How To Layer The Ordinary

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Deciem recommend layering the products from the There are some exceptions to the rule marked *
thinnest/clearest to the thickest/opaque in the following order;
Granactive Retinoid 2% After water/before oils
1. Water-Based
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate after water-based products before
2. Anhydrous
3. Oils oils/creams
4. Emulsions Sun Creams Last step before makeup
5. Suspensions Primers After skincare/before makeup

This is just a guide. Some people prefer to layer their products slightly
differently depending on the products/brands they use and what works for
their skin.

*Updated May 2022 Products links take you through to Deciem and are affiliate links

Water-Based Products Anhydrous Oil Emulsion Suspensions

Alpha Arbutin EUK 134 0.1% Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate Natural Moisturizing Azelaic Acid (acid)
Amino Acids Pycnogenol Solution (vit c) Factors Vitamin C Suspension 23%
Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic “B” Oil Magnesium Ascorbyl (vit c)
(vit c) Acid 3% Borage Seed Oil Phosphate (vit c) * Vitamin C Suspension 30%
Argireline (peptide) Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Chia Seed Oil Granactive Retinoid 2%* (vit c)
Buffet (peptide) Arbutin 2% Moroccan Argan Oil Mineral UV Filters SPF 15
Buffet + Copper (peptide) Ethylated Ascorbic Acid Marula Oil & 30 *
Caffeine Solution (more 15% (vit c) RoseHip Seed Oil
molecules) Retinoid 2% in Squalane Sea-Buckthorn Fruit Oil
Glycolic Acid (acid) Retinoid 5% in Squalane Plant-Derived Squalane Other products
Hyaluronic Acid Retinol 0.2% in Squalane Oil
Lactic Acid 5% (acid) Retinol 0.5% in Squalane Hemi-Squalane Oil Salicylic Acid Masque
Lactic Acid 10% (acid) Retinol 1% in Squalane L-Ascorbic Acid Powder
Mandelic Acid (acid) Salicylic Acid 2% Niacinamide Powder
Marine Hyaluronics Anhydrous Solution The Ordinary Shampoo
Matrixyl (peptide) High Spreadability Primer The Ordinary Conditioner
Niacinamide (more * Natural Moisturizing Factors
molecules) for Scalp
Salicylic Acid 2% Multi-Peptide Hair Serum
New Lash & Brow Serum

FAQS about layering

How much product do I use?

2/3 drops of serum or a pea-size of cream should be enough. If you feel you need more, use more.

How long do I wait before applying the next product?

There´s no set time. Just make sure each product is fully absorbed before applying the next product.

If I use 3 water-based products, which one goes first?

Use the one which targets the skin concerns you most wish to tackle.

Patch Testing
It's important to patch test all products before using them. Always read the label and check conflicts.

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