The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toner

The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution

A powerful exfoliating toner that removes dead skin cells, brightens dull complexion, and improves overall skin texture. Formulated with 7% glycolic acid, this toner gently resurfaces skin to reveal a smoother, more radiant appearance. Enhanced with amino acids, aloe vera, ginseng, and Tasmanian pepperberry to soothe and condition skin.

Key Benefits

1. Exfoliates dead skin cells for smoother texture
2. Brightens dull, tired-looking skin
3. Evens out skin tone and reduces hyperpigmentation
4. Minimizes the appearance of pores
5. Improves product absorption for serums
6. Enhances overall skin radiance and glow
7. Reduces fine lines and rough texture
8. Contains soothing botanicals to calm skin

How to Use

Use in PM routine only (increases sun sensitivity). Apply to clean, dry skin after cleansing. Soak a cotton pad with toner and swipe across face and neck, avoiding eye area. Do not rinse off. Wait 3-5 minutes before applying next product. Follow with serums and moisturizer. Always use SPF 30+ in the morning. Beginners: Start 2-3 times per week. Experienced: Can use daily. Alternate with retinol. Pro Tip: Start slowly to build tolerance and skip if using retinol that night.

Best For

1. Normal to oily skin
2. Combination skin
3. Dull, lackluster skin
4. Uneven skin tone
5. Textured or rough skin
6. Enlarged pores
7. Sun-damaged skin
8. Aging skin with fine lines
9. Not recommended for very sensitive skin or those new to acids

Key Ingredients

1. Glycolic Acid 7% to exfoliate dead skin cells, brighten tone, and improve texture while promoting collagen production
2. Amino Acids, Aloe Vera, and Ginseng as soothing agents to calm and nourish skin during exfoliation
3. Tasmanian Pepperberry to reduce irritation and inflammation

Skincare Routine Step

Step 2 - Exfoliating Toner (PM ONLY). Evening: After cleanser, apply toner, wait 3-5 minutes, then apply hydrating serums, treatment serums, moisturizer, and optional face oil. Morning: Use regular hydrating toner (not this), vitamin C, serums, moisturizer, and SPF 30+ (mandatory).

Use This With

1. The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (after toner)
2. The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% (after toner)
3. The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors (seal in)
4. Sunscreen in AM (non-negotiable)
5. Retinol on alternate nights only
6. Vitamin C in AM instead
7. Never mix with other acids, retinol same night, or physical exfoliants
8. Weekly rotation: Glycolic Acid Mon/Wed/Fri, Retinol Tue/Thu/Sat, Recovery Sunday