The Ordinary
Strong surface exfoliation for dullness and rough texture, at a very low price.
A 7% glycolic acid toner with added aminoacids and ginseng. It is effective and cheap, but it is not a beginner product: glycolic is the most penetrating AHA, and this concentration will sting compromised or reactive skin.
How to use it: Two or three nights a week at most — never daily to start.
Compared across every retailer we track, with per-unit pricing so different sizes are judged fairly.
Save $2 by buying from Amazon rather than the most expensive stockist.
| Retailer | Price | Per unit | Shipping | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
AmazonCheapest Checked 2 months ago | $8.60−20% $10.75 | $0.040 / ml | Free | Visit ↗ |
Walmart Checked 2 months ago | $8.80−12% $10 | $0.040 / ml | $6.99, free over $35 | Visit ↗ |
Target Checked 2 months ago | $9.35−7% $10 | $0.040 / ml | $5.99, free over $35 | Visit ↗ |
Ulta Beauty Checked 2 months ago | $10.15 | $0.040 / ml | $5.95, free over $35 |
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Dermstore Checked 2 months ago | $10.60 | $0.040 / ml | $4.95, free over $50 | Visit ↗ |