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84% would recommend
Why we ranked it No. 56 in skincare
Sample
225 redditors with explicit opinion · 21 positive · 4 negative · 0 neutral
Score0.550 — formula: 0.75 × % positive + 0.25 × pos/neg ratio
Confidence95% CI: 65–94% · the true approval rate falls in this range with 95% statistical confidence
Verdict
Polarizing — Threshold-based label from our methodology.
Sources
r/SkincareAddiction, r/30PlusSkinCare, r/acne, r/SkincareAddicts, r/Sephora + 4 more
The Ordinary · skincare
Polarizing
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5
r/SkincareAddictionr/30PlusSkinCarer/acner/SkincareAddictsr/Sephorar/tretinoin
TL;DR — Reddit consensus
A hyaluronic acid serum that hydrates dehydrated skin noticeably within weeks. Limited reviews make it hard to assess cons or who it works best for.
What redditors love
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Visibly improves dehydrated skin within 24 days
“I cannot believe the difference from 24 days ago thanks to asking for advice! I didn't realize just how dehydrated my face was”
u/weddingaccount060417
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Works consistently over extended use
“I have been using The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid for a while now and it works great!”
u/FarAct5451
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Pairs well with other moisturizers and toners
“you use Milky toner from Paula's choice and The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid2% + B5 every morning and every night”
u/Otherwise-Mind548
Direct quotes
What 24 redditors actually said.
Top 4 by confidence shown — expand below for the rest. Click any to open the original on Reddit.
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u/Positive_Shirt_2889
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r/AusSkincare
Embryolisse moisturiser, the ordinary hyaluronic acid and I know it’s trendy but the Merit serum actually does work - these are the holy grail in my routine
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u/netenfaispas
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r/SkincareAddiction
of Tretinoin on my face and neck. Spray face with La Roche-Posay thermal water After that dries, I use The Ordinary hyaluronic acid and immediately follow with Cetaphil moisturizing cream (the thick kind in the tub) I almost gave up on the Tretinoin because the purging phase was
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u/bouloo
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r/30PlusSkinCare
using Liz Earle hot and polish cleanser as I’ve always liked her stuff. AM: Paula’s Choice BHA exfoliant, The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide serums. Under the eye is just whatever cream I’m trying next as nothing seems to help with moisture or brightening, so currently
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u/twistedturtlez
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r/Sephora
ephora, the Inkey List or The Ordinary has some more affordable skincare items. The Ordinary hyaluronic acid and the toner are my holy grails. I think per transaction you can get 3 items f
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"actives at first. CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser works well for combo skin, and The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid + B5 is great for dehydration. Focus on hydration first, then slowly add treatm"
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"like a baby’s.
So yeah, cannot really give a strong opinion.
WNRP 6.5/10
3) The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid Serum
I use it mainly under my eyes before I sleep and also on my lips. I know"
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"Routine: AM: wash with water, Findive Vit C serum (not dedicated to this brand, I got it for free), The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid, The Ordinary Squalane, La Roche Posay Anthelios sunscreen. PM: CeraVe cleanser, The Ord…"
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"of Tretinoin on my face and neck. Spray face with La Roche-Posay thermal water After that dries, I use The Ordinary hyaluronic acid and immediately follow with Cetaphil moisturizing cream (the thick kind in the tub) I…"
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"and boost hydration. But here is my current routine: AM: Prequel gleanser, Anua heartleaf toner, The Ordinary essence, The Ordinary hyaluronic acid, Peach and Lily glass skin serum, The Ordinary SPF serum, Peach and L…"
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"and other tips would be greatly appreciated. Im using cerave hydrating oil cleanser, cerave acne cleanser, hyaluronic acid serum, Azelaic Acid cream, glycolic acid and the ordinary brand moisturizer. I'm also looking …"
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"now. La roche posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Face Cleanser for Dry Skin Milky toner from Paula’s choice The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Hydrating Serum with Ceramides Then at night for moisturizer I’m using CAL…"
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"using Liz Earle hot and polish cleanser as I’ve always liked her stuff. AM: Paula’s Choice BHA exfoliant, The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide serums. Under the eye is just whatever cream I’m trying next as no…"
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"Don’t dry it out. Hydrate it. Ditch anything with fragrance. Add Hyaluronic acid (I like the ordinary) morning and night. And niacinamide."
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"I personally love The Ordinary hyaluronic acid, but have started to use the Good Molecules one instead. Another one to add to your list to try!"
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"It's the ordinary hyaluronic acid and/or niacinamide! I have the same problem and know other people that do too"
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"in the shower. Don’t put anything scented in that area (perfumes, lotion, body wash). Use a drop or two of hyaluronic acid and a drop or two of niacinamide after the shower. The ordinary makes these both for an afford…"
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"helped me was taking birth control. Not only did it help with my shityy periods but my acne too. I also use The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide serums. I wash my face daily with Cerave Acne Foaming Cream clea…"
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"it’s improved so much. Use BHA once a week. My current routine involves: - Cetaphil daily facial cleanser - The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid on damp skin - The Ordinary Niacinamide - Nivea Night Cream (blue bottle) Good l…"
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"back its efficacy up) but could probably be replicated with a simple marine extract serum like the one from the ordinary. Total cost of Nivea + The Ordinary Marine Hyaluronics, something like $20 tops."
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"Ok here it is! Cleanse with water, itk Milky Hydrating Toner, dampen skin with water, itk Hyaluronic Acid Serum, The Ordinary Zinc + Niacinamide serum, Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Bakuchiol Eye Cream, Cetaphil in the t…"
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The conversations we're watching.
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r/Sephora
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r/SkincareAddiction
Product Question Thayers Milky Toner Hyaluronic
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r/SkincareAddiction
Routine Help Azelaic
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r/SkincareAddiction
r/SkincareAddiction
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r/tretinoin
1 Month Of Tretinoin Oral Doxycycline
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r/40PlusSkinCare
What Is Going On With My Skin
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r/SkincareAddictionUK
Bad Skin Reaction Facial Flushing Stinging And
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r/SkincareAddiction
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