- Hey guys, I'm Joanna.
Today we're gonna be--
- [Maddy] Hi guys, I'm--
(laughing)
Rude.
I thought this might have been a bad top choice,
just 'cause, like, my head just melts into the background.
Because I'm so pale.
Hi everyone, I'm Joanna.
And today we're gonna be talking about the Ordinary,
which I know a lot of you have been wondering about.
We get lots and lots of questions about the Ordinary.
So today we're gonna cover what's in the range
and which products to use
for different skin types and concerns,
and the ingredients that you shouldn't use together.
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I'm done.
See ya.
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So the main thing that differentiates the Ordinary
from other skincare ranges
is that they use isolated ingredients
so that you can tailor your skincare routine
to your skin type and concerns.
So for example, in asap Super B Complex,
you'll find ingredients like Hyaluronic Acid,
Niacinamide, and B5.
Whereas in the Ordinary range,
you've got two serums for that.
So you've got the Hyaluronic Acid plus B5,
and you've got the Niacinamide 10%.
So you've used those two serums together
to get similar effects
to the one serum in asap Super B Complex.
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- [Maddy] Yeah.
- There's a number of different product categories
in the ordinaries range,
which include the Cleanser, Hydrators and Oils,
Direct Acids, Retinoids, Peptides, Vitamin C,
Antioxidants, and more Molecules.
And you'll also find in the range the Ordinary colors
which are the foundations and a range of primers.
So first up, we've got the Skyline Cleanser.
I really love these cleanser.
It's excellent for removing makeup
and impurities on the skin,
and it's really gentle as well,
so I often recommend it for sensitive skin types.
The range of Hydrators and Oils
are designed to target the signs of dehydration and dryness.
Your Direct Acids are chemical exfoliants
designed to gently resurface the skin.
Then we've got your Retinoids
which are vitamin A-derived ingredients
designed to target the signs of aging
as well as textural irre-,
Irregularities.
So if you wanna know more about vitamin A,
I've already done a video on that
which you can watch up here.
Don't you put it up there?
- [Maddy] I know where it goes.
- It goes up the top.
(laughing)
Maddy will know.
Then we've got your Peptides,
which is Cell-Communicating ingredients,
and they also have Anti-Aging properties.
Then we've got a range of Vitamin Cs
to target the signs of pigmentation,
dullness, dark spots and discoloration in the skin.
We've got a few antioxidants
which prevent free radical damage
which can contribute to the signs of premature aging.
Then in the more molecules range,
we've got Niacinamide
which targets oily and congested skin as well as dullness,
and we've also got the caffeine solution
which targets darkness under the eyes.
Done. - [Maddy] Done.
- Onto the next thing.
So at this point you might be wondering,
"What the hell do I use on my skin to target my concerns?"
So we've put together a guide for you.
These are the products that the Ordinary recommend
for a few different skin types and concerns.
So for younger skin just starting on a skincare routine,
so maybe in your late teens, early 20s,
an excellent group of products to start with are
the Squalane Cleanser, Hyaluronic Acid 2% plus B5,
or Marine Hyaluronic.
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(laughing)
It looks like a claw.
Alright, I can't lift this finger.
So, I'm just gonna go to five.
And two round out that routine,
the natural moisturizing factors moisturizer,
or you can get all of that stuff in the daily set
which is an excellent starter kit for anyone
just starting on the skincare.
- [Maddy] I like your nails, by the way.
Thanks I did them myself.
- [Maddy] What are they, a Japanese flag?
(laughing)
- I just love Japan.
I don't even think of that.
Now for mature skin the products that we recommend using are
either Retinol 0.5 or 1% in Squalane,
Matrixyl 10% plus HA, Resveratrol 3% plus Ferulic Acid 3%.
That is a mouthful.
And then 100% Organic Cold-Pressed Rose Hip Seed Oil.
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I've composed myself and found another way to show four.
The last product is 100% Organic Cold-Pressed
Rose Hip Seed Oil .
For dry skin types some great products to use are
the Amino Acids plus B5 and any of the oils,
particularly the 100% Cold-Pressed Moroccan Argan Oil,
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For oily skin types, I really recommend a product
with Vitamin B3 or Niacinamide.
So the Niacinamide 10% plus Zinc 1% is a great product
to use for oily types.
The Salicylic Acid Masque 2% is also excellent
to use on any oily or congestion prone areas.
And then 100% Plant-Derived Squalane will keep your skin
hydrated without feeling too oily.
If you want a bit more guidance on an oily skincare routine
Hannah's filmed her own skincare routine which you can find
on our channel and I've also filmed a video for you
on Vitamin B3, which is Niacinamide.
For more sensitive skin types the Ordinary recommend
using their 100% Organic Cold-Pressed Borage Seed Oil
or 100% Organic Virgin Chia Seed Oil.
Both of these oils are great at nourishing and soothing
sensitive skin types but with any product
if you've got more sensitive skin,
I do recommend patch testing a product before you use it.
To brighten up dull skin.
We want to start with the Lactic Acid 5 or 10% with HA.
The Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution.
The 100% Cold-Pressed Virgin Marula Oil.
The 100% Organic Virgin Sea-Buckthorn Fruit Oil.
And all the Pycnogenol 5%.
I had to look up the pronunciation yesterday.
And then to help with those dark circles
use the Caffeine Solution 5% plus EGCG.
And if you just want to invest in a few key products,
Some of my favorite around is from the range are
Squalene Cleanser.
The Hyaluronic Acid 2% plus B5.
I always recommend that one.
Marine Hyaluronic.
100% Plant-Derived Squalane.
The B oil.
the Buffet Serum.
And the Natural Moisturizing Factors plus HA moisturizer
is a great option for anyone looking
for affordable skincare.
Now for which products you shouldn't mix.
These sets will be different depending
on what skincare range you're using.
But in the case of the Ordinary, they recommend not mixing
the following products.
Do not mix these.
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No, I don't do anything on there.
I'm too old for it.
- [Maddy] I know and somebody said, "Okay, Boomer."
to my video.
(laughing)
- What?
- [Maddy] I'm like thanks
Did they actually do?
- [Maddy] Yeah.
- You're not even 30.
- [Maddy] I know.
- Make me want to vomit.
Do.
Not.
Mix.
These.
So Peptides and Niacinamide shouldn't be mixed
with the direct vitamin C's in the range.
They don't recommend layering any of the Retinoids
with each other, which we also covered in our vitamin A
video if you haven't seen it.
And also avoid layering the Direct Acids with Peptides.
As a general rule of thumb.
And then can you just like,
zoom up on that so that we can like cut that in?
As a general rule to avoid confusion,
I generally use my Vitamin C's in the morning
with Hydrating Ingredients.
And then I use my Anti-Aging ingredients,
like Peptides at night.
So that's some basics on the Ordinary.
I hope that answered a few of your questions.
If you do have any further questions,
you can always ask our customer service team
or comment on the video below and we'll get back to you.
I'll get back to you.
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See ya.