The Ordinary Lactic Acid 10%+HA 30ml

Description

• Lactic Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid that exfoliates the skin.
• This 10% formulation offers mild exfoliation and is supported with a purified Tasmanian pepperberry known to reduce signs of inflammation and sensitivity that is often associated with exfoliation.
• This formula contains a studied Tasmanian Pepperberry derivative to help reduce irritation associated with acid use.
• This derivative is of plant origin and varies in colour seasonally and this colour variation may be apparent in the formula from time to time.
• Contraindications: Lactic Acid should not be used on sensitive, peeling or compromised skin.
• Please refer to additional sun protection note and other warnings in provided Directions.
• This pH of this formula is approximately 3.8. Lactic Acid has a pKa of 3.8 and pKa is the most important aspect to consider in formulating with acids.
• pKa implies acid availability.
• When pKa is close to pH, there is an ideal balance between salt and acidity, maximizing effectiveness of the acid and reducing irritation.
• Higher pH numbers in such a case would increase salt which counter-intuitively would make the formula even more irritating than if the formula was more acidic.

How to use

• Apply once per day, ideally in the PM.
• Can be diluted with other treatments to reduce strength until skin develops tolerance.
• Avoid contact with eyes.
• Contact of the product with the skin must be of limited frequency or duration.
• If irritation occurs, cease use and consult a physician.
• Use only as directed on unbroken skin.
• Patch testing prior to use is advised.
• Refer to our in-depth guide to patch testing.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Sunburn Alert: This product contains an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that may increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn.
• Use a sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards.

Ingredients

• Aqua (Water), Lactic Acid, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Isoceteth-20, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol.

Specs

• Brand : The Ordinary
• Capacity : 30ml
• Target Area : Face
• Skin Type : All Skin Types
• Condition : 100% Brand-new with original box
• Country of origin : Republic of Korea