The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner -240ml

A multi-use Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) exfoliating toner designed to gently refine skin texture, enhance clarity, and boost natural skin luminosity. Formulated with a 7% concentration of Glycolic Acid at an optimal pH of ~3.6, this iconic toner sloughs away dead skin cells for a smooth, glowing complexion across the face, scalp, and body.

Key Benefits

• Smooths Skin Texture: Gently exfoliates the surface layer of dead skin to diminish rough patches and bumps.
• Boosts Radiance & Luminosity: Reveals fresher, brighter skin while helping fade uneven tone and dullness over time.
• Versatile Multi-Use Formula: Popularly used not only for facial care, but also as an effective scalp treatment, body exfoliant (KP/strawberry legs), and underarm smoothing agent.
• Balanced Formula: Infused with Tasmanian Pepperberry, Aloe Vera, and Ginseng Root extracts to help reduce potential irritation associated with acid exfoliation.

Key Active Ingredients

• Glycolic Acid (7%): An Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) with small molecular size that deeply penetrates skin to loosen dead surface skin cells and stimulate cell turnover.
• Tasmanian Pepperberry Derivative: Helps soothe skin irritation and redness often associated with chemical exfoliation.
• Ginseng Root & Aloe Vera: Soothes, conditions, and brings natural radiance to the skin.

How to Use

1. Frequency: Use ideally in the evening (PM), no more than once daily.
2. Application: After cleansing, saturate a cotton pad and sweep across the face and neck (avoiding the eye contour and contact with eyes).
3. Leave On: Do not rinse off. Follow with your hydrating serums and moisturizer.
4. Sun Protection Notice: AHAs increase skin sensitivity to the sun. Always wear broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30+) during the day while using this product and for a week after stopping.

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The Ultimate Cult-Favorite Multi-Tasker: Everything You Need to Know About The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner

If there is one chemical exfoliant that has achieved viral status across skincare enthusiasts worldwide, it’s The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner. Known for its impressive versatility and instant skin-smoothing effects, this AHA powerhouse goes far beyond basic facial toning.

How Glycolic Acid Transforms the Skin

Glycolic Acid has the smallest molecular structure of all Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs). This small size allows it to effectively penetrate the top layer of skin, breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. The result?

• Increased cell turnover for a smoother surface.
• Reduced dullness and enhanced natural glow.
• Improved absorption of subsequent serums and moisturizers.

To balance out the formula's strength, The Ordinary includes a soothing Tasmanian Pepperberry derivative to calm acid-induced sensitivity.

4 Popular Ways to Use This Exfoliating Toner

1. Facial Toner: Applied in the PM to treat uneven texture, dullness, and clogged pores.
2. Scalp Clarifier: Applied to dry scalp prior to washing to lift product buildup, dead skin flakes, and excess oil.
3. Body Exfoliant: Applied on dark knees/elbows, or areas prone to Keratosis Pilaris (bumpy "strawberry skin" on arms and legs).
4. Underarm Smoothing: Used to smooth underarm texture and minimize body odor-causing bacteria.

Usage Tips & What NOT to Pair With

• Do NOT Layer With: Direct Vitamin C, Retinoids (Retinol/Retinal), or other strong acids (BHA/AHA) in the same routine to prevent skin barrier breakdown.
• Do Pair With: Hydrating ingredients like Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, and barrier repair creams.