We have developed this guide to offer suggestions on how to combine
multiple formulations from The Ordinary in a single regimen. In general
terms, water formulations should be applied before oil formulations and
we recommend using a maximum of three serum formulations in a single
regimen.
The table below offers a summary on how our formulations can be combined
into a regimen:
Use in the AM
Use in the PM
For Eyes
Avoid Contact with Eyes
UV Protection Recommended
Take a look at our Regimen Builder
Select a regimen:
Signs of Aging
A.M.
P.M.
Signs of Congestion
A.M.
P.M.
Always avoid unprotected solar exposure. Patch testing prior to use is advised. Refer to our in-depth guide to patch testing
Antioxidant Support
A.M.
P.M.
Hydration Support
A.M.
P.M.
Always avoid unprotected solar exposure. Patch testing prior to use is advised. Refer to our in-depth guide to patch testing
Simplistic Regimen
A.M.
P.M.
The Clear & Soothe Regimen
A.M. Routine
P.M. Routine
The Clear & Hydrate Regimen
A.M. Routine
P.M. Routine
The Acne Set Regimen
A.M. Routine
P.M. Routine
Product | Targets | Format | Regimen Step | Conflicts | Time of Use |
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EUK 134 0.1% View product |
Antioxidant Support, Dullness | Anhydrous Serum | Use after cleansing and water-based serums, before oils, suspensions or creams. | Copper Peptides, Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, Resveratrol & Ferulic Acid | AM & PM |
Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3% View product |
Antioxidant Support, Dullness | Anhydrous Serum | Use after cleansing and water-based serums, before oils, suspensions or creams. | Copper Peptides, Peptides, EUK 134 0.1% | AM & PM |
Pycnogenol 5% View product |
Antioxidant Support, Dullness | Anhydrous Serum | Use after cleansing and water-based serums, before oils, suspensions or creams. | Copper Peptides | AM & PM |
Product | Targets | Format | Regimen Step | Conflicts | Time of Use |
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Squalane Cleanser View product |
Cleansing, Makeup Removal, Dryness | Emulsion | Use as the first step of your skincare routine as a cleanser. | - | AM & PM |
Glucoside Foaming Cleanser View product |
Cleansing | Water-based Gel | Use as the first step of your skincare routine as a cleanser. | - | AM & PM |
Glycolipid Cream Cleanser View product |
Cleansing | Emulsion | Use as the first step of your skincare routine as a cleanser. | - | AM & PM |
Product | Targets | Format | Regimen Step | Conflicts | Time of Use |
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AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution View product |
Dullness, Textural Irregularities, Uneven Skin Tone | Water-Based Serum | Use as a face masque and rinse off after cleansing, but before serums, oils, suspensions or creams. |
Copper Peptides, EUK 134 0.1%, Peptides, 100% Niacinamide Powder Alternate use with other Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, Retinoids |
1-2 times a week, Ideally PM |
Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% View product |
Uneven Skin Tone, Look of Redness, Textural Irregularities, Dullness | Suspension | Use after cleansing and water-based serums, before oils, suspensions or creams. |
Copper Peptides, EUK 134 0.1%, Peptides, 100% Niacinamide Powder
Alternate use with other Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, Retinoids |
Ideally PM |
Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution View product |
Dullness, Uneven Tone, Textural Irregularities | Water-Based Serum | After cleansing, before serums |
Copper Peptides, EUK 134 0.1%, Peptides, 100% Niacinamide Powder
Alternate use with other Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, Retinoids |
Ideally PM |
Lactic Acid 5% + HA View product |
Uneven tone, Textural Irregularities, Fine Lines | Water-Based Serum | Before Oils/Creams |
Copper Peptides, EUK 134 0.1%, Peptides, 100% Niacinamide Powder
Alternate use with other Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, Retinoids |
Ideally PM |
Lactic Acid 10% + HA View product |
Uneven tone, Textural Irregularities, Fine Lines | Water-Based Serum | Before Oils/Creams |
Copper Peptides, EUK 134 0.1%, Peptides, 100% Niacinamide Powder
Alternate use with other Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, Retinoids |
Ideally PM |
Mandelic Acid 10% + HA View product |
Dullness, Uneven Tone, Textural irregularities | Water-Based Serum | Before Oils/Creams |
Copper Peptides, EUK 134 0.1%, Peptides, 100% Niacinamide Powder
Alternate use with other Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, Retinoids |
Ideally PM |
Salicylic Acid 2% Masque View product |
Lackluster Tone, Textural Irregularities | Paste-like | Use as a masque and rinse off |
Copper Peptides, EUK 134 0.1%, Peptides, 100% Niacinamide Powder
Alternate use with other Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, Retinoids |
1-2 times a week, Ideally PM |
Salicylic Acid 2% Solution View product |
Lackluster Tone, Appearance of Blemishes | Water-Based Serum | After cleansing, before creams |
Copper Peptides, EUK 134 0.1%, Peptides, 100% Niacinamide Powder
Alternate use with other Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, Retinoids |
PM |
Salicylic Acid 2% Anhydrous Solution View product |
Lackluster Tone, Appearance of Blemishes | Anhydrous Serum | Before Oils/Creams |
Copper Peptides, EUK 134 0.1%, Peptides, 100% Niacinamide Powder
Alternate use with other Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, Retinoids |
AM & PM |
Product | Targets | Format | Regimen Step | Conflicts | Time of Use |
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Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density View product |
Visible hair thickness, density & fullness | Water-Based Serum | Apply a few drops, or as needed, and massage into clean, dry scalp thoroughly. This formula is a leave on/in treatment. | - | PM |
Sulphate 4% Cleanser for Body and Hair View product |
Cleansing | - | Work the cleanser into wet hair and/or body. Rinse. | - | AM & PM |
Behentrimonium Chloride 2% Conditioner View product |
Conditioning, Smoothing | - | Work the conditioner into wet hair. Rinse. | - | AM & PM |
Product | Targets | Format | Regimen Step | Conflicts | Time of Use |
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"B" Oil View product |
Dehydration, Signs of Irritation, Uneven Tone, Antioxidant Support, Supports Healthy Skin | Oil | After Water-Based Serums | - | AM & PM |
100% Organic Cold-Pressed Borage Seed Oil View product |
Redness, Sensitivity, Inflammation, Dehydration, Supports Healthy Skin | Oil | After Water-Based Serums | - | AM & PM |
100% Organic Cold-Pressed Moroccan Argan Oil View product |
Dehydration | Oil | After Water-Based Serums | - | Ideally PM |
100% Organic Cold-Pressed Rose Hip Seed Oil View product |
Dehydration, Dullness, Signs of Aging | Oil | After Water-Based Serums | - | Ideally PM |
100% Organic Virgin Chia Seed Oil View product |
Supports Healthy Skin | Oil | After Water-Based Serums | - | AM & PM |
100% Cold-Pressed Virgin Marula Oil View product |
Supports Healthy Hair, Tames Hair Frizz, Uneven Tone, Dehydration, Supports Healthy Skin, Antioxidant support | Oil | After Water-Based Serums | - | AM & PM |
100% Organic Virgin Sea-Buckthorn Fruit Oil View product |
Dehydration, Signs of Aging, Inflammation, Antioxidant Support, Supports Healthy Skin | Oil | After Water-Based Serums - Mix with other treatments | - | Ideally PM |
100% Plant-Derived Squalane View product |
Dehydration | Pure Molecule | After Water-Based Serums | - | AM & PM |
Amino Acids + B5 View product |
Hydration, Skin Repair, Supports Healthy Skin | Water-Based Serum | Before Oils/Creams | - | AM & PM |
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 View product |
Hydration, Skin Repair | Water-Based Serum | Before Oils/Creams | - | AM & PM |
Marine Hyaluronics View product |
Hydration, Skin repair | Water-Based Serum | Before Oils/Creams | - | AM & PM |
Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA View product |
Dryness | Emulsion | Use as the last step of your skincare routine as a moisturizer. | - | AM & PM |
Natural Moisturizing Factors + PhytoCeramides View product |
Dryness | Emulsion | Use as the last step of your skincare routine as a moisturizer. | - | AM & PM |
Natural Moisturizing Factors + Beta Glucan View product |
Dryness | Emulsion | Use as the last step of your skincare routine as a moisturizer. | - | AM & PM |
100% Plant-Derived Hemi-Squalane View product |
Dryness, Hair | Anhydrous serum | Use after cleansing and water-based serums, before oils, suspensions or creams. | - | AM & PM |
Product | Targets | Format | Regimen Step | Conflicts | Time of Use |
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100% Niacinamide Powder View product |
Visible shine, Textural Irregularities, Enlarged Pores | Powder | Mix with other products | Vitamin C (LAA/ELAA/Derivatives), Direct Acids | AM & PM |
Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA View product |
Hyper-pigmentation, Dark Spots | Water-Based Serum | Before Oils/Creams | - | AM & PM |
Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG View product |
Puffiness, Dark Circles | Water-Based Serum | Before Oils/Creams | - | AM & PM |
Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% View product |
Regulates Sebum, Minimizes Pores | Water-Based Serum | Before Oils/Creams | Vitamin C (LAA/ELAA/Derivatives) | AM & PM |
Product | Targets | Format | Regimen Step | Conflicts | Time of Use |
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Multi-Peptide Serum + HA View product |
Signs of Aging, Firming | Water-Based Serum | Before Oils/Creams | Products containing Direct Acids, pure Vitamin C (LAA/ELAA), Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3%. | AM & PM |
Multi-Peptide Eye Serum View product |
Signs of Aging, Puffiness, Dark Circles | Water-Based Serum | Before Oils/Creams | Products containing Direct Acids, pure Vitamin C (LAA/ELAA), Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3%. | AM & PM |
Multi-Peptide + Copper Peptides 1% View product |
Signs of Aging, Firming, Skin Health | Water-Based Serum | Before Oils/Creams |
Products containing Direct Acids, pure Vitamin C (LAA/ELAA), EUK 134 0.1%, Strong Antioxidants.
Alternate use with Retinoids |
AM & PM |
Argireline Solution 10% View product |
Signs of Aging | Water-Based Serum | Before Oils/Creams | Products containing Direct Acids, pure Vitamin C (LAA/ELAA), Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3%. | AM & PM |
Matrixyl 10% + HA View product |
Fine Lines, Wrinkles | Water-Based Serum | Before Oils/Creams | Products containing Direct Acids, pure Vitamin C (LAA/ELAA), Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3%. | AM & PM |
Multi-Peptide Lash and Brow Serum View product |
Visible hair thickness, density & fullness | Water-Based Serum | Use after cleansing, before water-based serums, anhydrous serums, oils, suspensions or creams. | -- | AM & PM |
Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution View product |
Textural Irregularities, Uneven Skin Tone, Look of Redness | Water-Based Serum | Use after cleansing, before anhydrous serums, oils, suspensions or creams. | Products containing Direct Acids, pure Vitamin C (LAA/ELAA), Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3%. | AM & PM |
Product | Targets | Format | Regimen Step | Conflicts | Time of Use |
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Granactive Retinoid 2% in Squalane View product |
Signs of Aging, Textural Irregularities | Anhydrous Solution | Before Oils/Creams |
Copper Peptides
Alternate use with Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, Retinoids |
PM Only |
Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane View product |
Signs of Aging, Textural Irregularities | Anhydrous Solution | Before Oils/Creams |
Copper Peptides
Alternate use with Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, Retinoids |
PM Only |
Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion (Previously Advanced Retinoid 2%) View product |
Signs of Aging, Textural irregularities | Emulsion | Before Oils/Creams |
Copper Peptides
Alternate use with Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, Retinoids |
PM Only |
Retinol 0.2% in Squalane View product |
Signs of Aging, Textural irregularities | Anhydrous Solution | Before Oils/Creams |
Copper Peptides
Alternate use with Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, Retinoids |
PM Only |
Retinol 0.5% in Squalane View product |
Signs of Aging, Textural irregularities | Anhydrous Solution | Before Oils/Creams |
Copper Peptides
Alternate use with Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, Retinoids |
PM Only |
Retinol 1% in Squalane View product |
Signs of Aging, Textural irregularities | Anhydrous Solution | Before Oils/Creams |
Copper Peptides
Alternate use with Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, Retinoids |
PM Only |
Product | Targets | Format | Regimen Step | Conflicts | Time of Use |
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Mineral UV Filters SPF 15 with Antioxidants View product |
SPF 15 Protection, Antioxidant Support, Dehydration, Signs of Irritation | Emulsion | Last step in skincare regimen, before makeup | - | AM |
Mineral UV Filters SPF 30 with Antioxidants View product |
SPF 30 Protection, Antioxidant Support, Dehydration, Signs of Irritation | Emulsion | Last step in skincare regimen, before makeup | - | AM |
Product | Targets | Format | Regimen Step | Conflicts | Time of Use |
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100% L-Ascorbic Acid Powder View product |
Uneven Tone, Signs of Aging, Antioxidant Support | Powder | Mix with other treatments |
Copper Peptides, Peptides, EUK 134 0.1%, Niacinamide, Direct Vitamin C
Alternate use with Direct Acids, other Direct Vitamin C, and Retinoids |
Ideally PM |
Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2% View product |
Hyper-pigmentation, Dark Spots, Uneven Tone, Signs of Age, Antioxidant Support | Anhydrous Solution | After Water-Based Serums |
Copper Peptides, Peptides, EUK 134 0.1%, Niacinamide
Alternate use with Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, and Retinoids |
AM & PM |
Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12% View product |
Dullness, Uneven Tone, Signs of Aging, Antioxidant Support | Water-Based Serum | Before Oils/Creams | Niacinamide | AM & PM |
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate Solution 20% in Vitamin F View product |
Dullness, Uneven Tone, Signs of Aging, Antioxidant Support | Oil Solution | After Water-Based Serums | Niacinamide | AM & PM |
Ethylated Ascorbic Acid 15% Solution View product |
Uneven Tone, Signs of Age, Antioxidant Support | Anhydrous Solution | After Water-Based Serums |
Copper Peptides, Peptides, EUK 134 0.1%, Niacinamide
Alternate use with Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, and Retinoids |
AM & PM |
Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2% View product |
Uneven Tone, Signs of Age, Antioxidant Support | Suspension | After Water-Based Serums | Copper Peptides, Peptides, EUK 134 0.1%, Niacinamide
Alternate use with Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, and Retinoids |
Ideally PM |
Vitamin C Suspension 30% in Silicone View product |
Uneven Tone, Signs of Age, Antioxidant Support | Suspension | After Water-Based Serums | Copper Peptides, Peptides, EUK 134 0.1%, Niacinamide
Alternate use with Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, and Retinoids |
Ideally PM |