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The Ordinary 100% L-Ascorbic Acid Powder 20g 2018
Product Description
Vitamin C is an effective antioxidant that brightens the skin tone and reduces the appearance of signs of aging.
The Ordinary 100% L-Ascorbic Acid Powder offers a very fine L-Ascorbic Acid powder that visibly targets the appearance of uneven skin tone, dullness, and signs of aging and is formulated to be mixed with other treatments (except those containing Niacinamide or EUK 134).
The format of this formula is a suspension of very fine L-Ascorbic Acid powder and, as such, provides the most direct exposure of extremely high concentrations of Vitamin C topically. With such format, a very strong tingling but non-irritating sensation is expected during the first 1-2 weeks of use until the skin's tolerance to such high exposure is elevated.
If topical Vitamin C is used as part of skincare, it should be applied at alternate times with EUK 134 or Niacinamide (ideally Vitamin C in the PM and EUK 134/Niacinamide in the AM). Otherwise, EUK 134/Niacinamide can affect the integrity of pure-form Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid).
This formula is water-free, alcohol-free, nut-free, gluten-free and vegan.
The Ordinary 100% L-Ascorbic Acid Powder offers a very fine L-Ascorbic Acid powder that visibly targets the appearance of uneven skin tone, dullness, and signs of aging and is formulated to be mixed with other treatments (except those containing Niacinamide or EUK 134).
The format of this formula is a suspension of very fine L-Ascorbic Acid powder and, as such, provides the most direct exposure of extremely high concentrations of Vitamin C topically. With such format, a very strong tingling but non-irritating sensation is expected during the first 1-2 weeks of use until the skin's tolerance to such high exposure is elevated.
If topical Vitamin C is used as part of skincare, it should be applied at alternate times with EUK 134 or Niacinamide (ideally Vitamin C in the PM and EUK 134/Niacinamide in the AM). Otherwise, EUK 134/Niacinamide can affect the integrity of pure-form Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid).
This formula is water-free, alcohol-free, nut-free, gluten-free and vegan.
Directions
Mix a small amount with other treatments in the palm of your hand and apply to face in the AM or the PM. A tingling sensation can be expected after application. Do not mix with formulations containing Niacinamide or EUK 134.
Ingredients
Ascorbic Acid.
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Rated 3 out of
5
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Sue from
Good product, bad package.
I forgot why got rid of this product years ago and bought another one recently. I love that it doesn’t lose potency like liquid products. However, there is no way to measure this product accurately and the first time I used it I used a quarter spoon and burned my face, which is still peeling a week later. So I threw it out again. If you could come up with a good delivery system I would use it all the time.
Date published: 2024-08-16
Rated 5 out of
5
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Plant_Lady from
Does anyone else smell like wet pennies/eggs?
I had been using tis for YEARS!! This is a game changer and booster. I used to add it to my Glycolic Acid Toner from the Ordinary, but now I add it to my BHA Liquid Exfoliant by Paulas Choice and it’s a slam dunk lol…My only hang up.. Why does this stuff make my hands smell like eggs 😭? It’s to a point where it makes me nauseous.. its there a way around this??
Date published: 2024-07-31
Rated 3 out of
5
by
SM from
Will stain clothes!!
This will stain your clothes!! I wish there was a better warning about that. I ruined many towels, pjs and bed sheets before I realized. Over time it causes a dark yellow/brown stain to form on fabrics. I even notice it stains my hands a bit as well.
I mix this with a moisturizer daily. I like the product, but it does have a weird smell. Overall I think there are probably better products out there that will give you the same benefits without the annoyance of staining and smelling weird.
Date published: 2024-07-27
Rated 4 out of
5
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da_markz from
Works well but sticky
I truly do love this product, I’ve been using it for quite a while now however I have noticed that when you put the powder it and then apply it onto your face it’s a bit sticky. Apart from that the product does it job very well and has started to fade my acne and post hyperpigmentation.
Date published: 2024-06-04
Rated 5 out of
5
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Jen from
Is because you don’t know how to use it
I have been using this for 5y and counting. is great when iyou mix one small scoop with Revastorol 3% Ferulic acid 3%
Date published: 2024-05-06
Rated 3 out of
5
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Leah from
Have not tested yet
Mine did not come with a scoop as the saleswoman said it would and other reviews have discussed. Unclear how to measure how much to use due to not having a scoop.
Date published: 2024-04-29
Rated 2 out of
5
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Sisi from
Like fake tan -AWFUL
I have been using this product for years. It does the job very well, except that it turns your face orange/fake tan color. I was wondering for years why i look tanned, although I wear my sunscreen every single day. So, a few days ago, I read an article stating that cosmetics with Vit c can create that awful color on the face. Deciem, what do you think about that?
PS. Same effect with Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2%
Date published: 2024-04-15
Rated 5 out of
5
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Farzana from
Assistance required
Hi. So far my experience is fine but I am writing here to make the experience an excellent one. Mixing the LAAP has resulted in small pimples, mixing it with HA has been ok.
I recently bought NIOD Survival 0. I was wondering if LAAP can be mixed with NIOD Survival 0 ?
Will it enhance the effectiveness ? Any drawbacks ? Any tips for a better experience ?
Note: I know about precautions regarding using LAAP & am trying to follow them meticulously :-)
Date published: 2024-04-08
Can I mix this powder with the ordinary Alpha arbutin2% + HA?
Hi, please send your query to care@feelunique.com. Thanks
Date published: 2020-09-01
can I mix this with my DHC Coenzyme Q10 moisture gel in AM and Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate Solution 20% in Vitamin F in PM. I have Granactive Retinoid 2% in Squalane and Lactic Acid 5% + HA. Please advice which I can use and when with Buffet copper peptide
Hey there,
For products that aren’t from The Ordinary unfortunately we won’t be able to advise on whether it’s safe to mix their Q10 moisturiser with any of their products as they haven’t been tested for this.
We would also recommend the below options for you:
AM:
Buffet + Copper Peptides
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate 20% *if desired*
PM 1:
Buffet * copper peptides
Granactive Retinoid 2% in Squalane
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate 20%
PM 2:
Lactic acid 5%
Granactive Retinoid 2% in Squalane
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Hope this helps!
Many thanks Katie, Beauty Expert.
Date published: 2021-04-26
Hi, I notice the comments re not mixing it with Odrinary Buffet. I currently mix it with Clinique for Men Hydrator. However, i have been applying this over Buffet serum am and pm. Is it ok as long as I'm not physically mixing the powder with Buffet?
Hi there,
Thanks for reaching out to us.
The brand advises the following:
"For the The Ordinary 100% L-Ascorbic Acid Powder, we would advise not using it in the same routine as the The Ordinary 'Buffet' for best results, so I’d recommended not using it in the AM.
For best results we’d recommend using the The Ordinary 'Buffet' in the AM and then the powder mixed with the moisturiser in the PM."
I hope this helps!
Thanks,
Chloe - Beauty Expert
Date published: 2019-04-23
Hi, am wondering why this and any other of the vit c products from the ordinary can not be mixed with peptides ie buffet and matrixly? As there are loads of single products on the market with both in them. Cant seem to find an answer anywhere. Thanks
Hi there,
The reason The Ordinary suggest to alternate pure and ethylated forms of vitamin C with peptides is that the acidic nature of the vitamin C can hydrolyse (break down) the peptides and thereby compromising their efficacy.
With regards to other brands, they can't officially comment on other products, but from theirknowledge they would imagine that other products that combine the two perhaps use a derivative of vitamin C (which do not break down peptides) instead of pure vitamin C. The way to check this would be to look on the ingredients list. If it lists "ascorbic acid" then it is pure vitamin C, and if it is something like sodium ascorbate, ascorbyl glucoside or magnesium ascorbyl phosphate then it will be a derivative.
Hope this helps!
Thanks Katie, Beauty Expert
Date published: 2022-09-09
What "other treatments" can this product be mixed with?
Hi there,
The Ordinary 100% L-Ascorbic Acid Powder, it can be mixed with most water-based serums or moisturisers from The Ordinary. The ones the customer should definitely avoid would be the following:
Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
Buffet
Buffet + Copper Peptides 1%
Matrixyl 10% + HA
Argireline Solution 10%
We would also advise against mixing it with any of our direct acids or retinoid products unless your skin is super hyper non-sensitive!
The Ordinary highly recommend the Natural Moisturising Factors + HA or the Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5. They could also use an oil, although the powder will not dissolve in oil and so therefore may feel slightly gritty!
Hope this helps.
Thanks Katie, Beauty Expert.
Date published: 2022-09-09
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