I went to Sephora inside a Kohls by me a few days ago, and they had a “try me” sticker on a bottle of this peel. It’s definitely not a product to allow shoppers to just try in store. I was really surprised.
I’m 54, a self professed “product girl”. I’ve tried many, many, many professional and OTC products over the years. This is the one that, like you, I always come back to. Those rare times I don’t use it for months, I’m totally amazed at even one use does. It’s truly one of the best beauty products ever.
This is also fantastic for keratosis pilaris. I use it on my arms and legs. I won’t use it on my face, though, because my skin is sensitive there. Also, I have a bit of rosacea on my face.
@@Mikaela_Ch yes patch test was fine! I really liked the results and used it about once a month for awhile. Used it on my sister's face and she was blown away. I was surprised when it happened. I had never damaged the skin barrier before and it was awful. I did enjoy the results and still miss it, but I'll never be brave enough to do it again.
@@Mikaela_Ch I was over eager and irresponsible and I did not patch test. I used it once for a couple minutes and took it off when it stung but hen I tried it again it gave me immediate chemical burns
I have POC why i have to be careful please explain I m new using this thing and she always shows her face very red when she apply but not for me when I apply its just very slight red
I have acne scars and hyperpigmentation and have been using the peel for a little over a month now. I am absolutely in love, it leaves my skin feeling so soft and glowing and I don't even feel any stinging when I have it on
I never used any peeling solution but I use salicylic acid and glycolic acid face wash and cream , can I use 30% or should I go for lower concentration
That is the point! As a scientist I can tell you: she has no proof that it was the only product that improved her skin. When we do rehearsals/tests, we have to make sure that the active is the only one that is used or the combination of other products that do not interfere with its performance. The use of other cosmetics can increase or reduce the effects.
i'm struggling to do this and she's like "oh, it's this, coz I keep coming back to it". that's literally all she based this speech on. I personally think it's thanks to retinoids. 3 years is a long enough time to see a difference...
I share your experience! I feel this has helped my acne prone skin too! The thing that has helped me is applying a smaller amount (not to the point where it's red, but rather pink on the face when applied) and also applying aquaphor around my nose, mouth and eyes before putting the mask on, as those areas are too sensitive to have direct contact with this peel
I love this product! Use it all the time. Definitely has to be used on dry skin. I usually leave it longer than 10 mins, BUT - I don’t have sensitive skin, I love G and S acid and I like to feel when it’s working 🙂
I adore this product!!!! It changed appearance of my acne scars, unclogged my pores, leaves my skin glowing and I could never replace it! Hopefully TO will always be this affordable 👌🏼
Love this. As estheticians the words "peel", "chemical" or "acid" don't scare us and we understand them from a scientific and formulation standpoint. These peels despite being over the counter can be so so damaging to the skin. But simultaneously, they're also not something to fear and can be extremely effective and should be a first approach at changing skin before jumping right into laser and prescriptions or other procedures. I highly recommend everyone trying one out and giving them a chance and not be afraid. Truly, unless you're using it completely incorrectly or already compromised skin, most consumer peels you can buy as a non professional aren't strong enough to burn or damage your skin. It's when you're not versed and have skin not used to acids and leave them on to long that it becomes a danger. Like Cass said, if you exfoliate before, leave on too long, apply on wet skin, it messes with the way the product was intended to work. I'm sure anyone who's done a peel at home can remember that a peel hurts way more when washing it off. Water reactivates the acids and affects your skins pH. Applying the ordinary peel on wet skin could make it possibly two to four times more potent and aggressive than intended during formulation. In (not) short, the ingredients themselves aren't villains its the fear mongering and widely distributed misinformation from non processional influencers and the like. Wow sorry for that rant. I've aligned with Cass for so long on this and it's such a touchy subject for us as licensed pros in the field
@@mahakgoyal374 can yes, but should? Different. I would probably see an esthetician first or do. Patch test on your wrist. Since I'm not there to look at your skin in person I don't want to recommend a chemical peel if it's not right for you. But technically anyone can use one. But you might not be a good candidate for or even need one
I could never use this peel because I'm so heavy with my skincare. I would burn my face off. Glad it worked for you. I know you have been through alot with your skin.
I love this product! My skin is sensitive but it responds well to this treatment. Once or twice a week for 10 minutes makes my skin super soft and helps smooth the texture. Definitely recommend it! Thanks for making such a great video on a great product!
I just want to say "Thank you!". Your channel has been an absolute lifesaver for a mom who knew nothing about skin care. A little over 2 years ago I was looking for advice on what to do as my daughter was going through puberty and she had to deal with hormonal acne. I was one of those people that never had acne as a teen but it hit me hard in my 20's, but I didn't have anyone who could give me advice. I was left with some scarring and uneven skin. 9 years ago I changed my diet and birth control and that helped a lot, but some scarring remained. In my search to help my tween, I came upon you. I watched so many of your videos, and I bought the ordinary products for my daughter, I also placed her on a birth control to help with her periods and started using the products myself. I can happily say that my daughter's skin has cleared up entirely with no lasting scarring and I can see the difference in my skin as well. I noticed that one of my scars that my previous beautician said was "something that I would have to live with" has started to get smaller and is fading. Like I said your channel is a life saver. 💞
I'm jealous of your daughter. Maybe its because u had acne too that u empathized with her, because all my own mom did was shame me for my acne and tell me how she never had any ever, so i must have acne because I'm not good person basically lol. I love how u two started acne treatment by encouraging each other, and i started cuz i was too tired of her nagging about my skin haha. Ultimately, power to all of us, may our skins be absolutely flawless!
@@melodylawrence3458 Hi dear, sorry it took so long to reply. I'm not good at receiving praise, also a by-product of my own dysfunctional relationship with my mother. Thank you for your kind words and know that your mother's words are due to her own shortcomings and has nothing to do with you (years of therapy has taught me this). I'm glad that you have found this community to support you in our ever present fight against acne. Sending you love and know that you are destined for better 💞
I leave it on for 6-7 minutes max, and I do not use as much as it seems for Cassandra in the video. That is what my skin can tolerate. People should pay close attention to what their skin feels like when using strong acids at home.
Tips: For sensitive skin don't put it just after shower bcz even if you wipe off the excess water of your face your skin is damp.Put it after 10 minutes of showing. Also make sure your fingers,hands is completely dry. And don't use it more than 1 times a week. Don't use any other actives like tretinoin,Retinol, Azalic acid, Mandelic acid, PHA, Vitamin C, Alpha Arbutin or any other actives after using peeling solution. Just use a gentle moisturizer.
@@mariawaqas482 Exfoliators are recommended using at night time just after the facewash. No more actives after the exfoliation. You can continue using actives like vitamin C next morning.
@@kathy04 Thanks for the tips. I use Rx azaleic acid for rosacea, as well as Rx tretinoin for fine lines. I'm giving this a try once it arrives due to what seems to be a ton of sebaceous hyperplasia that popped up about 6 months ago (rather odd with my dry skin) and some flaring of my acne rosacea. My aesthetician recommended it after my skin improved with a SA peel so worth a try.
I never used any peeling solution but I use salicylic acid and glycolic acid face wash and cream , can I use 30% or should I go for lower concentration
Wow, Now I remember seeing your very old videos many years ago when I had have massive skin problems and was in tears a lot. Luckily we both are on a good spot years later because of the right skincare. Thank you for your brave videos when i was in dispair, it helped a lot to see others with the same problems. ❤
I also have oily/resilient skin. I bought this peeling to treat my hyperpigmentation and I saw results in a few weeks, the thing is I hate to wait even if it's 10 minutes for using a mask so I changed my routine to something more convenient for me but that also targets my concerns. Since I still have the peeling I will use it on my body, and monthly on my face.
I just bought this from Sephora on a whim like 3 days ago. I really do like it so far and now that you're suggesting it it's probably going to sell out. Glad I got mine when I did.
Cassandra: This product has done wonders for my face!!! I use is twice a week for 10 minutes and the results have been amazing. Along with the peel. I am also using other Ordinary products which has really helped my acne, small scars and even some milia! Thanks for the recommendation!
@@n.n9035 Hi....thanks for your response! I started with the BHA/AHA peel about 3 months ago. Also using some retinol. It seems the peel "brought the milia" closer to the surface so I squeezed them! Of course you are not suppose to do that but...anyway, it was able to release them! I continue to use the peel, retinol, and glycolic toner and even the appearance of the remaining milia has decreased. Hope this helps - GOOD LUCK - and hope you have a great holiday!
in june 2022 i suddenly got cystic acne which has left me with hyperpigmentation along with the acne scars i had previously. once i got the cystic acne under control (by september/october 2022), i started using the ordinary's aha/bha peel once a week or every two weeks. i can definitely say that this has been very slowly but surely helping and i know this because i've had stubborn dark spots that were there for months but they are now finally starting to fade!
I have lasting sun damage which I attribute to misuse of this product. I have combination skin and am in my early thirties. A few years ago I used to use this product occasionally, never more than once a week and always a thin layer, however sometimes I would leave it on for more than ten minutes (because despite the results I didnt take the strength of it seriously despite advice) and sometimes I was inconsistent with applying my 50spf the week following (which they say is cruically important and I knew this). And maybe a few times, there was sunny weather and I was outside walking enjoying the weather without 50spf. During the summer later in the year after starting the mask, I noticed that I had pigmentation appear at first it was like light freckling, but it became darker. The reason I think it is a result of the mask and the way I used it is that, my under eye area is light and then there is a clear line where it is then brown and pigmented around the eyes just where the mask is applied (it looks like white rings under my eyes). I wasnt using a retinoid at the time. The mask at the time of use, would give my dry sensitive combination skin, a noticable brightness following removal and I thought it was amazing. Since I linked it to the mask, I stoped using it and have been using various serums and been far more consistent with 50spf each day. The pigmentation is much the same now, no great improvement though and it is two and a half years later. If you use the product, please follow the instructions and if you have sensitive, fair, thin skin use it for less than the recommended time even if you dont see any negative result and no matter what type of skin, always use 50spf and reapply during the day. In addition, to this I know that ordinarily sun damage takes years to show up, so the sooner you are consistent with spf the better and it is never too late to start. I will be continuing to try lightening the damage and will be considering different treatments to fix the sun damage. Has anyone else besides myself and one other person here had a similar experience?
I loooove this product. I don’t keep it on for the recommended time, though. When I had it on for those 10 minutes, it was too much and damaged my skin barrier. Four to five minutes gives me amazing results.
i can't live without this peel 🔥😭 it has taken my oily acne prone skin to the next level 💕 i was so lucky to have acted fast 😭 before acne took over my face thanks 🥺 acne big sister 🥰 for your recommendations 🥰💕
Back when the pandemic started was when I discovered both your channel & The Ordinary. I never really took skin care seriously before that. My skin has totally transformed, & now I'm a little obsessed with how I take care of myself. Thank you for sharing all of your wisdom.
I have been using it for the past week every 3 days to treat some major allergy spots that went crusty on my face. My skin turnover is higher than normal anyway but this boosted it and they are very nearly gone in under a week.
The skin on my face is relatively stable minus the time of the month breakouts here and there…. But my body acne on my chest and back is such a struggle for me. I’ve never tried this product so I definitely wanna give this a go! Thank you!
I really incourage you to. I have back acne and this really helped and in such a short time.. However be sure to watch videos on how to apply it safely, Cassandra has a few that helped me use it in the right way
Do not cry ever again 😘, u were beautiful before clearing ur face and u became more beautiful now ,and for people who did not like u for ur own , tell them that u do not give shit of their opinions
@@Firkant2 I use tretinoin 2/3 times a week. The Ordinary peel once every two weeks. Usually I use the peel 2 days after using tretinoin. If I'm using the ordinary peel I only use a soothing serum (Klairs rich moist soothing serum) followed by moisturizer. One thing that helps me after the actives is La Roche Posay Cicaplast Baume B5 which I use as my night moisturizer.
I have PCOS and before I was diagnosed with it, I couldn't pinpoint what was causing my hormonal breakouts. My skin is very sensitive on its own, so I was quite skeptical to try the peeling solution. But maybe because I was already exposing my skin to the AHAs and BHAs ( I use Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30Days Miracle Toner daily, great product btw), the peeling solution didn't sting or burn my face. I don't even feel it on my skin. I did a patch test first, and for the first few times I only left it on for 5 mins. Now I go for a whole 10 mins. It works so well for my skin, the texture is less visible. I only do it twice a week and I moisturise my skin heavily after the peel.
I kinda got out of the habit of using this stuff. I started getting those lovely seasonal breakouts over the summer. I'd been using it for several months and liked it because my PIH faded faster and I broke out less frequently, but when the weather changed, and I was constantly getting yet another nasty pimple that either popped on its own or was correctly drained and couldn't be exposed to AHAs while it healed, and I was just overall annoyed that nothing can stop my summer breakouts, I just stopped using this product. Well this video reminded me that it helped my skin during other seasons, so I picked it back up. Two weeks/four applications later, my two-month-old PIH is gone, and my month-old PIH is so much lighter that I thought it was gone till I did a double take and looked closer. Moisturizer, niacinamide, N-acetyl glucosamine, and sunscreen all help - my PIH used to stick around for 6 months without good skincare. But I forgot how much this product fast-forwards the process! It's convinced me to add a gentler glycolic product every other day. It's my hope that if I stay consistent, it might stimulate enough collagen production to help fill out my icepick and boxcar scars. But since anything OTC will probably take years to improve texture significantly, it'll be hard to know if I'm getting more benefit from AHAs or retinoids.
Thank you for doing the tutorials. I started in 2020 after being scared for a few months. I did everything you said and patch tested and now I do it once to twice a week. Even with my sensitive skin it helps SO much. I looked back at my 2016 pictures and I had at least 2/3 more tiny scars on my forehead that are so evened out now. I was terrified of peel’s as I got bad instruction (or did not understand them) back in 2009 and swore the at home ones off. But this stuff is amazing. Not perfect. But mixed with occasional adapelene in my routine, I see a difference in my scars anyway. Thanks Cass ❤️ Thanks for showing how to do this properly. 🤗
I never used any peeling solution but I use salicylic acid and glycolic acid face wash and cream , can I use 30% or should I go for lower concentration
This has really helped my hyperpigmentations from acne! I don’t use it on my nose because I have rosacea there (and I learned the hard way that it inflames my rosacea) but on the rest of my face it really helps!!
Hi Cassandra, if you struggle with body acne, backne I recommend Peter Thomas Ruth cleanser (the orange color bottle), with a long bamboo handle brush. Wash your back with it twice a week and said good bye to your pimples. It works amazing for me.
I bought this after Cassandra advise and its amazing make my skin glowing flawless❤❤❤❤
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I STOPPED using this for a few months and the amount of blocked pores and little red bumps is insane! Love this, I only leave it on for 2 minutes once a week and it does the job really well
Do you use any other AHA/BHA product through the week or retinoid? I want to start this peel but don’t know how often to use it or if I should get rid of my other aha/bha and retinoid products.
Dear Cassandra, thank you for your advice and recommendations, this is a great product, my mom and I are delighted, we both have acne scars and this product has done great things for our skin. We love you ❤️
I love the peel and Im 33. Ive had acne since 12. Paleo helps; I feel like this is the only product my skin has ever looked different from once washing off ever.
Hi! 35, 20 years of acne. Do you find (the severity of) your acne correlates to the fluctuations in your hormonal cycle? Also, yes… Skincare only does so much, when the cause of our acne is coming from within. Man, hormones are powerful. And inflammation, etc. I do love this peel, and I agree: the only thing that actually made me think: “wow, it does something”! (Except for Accutane, but that was temporary)
I've been using it for three years as well and I'm very happy with the results. At first I felt it didn't make any difference so now I leave it on for 11 to 12 minutes instead of 10. I don't use as much as she uses on my face. Just few drops
I have somewhat of that sourdough bread consisitency on my chin and lower cheeks, but for me it's more of an overall texture issue than acne scars. I've also been using the ordinary solution and it definitely made a difference in my skin texture. I did start retinol this month, but since I *just* started with that on the 0.1 concentration from The Ordinary, so I don't think that that already made a drastic difference to my skin. Aside from the texture, I actually love my skin for the most part. I rarely break out - when I do, I can usually pinpoint it to extreme stress - and while I am redness prone, it's never been a massive issue. But I became a skintellectual around 6 months ago and skincare has become part of my morning and evening routine, because it makes me feel good and helps me stay consistant in my skin and oral care despite my severe ADHD. You and James Welsh have been some of my major inspirations and I can say confidently that if I hadn't gotten more involved with skin care, I would probably be much closer to a skin cancer diagnosis, since I've had *severe* sunburns in the past, before SPF became my bestie. (Expensive bestie, if I may add)
So today was my first application... I have combination skin and i bought it after watching your videos on this... I was little afraid while using it hoping that i don't get a chemical burn but hopefully everything went well... I applied it only for 5 mins bcos it was my first time and my face feels so soft... it tingled a bit but it was bearable... i applied Cosrx Snail mucin as a moisturise afterwards... Thanks for your videos those really helped me...💕✨
I love the ordinary products same with cerave they really help my skin but it takes a long time to see major progress so you will end up going through a bottle or two till you see a lot of progress. But after few uses even one you will definitely see improvement. But this and retinol has helped so much, I still do have lot of texture hyperpigmentation rosacea and big pores and such though, but it’s better and using hyaluronic acid and moisturizer with sunscreen is what makes difference in prevention as well as cleansing morning and night. I do feel like I need a stronger retinol though. I’m not sure it’s for everyone though and I know for some people they can’t handle even a few minutes cause they feel burning, but I haven’t felt that with this product
Hi Cassandra, I have just bought a similar Korean peeling gel Glow Mellow like resembles the Ordinary peeling gel with 30% AHA and 2% BHA. I will time myself to 10 minutes and hope it works to even out my bumpy and hyperpigmentation prone skin. 😄
It’s sad we can’t get this in Canada. Now there are a few websites they will deliver but still have the extra charges at the boarder etc. I’m Lucky my sister goes to her home in the states (our parents were born and raised in the states,we have duel citizenship) every couple months. So she picks me up a few each time at about $10 a bottle.
I use this peel occasionally. I do love it but it does burn a little. I need to use it more regularly, but yes it does even out the skin . Great price too
Every time I have used this stuff, the next day I will see myself in the mirror and think: “Whew I look glowy today?!”, and then I remember I used the peeling solution before :-). Every time!
I hate that this is so hard to get in Canada. It's $37 right now on Amazon and that's not guaranteed to be authentic. Anywhere else seems to charge a ton for shipping and duties. Extremely frustrating. 😥
I love this product. I need to exfoliate often and the traditional ones just shred and irritate my cheeks terribly. This has made my make up application better and helped with acne using an every few days. Sometimes I spot treat if I have a dry patch.
Im going to try this. I can't use fillers as I have autoimmune disorders ( including Lupus). I'm vegan because I'm very conscious of what goes into my body. I had to get a titanium plate and screws in my left arm and hand and my body rejected the stitches. My orthopedic could not put a cast as a result. I was quite happy lol.
I've used this occasionally since first learning about it a year ago, and it's surprisingly comfortable for me! Just a little tingling. I haven't used it in a while because the winter has made my skin sensitive, but when I do use it my skin does feel smoother.
You made me buy the peeling then, never stopped using it and have the same experience! I really would appreciate your vision on the whole deciem/Estee Lauder controversy tho.. love your work, safe and happy holidays.. 💗 from the Netherlands
I have decided to use this just last week this february 2024. I went to YT and check out how to use it. Bec i dont want to break out more. i did not feel anything like burning or itching when i put it, but the next morning my skin feels soft and i feel good. so i am going to continue this one, and hopefully this will help me in my acne.
Thanks Cassandra. I think this product is great for people who have textured skin, but it's a NO for me. My sunspots get much worse. I simply do not need this product.
@zayedalhajeri, thank you so much for your comment. You just made my day and I'm so glad you feel this way. Hoping you have a wonderful and fantastic week!!
I've just started using glycolic acid this month (TO toner and face wash) so I'm letting my skin getting used to a lower percentage until I start using this solution. But this video convinced me to do it. And ooof the dedication you have to have with these products tho (3 years???)
My skin gets irritated and burns even with LHAs and PHAs, same thing if I overdo it with 1% salicylic acid. I imagine this would absolutely destroy my skin lol, but I'm glad it works for some people!!
Every time I use which is about once or twice a week I literally feels like it takes the tiredness, fine lines and even firms my skin like as soon as I take it off. Mind you I used to use up to 50% Glycolic acid and yet this has been amazing every time.
I think it's very overrated, I used it consistently in my routine 1x a week, did nothing. Using a gentler exfoliant more often is what made the actual difference in my skin.
I went to Sephora inside a Kohls by me a few days ago, and they had a “try me” sticker on a bottle of this peel. It’s definitely not a product to allow shoppers to just try in store. I was really surprised.
That’s crazy! 😮
I think one can use it to patch test for allergies 😊
Definitely for patch testing
@@jadeypeach that makes sense!
Yes a bit scary if not washed off with water etc. even just a spot test. Just be careful ladies But you know that :))). ❤️❤️🇨🇦
I love your honesty cassandra if you start a skin brand I'll definitely patronise cause of how honest you are in your videos
I’m 54, a self professed “product girl”. I’ve tried many, many, many professional and OTC products over the years. This is the one that, like you, I always come back to. Those rare times I don’t use it for months, I’m totally amazed at even one use does. It’s truly one of the best beauty products ever.
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This is also fantastic for keratosis pilaris. I use it on my arms and legs. I won’t use it on my face, though, because my skin is sensitive there. Also, I have a bit of rosacea on my face.
Ooooo good to know! I have KP and had wondered about giving this a try!
@@cheekyb71 Be really careful with it, because it’s potent, but it’s amazing!
Thanks for the info! I have KP on my arms, salicylic acid did nothing so I’ll try this.
I have KP I’m so gonna try it then. Cerave salicylic acid lotion kind of helped but I want my perfect smooth skin back
I have a lot of rosacea on my face (cheeks, nose) but it doesn't hurt it in any way. My face is really nice since I started using it😊
Crazy how different everyone's skin is. My skin can't tolerate this product for even 1 second without burning.
Same. I used it for around 5-8 minutes and then had to heal my skin for about 2 months.
It damaged my skin barrier so bad it took 3 months to be able to use my other skin care again.
And have you done the patch test? I’m just wandering when the test is ok then if it’s still possible to have such a bad reaction
@@Mikaela_Ch yes patch test was fine! I really liked the results and used it about once a month for awhile. Used it on my sister's face and she was blown away. I was surprised when it happened. I had never damaged the skin barrier before and it was awful. I did enjoy the results and still miss it, but I'll never be brave enough to do it again.
@@Mikaela_Ch I was over eager and irresponsible and I did not patch test. I used it once for a couple minutes and took it off when it stung but hen I tried it again it gave me immediate chemical burns
She mentioned being careful if you’re very pale, but also be careful if you’re a POC :)
Pale people are more important than POC
But y
What is Poc?
I have POC why i have to be careful please explain I m new using this thing and she always shows her face very red when she apply but not for me when I apply its just very slight red
@@Mano_5678 because using high concentrations of direct acids can sometimes irritate and burn your skin which leads to further hyperpigmentation (PIH)
I have acne scars and hyperpigmentation and have been using the peel for a little over a month now. I am absolutely in love, it leaves my skin feeling so soft and glowing and I don't even feel any stinging when I have it on
It is called “peeling solution”. Does it make your skin actually peel??
@@jgator6694 no
I never used any peeling solution but I use salicylic acid and glycolic acid face wash and cream , can I use 30% or should I go for lower concentration
Out of genuine curiosity, how can someone who uses soooo many products pinpoint that one thing in specific has made certain improvements?
That is the point! As a scientist I can tell you: she has no proof that it was the only product that improved her skin. When we do rehearsals/tests, we have to make sure that the active is the only one that is used or the combination of other products that do not interfere with its performance. The use of other cosmetics can increase or reduce the effects.
@@Ivivsss thanks :)
i'm struggling to do this and she's like "oh, it's this, coz I keep coming back to it". that's literally all she based this speech on. I personally think it's thanks to retinoids. 3 years is a long enough time to see a difference...
She’s trying to sell a product hence the whole purpose of the video. No one can pinpoint one thing TH-cam is sad
Yeah especially when she said she uses tretinoin, which is an all-star wrinkle and scar healer.
I share your experience! I feel this has helped my acne prone skin too! The thing that has helped me is applying a smaller amount (not to the point where it's red, but rather pink on the face when applied) and also applying aquaphor around my nose, mouth and eyes before putting the mask on, as those areas are too sensitive to have direct contact with this peel
Same here
Yeah I put it on to the point where it's pink not red
Omg yes i used it before and it burned around my nose/mouth bad
Yeah. I only put 3 or 4 drops
Same!
Even I apply thin layer.. looks pink.
Red is unnecessarily too much amount of product
I love this product! Use it all the time. Definitely has to be used on dry skin. I usually leave it longer than 10 mins, BUT - I don’t have sensitive skin, I love G and S acid and I like to feel when it’s working 🙂
I adore this product!!!! It changed appearance of my acne scars, unclogged my pores, leaves my skin glowing and I could never replace it! Hopefully TO will always be this affordable 👌🏼
Love this. As estheticians the words "peel", "chemical" or "acid" don't scare us and we understand them from a scientific and formulation standpoint. These peels despite being over the counter can be so so damaging to the skin. But simultaneously, they're also not something to fear and can be extremely effective and should be a first approach at changing skin before jumping right into laser and prescriptions or other procedures.
I highly recommend everyone trying one out and giving them a chance and not be afraid. Truly, unless you're using it completely incorrectly or already compromised skin, most consumer peels you can buy as a non professional aren't strong enough to burn or damage your skin. It's when you're not versed and have skin not used to acids and leave them on to long that it becomes a danger.
Like Cass said, if you exfoliate before, leave on too long, apply on wet skin, it messes with the way the product was intended to work. I'm sure anyone who's done a peel at home can remember that a peel hurts way more when washing it off. Water reactivates the acids and affects your skins pH. Applying the ordinary peel on wet skin could make it possibly two to four times more potent and aggressive than intended during formulation.
In (not) short, the ingredients themselves aren't villains its the fear mongering and widely distributed misinformation from non processional influencers and the like. Wow sorry for that rant. I've aligned with Cass for so long on this and it's such a touchy subject for us as licensed pros in the field
can a 17 year old use this ?
@@mahakgoyal374 can yes, but should? Different. I would probably see an esthetician first or do. Patch test on your wrist. Since I'm not there to look at your skin in person I don't want to recommend a chemical peel if it's not right for you. But technically anyone can use one. But you might not be a good candidate for or even need one
I could never use this peel because I'm so heavy with my skincare. I would burn my face off. Glad it worked for you. I know you have been through alot with your skin.
Really wish the skin care field was this informative when I was in my twenties. I feel like I'm running to try to catch up. 😅
Don't play a catchup game. Start fresh.
Same
I love this product! My skin is sensitive but it responds well to this treatment. Once or twice a week for 10 minutes makes my skin super soft and helps smooth the texture. Definitely recommend it! Thanks for making such a great video on a great product!
I just want to say "Thank you!". Your channel has been an absolute lifesaver for a mom who knew nothing about skin care. A little over 2 years ago I was looking for advice on what to do as my daughter was going through puberty and she had to deal with hormonal acne. I was one of those people that never had acne as a teen but it hit me hard in my 20's, but I didn't have anyone who could give me advice. I was left with some scarring and uneven skin. 9 years ago I changed my diet and birth control and that helped a lot, but some scarring remained. In my search to help my tween, I came upon you. I watched so many of your videos, and I bought the ordinary products for my daughter, I also placed her on a birth control to help with her periods and started using the products myself. I can happily say that my daughter's skin has cleared up entirely with no lasting scarring and I can see the difference in my skin as well. I noticed that one of my scars that my previous beautician said was "something that I would have to live with" has started to get smaller and is fading. Like I said your channel is a life saver. 💞
I'm jealous of your daughter. Maybe its because u had acne too that u empathized with her, because all my own mom did was shame me for my acne and tell me how she never had any ever, so i must have acne because I'm not good person basically lol.
I love how u two started acne treatment by encouraging each other, and i started cuz i was too tired of her nagging about my skin haha. Ultimately, power to all of us, may our skins be absolutely flawless!
@@melodylawrence3458 Hi dear, sorry it took so long to reply. I'm not good at receiving praise, also a by-product of my own dysfunctional relationship with my mother. Thank you for your kind words and know that your mother's words are due to her own shortcomings and has nothing to do with you (years of therapy has taught me this). I'm glad that you have found this community to support you in our ever present fight against acne. Sending you love and know that you are destined for better 💞
I leave it on for 6-7 minutes max, and I do not use as much as it seems for Cassandra in the video. That is what my skin can tolerate. People should pay close attention to what their skin feels like when using strong acids at home.
Tips: For sensitive skin don't put it just after shower bcz even if you wipe off the excess water of your face your skin is damp.Put it after 10 minutes of showing. Also make sure your fingers,hands is completely dry. And don't use it more than 1 times a week.
Don't use any other actives like tretinoin,Retinol, Azalic acid, Mandelic acid, PHA, Vitamin C, Alpha Arbutin or any other actives after using peeling solution. Just use a gentle moisturizer.
Thanks for your tips but can you please tell me how long we should have maintain the gap between actives and peeling solution?
@@mariawaqas482 Exfoliators are recommended using at night time just after the facewash. No more actives after the exfoliation. You can continue using actives like vitamin C next morning.
@@kathy04 Thanks for the tips. I use Rx azaleic acid for rosacea, as well as Rx tretinoin for fine lines. I'm giving this a try once it arrives due to what seems to be a ton of sebaceous hyperplasia that popped up about 6 months ago (rather odd with my dry skin) and some flaring of my acne rosacea. My aesthetician recommended it after my skin improved with a SA peel so worth a try.
I never used any peeling solution but I use salicylic acid and glycolic acid face wash and cream , can I use 30% or should I go for lower concentration
@@Lord_bobby_ Go for lower concentration bcz your facewash already has exfoliating agents
Wow, Now I remember seeing your very old videos many years ago when I had have massive skin problems and was in tears a lot. Luckily we both are on a good spot years later because of the right skincare. Thank you for your brave videos when i was in dispair, it helped a lot to see others with the same problems. ❤
I also have oily/resilient skin.
I bought this peeling to treat my hyperpigmentation and I saw results in a few weeks, the thing is I hate to wait even if it's 10 minutes for using a mask so I changed my routine to something more convenient for me but that also targets my concerns.
Since I still have the peeling I will use it on my body, and monthly on my face.
This is one of my favourite products from The Ordinary. Been using for over 2 years and definitely can see the improvement. It is a MUST!
I just bought this from Sephora on a whim like 3 days ago. I really do like it so far and now that you're suggesting it it's probably going to sell out. Glad I got mine when I did.
Same🤗🤗🤗
Cassandra: This product has done wonders for my face!!! I use is twice a week for 10 minutes and the results have been amazing. Along with the peel. I am also using other Ordinary products which has really helped my acne, small scars and even some milia! Thanks for the recommendation!
Did u have to pop the milia or ? What did u use to get rid of them and what techniques
@@n.n9035 Hi....thanks for your response! I started with the BHA/AHA peel about 3 months ago. Also using some retinol. It seems the peel "brought the milia" closer to the surface so I squeezed them! Of course you are not suppose to do that but...anyway, it was able to release them! I continue to use the peel, retinol, and glycolic toner and even the appearance of the remaining milia has decreased. Hope this helps - GOOD LUCK - and hope you have a great holiday!
in june 2022 i suddenly got cystic acne which has left me with hyperpigmentation along with the acne scars i had previously. once i got the cystic acne under control (by september/october 2022), i started using the ordinary's aha/bha peel once a week or every two weeks. i can definitely say that this has been very slowly but surely helping and i know this because i've had stubborn dark spots that were there for months but they are now finally starting to fade!
I find it so funny that i ordered this and the second after i wanted to start using it, Cassandra posts this. Lovely timing
I have lasting sun damage which I attribute to misuse of this product. I have combination skin and am in my early thirties. A few years ago I used to use this product occasionally, never more than once a week and always a thin layer, however sometimes I would leave it on for more than ten minutes (because despite the results I didnt take the strength of it seriously despite advice) and sometimes I was inconsistent with applying my 50spf the week following (which they say is cruically important and I knew this). And maybe a few times, there was sunny weather and I was outside walking enjoying the weather without 50spf. During the summer later in the year after starting the mask, I noticed that I had pigmentation appear at first it was like light freckling, but it became darker. The reason I think it is a result of the mask and the way I used it is that, my under eye area is light and then there is a clear line where it is then brown and pigmented around the eyes just where the mask is applied (it looks like white rings under my eyes). I wasnt using a retinoid at the time. The mask at the time of use, would give my dry sensitive combination skin, a noticable brightness following removal and I thought it was amazing. Since I linked it to the mask, I stoped using it and have been using various serums and been far more consistent with 50spf each day. The pigmentation is much the same now, no great improvement though and it is two and a half years later. If you use the product, please follow the instructions and if you have sensitive, fair, thin skin use it for less than the recommended time even if you dont see any negative result and no matter what type of skin, always use 50spf and reapply during the day. In addition, to this I know that ordinarily sun damage takes years to show up, so the sooner you are consistent with spf the better and it is never too late to start. I will be continuing to try lightening the damage and will be considering different treatments to fix the sun damage. Has anyone else besides myself and one other person here had a similar experience?
Thanks for sharing x
My skin currently looks like your photos from 2019! This product just arrived today so looking at video, I'm so excited to use it. You look wonderful!
I loooove this product. I don’t keep it on for the recommended time, though. When I had it on for those 10 minutes, it was too much and damaged my skin barrier. Four to five minutes gives me amazing results.
You make killer "beauty business deep dive" videos, so, please, make one on The Ordinary drama because I'm clueless & clueless.
Same
I love the Ordinary products. I haven't used this as of yet but you're the second TH-cam Influencer that recommends this.
i can't live without this peel 🔥😭 it has taken my oily acne prone skin to the next level 💕 i was so lucky to have acted fast 😭 before acne took over my face thanks 🥺 acne big sister 🥰 for your recommendations 🥰💕
Love this product!! Discovered it a couple of years ago. Glad to know it's helping other people, too!
Back when the pandemic started was when I discovered both your channel & The Ordinary. I never really took skin care seriously before that. My skin has totally transformed, & now I'm a little obsessed with how I take care of myself. Thank you for sharing all of your wisdom.
Haven’t tried this one, but I really love the peels from Platinun Skincare. Their 40% mandelic peel is a must-have for me.
I have been using it for the past week every 3 days to treat some major allergy spots that went crusty on my face. My skin turnover is higher than normal anyway but this boosted it and they are very nearly gone in under a week.
I love this peel. I feel hardly anything when I keep it on for 10 minutes. A slight tingling. Love the price too!
My face feels so smooth the next day. I think it's great stuff.
The skin on my face is relatively stable minus the time of the month breakouts here and there…. But my body acne on my chest and back is such a struggle for me. I’ve never tried this product so I definitely wanna give this a go! Thank you!
I really incourage you to. I have back acne and this really helped and in such a short time.. However be sure to watch videos on how to apply it safely, Cassandra has a few that helped me use it in the right way
@@tasneemsbenaty7096 for sure! So happy to hear it worked for you too!
Do not cry ever again 😘, u were beautiful before clearing ur face and u became more beautiful now ,and for people who did not like u for ur own , tell them that u do not give shit of their opinions
Been using this for years and it transformed my skin beautifully. Together with tretinoin I see great result 😁
You Can use this In a routine with Tretinoin??
Do you use it on the same night as Tretinoin?
I would be amazed,if you could tolerate this product, even days after/before using Tretinoin.
@@Firkant2 I use tretinoin 2/3 times a week. The Ordinary peel once every two weeks. Usually I use the peel 2 days after using tretinoin. If I'm using the ordinary peel I only use a soothing serum (Klairs rich moist soothing serum) followed by moisturizer. One thing that helps me after the actives is La Roche Posay Cicaplast Baume B5 which I use as my night moisturizer.
@@Firkant2 most people cannot!!
I have PCOS and before I was diagnosed with it, I couldn't pinpoint what was causing my hormonal breakouts. My skin is very sensitive on its own, so I was quite skeptical to try the peeling solution.
But maybe because I was already exposing my skin to the AHAs and BHAs ( I use Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30Days Miracle Toner daily, great product btw), the peeling solution didn't sting or burn my face. I don't even feel it on my skin.
I did a patch test first, and for the first few times I only left it on for 5 mins. Now I go for a whole 10 mins. It works so well for my skin, the texture is less visible. I only do it twice a week and I moisturise my skin heavily after the peel.
I kinda got out of the habit of using this stuff. I started getting those lovely seasonal breakouts over the summer. I'd been using it for several months and liked it because my PIH faded faster and I broke out less frequently, but when the weather changed, and I was constantly getting yet another nasty pimple that either popped on its own or was correctly drained and couldn't be exposed to AHAs while it healed, and I was just overall annoyed that nothing can stop my summer breakouts, I just stopped using this product. Well this video reminded me that it helped my skin during other seasons, so I picked it back up. Two weeks/four applications later, my two-month-old PIH is gone, and my month-old PIH is so much lighter that I thought it was gone till I did a double take and looked closer. Moisturizer, niacinamide, N-acetyl glucosamine, and sunscreen all help - my PIH used to stick around for 6 months without good skincare. But I forgot how much this product fast-forwards the process! It's convinced me to add a gentler glycolic product every other day. It's my hope that if I stay consistent, it might stimulate enough collagen production to help fill out my icepick and boxcar scars. But since anything OTC will probably take years to improve texture significantly, it'll be hard to know if I'm getting more benefit from AHAs or retinoids.
Thank you for doing the tutorials. I started in 2020 after being scared for a few months. I did everything you said and patch tested and now I do it once to twice a week. Even with my sensitive skin it helps SO much. I looked back at my 2016 pictures and I had at least 2/3 more tiny scars on my forehead that are so evened out now. I was terrified of peel’s as I got bad instruction (or did not understand them) back in 2009 and swore the at home ones off. But this stuff is amazing. Not perfect. But mixed with occasional adapelene in my routine, I see a difference in my scars anyway. Thanks Cass ❤️
Thanks for showing how to do this properly. 🤗
I never used any peeling solution but I use salicylic acid and glycolic acid face wash and cream , can I use 30% or should I go for lower concentration
This has really helped my hyperpigmentations from acne! I don’t use it on my nose because I have rosacea there (and I learned the hard way that it inflames my rosacea) but on the rest of my face it really helps!!
Hi Cassandra, if you struggle with body acne, backne I recommend Peter Thomas Ruth cleanser (the orange color bottle), with a long bamboo handle brush. Wash your back with it twice a week and said good bye to your pimples. It works amazing for me.
i literally use this everywhere i have acne -- shoulders and arms, face, ass, legs (razor burn/rash scarring o my god) and it's INCREDIBLE
One of my favourite skincare products OF ALL TIME if they ever take it off the market coz idiots on tiktok abuse it I'll be so mad.
I bought this after Cassandra advise and its amazing make my skin glowing flawless❤❤❤❤
I STOPPED using this for a few months and the amount of blocked pores and little red bumps is insane! Love this, I only leave it on for 2 minutes once a week and it does the job really well
Do you use any other AHA/BHA product through the week or retinoid? I want to start this peel but don’t know how often to use it or if I should get rid of my other aha/bha and retinoid products.
Dear Cassandra, thank you for your advice and recommendations, this is a great product, my mom and I are delighted, we both have acne scars and this product has done great things for our skin. We love you ❤️
Oh my goodness I love this product I bought this a few days ago and I’ve used it for the second time
It gets rid of acne fast
Use carefully though
I love the peel and Im 33. Ive had acne since 12. Paleo helps; I feel like this is the only product my skin has ever looked different from once washing off ever.
Hi! 35, 20 years of acne. Do you find (the severity of) your acne correlates to the fluctuations in your hormonal cycle?
Also, yes… Skincare only does so much, when the cause of our acne is coming from within. Man, hormones are powerful. And inflammation, etc. I do love this peel, and I agree: the only thing that actually made me think: “wow, it does something”! (Except for Accutane, but that was temporary)
My face presently looks like your 2019! It's amazing that you show the before and the after !
I've been using it for three years as well and I'm very happy with the results. At first I felt it didn't make any difference so now I leave it on for 11 to 12 minutes instead of 10. I don't use as much as she uses on my face. Just few drops
I m 20 years old and have measles scar and little bit acni scars on my face should I use it or not
You have such a beautiful, positive, and angelic energy
It’s amazing for ingrown hairs, even on bikini line. Just on areas where hair grows and away from anywhere that could mess up pH
I have somewhat of that sourdough bread consisitency on my chin and lower cheeks, but for me it's more of an overall texture issue than acne scars. I've also been using the ordinary solution and it definitely made a difference in my skin texture. I did start retinol this month, but since I *just* started with that on the 0.1 concentration from The Ordinary, so I don't think that that already made a drastic difference to my skin.
Aside from the texture, I actually love my skin for the most part. I rarely break out - when I do, I can usually pinpoint it to extreme stress - and while I am redness prone, it's never been a massive issue. But I became a skintellectual around 6 months ago and skincare has become part of my morning and evening routine, because it makes me feel good and helps me stay consistant in my skin and oral care despite my severe ADHD. You and James Welsh have been some of my major inspirations and I can say confidently that if I hadn't gotten more involved with skin care, I would probably be much closer to a skin cancer diagnosis, since I've had *severe* sunburns in the past, before SPF became my bestie. (Expensive bestie, if I may add)
I love this too! I also do 70% glycolic acid peels every 8 weeks. I have zero issued doing it myself.
70% oh my god urn
70%???? Omggg
Even though it burns my skin, I still use it because the results are amazing. When I say "burn" it's a powerful sting but nothing too excruciating.
So today was my first application... I have combination skin and i bought it after watching your videos on this... I was little afraid while using it hoping that i don't get a chemical burn but hopefully everything went well... I applied it only for 5 mins bcos it was my first time and my face feels so soft... it tingled a bit but it was bearable... i applied Cosrx Snail mucin as a moisturise afterwards... Thanks for your videos those really helped me...💕✨
This is my favorite the ordinary product. Using it twice a week. Absolutely love it
I just got this stuff, my daughter is using it and her skin looks so healthy and glowing
Oh my god so many video from my big cyster this weeeek. Amazinggggg
I love the ordinary products same with cerave they really help my skin but it takes a long time to see major progress so you will end up going through a bottle or two till you see a lot of progress. But after few uses even one you will definitely see improvement. But this and retinol has helped so much, I still do have lot of texture hyperpigmentation rosacea and big pores and such though, but it’s better and using hyaluronic acid and moisturizer with sunscreen is what makes difference in prevention as well as cleansing morning and night. I do feel like I need a stronger retinol though.
I’m not sure it’s for everyone though and I know for some people they can’t handle even a few minutes cause they feel burning, but I haven’t felt that with this product
I tried this because of one of your videos. I love it so much.
I haven't studied to apply that yet, but I did frictional 5 times and I will do 5 more this winter!
Hi Cassandra, I have just bought a similar Korean peeling gel Glow Mellow like resembles the Ordinary peeling gel with 30% AHA and 2% BHA. I will time myself to 10 minutes and hope it works to even out my bumpy and hyperpigmentation prone skin. 😄
It’s sad we can’t get this in Canada. Now there are a few websites they will deliver but still have the extra charges at the boarder etc. I’m
Lucky my sister goes to her home in the states (our parents were born and raised in the states,we have duel citizenship) every couple months. So she picks me up a few each time at about $10 a bottle.
But you also used laser treatment and other treatments in the past years. Love another The Ordinary video anyway ❤️
How do you know specifically this product is responsible for the improvement of your skin?
I use this peel occasionally. I do love it but it does burn a little. I need to use it more regularly, but yes it does even out the skin . Great price too
Every time I have used this stuff, the next day I will see myself in the mirror and think: “Whew I look glowy today?!”, and then I remember I used the peeling solution before :-). Every time!
I hate that this is so hard to get in Canada. It's $37 right now on Amazon and that's not guaranteed to be authentic. Anywhere else seems to charge a ton for shipping and duties. Extremely frustrating. 😥
I just bought it from sephora before 3 days ...happy to see your video now 🤗
I'm 21, and I'm going through a relapse in my acne. I just got this, and I'm so happy! My skin feels soo smoth after the peeling! It's amazing!
I love this product. I need to exfoliate often and the traditional ones just shred and irritate my cheeks terribly. This has made my make up application better and helped with acne using an every few days. Sometimes I spot treat if I have a dry patch.
Im going to try this. I can't use fillers as I have autoimmune disorders ( including Lupus). I'm vegan because I'm very conscious of what goes into my body. I had to get a titanium plate and screws in my left arm and hand and my body rejected the stitches. My orthopedic could not put a cast as a result. I was quite happy lol.
I have autoimmune disease (RA) and had no problem with filler. I was also worried. Hylouric acid filler
How would you know it's that product? You use a lot of products, and many seem game-changers.
I've used this occasionally since first learning about it a year ago, and it's surprisingly comfortable for me! Just a little tingling. I haven't used it in a while because the winter has made my skin sensitive, but when I do use it my skin does feel smoother.
You made me buy the peeling then, never stopped using it and have the same experience! I really would appreciate your vision on the whole deciem/Estee Lauder controversy tho.. love your work, safe and happy holidays.. 💗 from the Netherlands
Thanks to your video introducing this peel, at my wedding my face was pure perfection.
Currently i am 32yo and looking 25.
Thanks ❤🥰
I have decided to use this just last week this february 2024. I went to YT and check out how to use it. Bec i dont want to break out more. i did not feel anything like burning or itching when i put it, but the next morning my skin feels soft and i feel good. so i am going to continue this one, and hopefully this will help me in my acne.
Please let me know what the brush is used in your video. Or if anyone else knows? Tia!
Good to know how well it works for you!
I may not use this anytime too soon since I only recently started using lactic acid
Love your videos, Cas! Very informative… also can I say that you’re beautiful inside & out! 🤍☺️
I can leave the product on for hours and have no problems at all!!😅👍I'm over 50! Maybe that's the reason🤗
Thanks Cassandra. I think this product is great for people who have textured skin, but it's a NO for me. My sunspots get much worse. I simply do not need this product.
Cassy, simply; you are the BEST indeed💖✌💫
@zayedalhajeri, thank you so much for your comment. You just made my day and I'm so glad you feel this way. Hoping you have a wonderful and fantastic week!!
I've just started using glycolic acid this month (TO toner and face wash) so I'm letting my skin getting used to a lower percentage until I start using this solution. But this video convinced me to do it.
And ooof the dedication you have to have with these products tho (3 years???)
My skin gets irritated and burns even with LHAs and PHAs, same thing if I overdo it with 1% salicylic acid. I imagine this would absolutely destroy my skin lol, but I'm glad it works for some people!!
Every time I use which is about once or twice a week I literally feels like it takes the tiredness, fine lines and even firms my skin like as soon as I take it off. Mind you I used to use up to 50% Glycolic acid and yet this has been amazing every time.
This one is a holy grail for me!😍
Ur v bubbly and enthusiastic..
I has also changed my skin, I use it twice a month and everytime a use my skill feels, looks and stay beautiful
8.00 maybe in the states, I can’t get it here in Canada, one that I feel is a legitimate one
Thank you Bella!!!
I am SO sad we can’t get this in Canada 😰 Not for any reasonable price anyway. It’s not allowed here by regulation:(
I think it's very overrated, I used it consistently in my routine 1x a week, did nothing. Using a gentler exfoliant more often is what made the actual difference in my skin.
Whoa, are you supposed to apply it that heavily?! 😱 I never did.
Can you go over the products on your skincare shelves?