighttime routine, first clean your face with your cleanser and then apply the toner or hydrosol. Next, apply the exfoliating serum in the form of a mask, that is, avoiding the eye and lip area. It's not necessary to apply a large amount; a thin layer covering the entire face is sufficient. You let it dry and if you want, you can put on a moisturizing serum or your usual cream on top or let it act alone.It's not clear!Leave it on all night, you won't notice or stain anything. The next morning, rinse your face with warm-cold water carefully making sure not to get it in your eyes, and that's it, you can continue with your routine. Don't forget to apply sunscreen.

It is not necessary to use it every night., maybe at firstYou can start with two or three nights a week.This way we let the skin regenerate. You can dilute it with other treatments to reduce its intensity until your skin develops tolerance.

ImportantIt's normal for you to feel a bit itchy and experience some kind of tingling sensation at first. It's normal, it's an acid and its pH is more acidic than our skin's. This sensation should last a few seconds until the skin gets used to it. Otherwise, if the itch continues and becomes unpleasant, remove immediately with plenty of water. We recommend that during the first acid application, asensitivity testBy applying a little of the product on the temple or neck and letting it act for 24 - 48 hours to see how the skin reacts.

Sunburn prevention alertThis product contains an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that can increase skin sensitivity to the sun and, especially, the possibility of sunburns.Use sunscreen, protective clothing, and limit sun exposure during the use of this product and during the following week.

If you want to know more about which sunscreen is best for you, visit our blog post.What is the best Sunscreen? where we explain it to you in an easy and simple way.

Composition: Aqua (water), lactic acid, glycerin, pentylene glycol, triethanolamine, sodium hyaluronate cross-polymer, Tasmannia Lanceolata fruit/leaf extract, arginine, potassium citrate, Senegal acacia gum, xanthan gum, trisodium ethyldiamine disuccinate, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Ethyl 2,2-dimethylhydrosyphenol, hydrogenated castor oil PEG-40, ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, caprylyl glycol.

Contains30ml.

Cruelty-free - Not tested on animals - Without Parabens - Without Sulfates - Sand phthalates -Without Mineral Oils -Free of Animal Oils - Free of MEthylchloroisothiazolinone - Without Methylisothiazolinone - Without Benzalconium Chloride - Without Tar Dyes - Without Formaldehyde - Without Mercury or Oxibenzona - Without Alcohol - Without Gluten - Without Silicones - Without Synthetic Fragrances - Vegan.