Multi-Peptide + Copper Peptides 1% Serum — Reddit Reviews
by The Ordinary
Updated October 21, 2026
Copper peptides and multi-peptides boost hydration, soften lines; slow-burn results.
What the community says
A water-based peptide serum pairing Copper Tripeptide-1 with multiple signal peptides for hydration and gradual improvements in bounce and fine lines. It fits patient routines built around prevention; reactive skin may sting, and results are inconsistent.
What this means for you
What people love
- Broad multi-peptide blend with copper peptide
- Visible plumping and hydration after consistent use
- Budget-friendly entry into peptide routines
Watch out for
- Results can take months or remain invisible
- Pills easily under layered routines
- Can sting or trigger breakouts on reactive skin
Product details
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What the science says vs. what Reddit says
Anti-Aging
Not proven yet
Few or mixed studies. This claim isn't established.
Peptides: 2 studies tested it on its own. See all 6 studies
On Reddit: Several months in, users notice more skin bounce alongside improvements in lines and elasticity. 17 mentions
What the studies found
- Both studies that tested peptides on their own found they helped with signs of aging
- Peptides improved skin firmness in both studies
- One study found smoother skin and better hydration with peptides
- Wrinkles improved in one study, but changed little in another
- No stinging or itching was reported in one study
Research context, not treatment advice. Studies are about the ingredient, not necessarily this exact product.
Real Reddit threads — 107 mentions across 28 threads
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Copper Peptides 1% Serum on Reddit, in one place — 28 threads from r/SkincareAddiction, r/tretinoin and 5 more, summarized.
“Can anyone recommend good vegan and cruelty-free dupes of Multi- Peptide + Copper Peptides 1% Serum, and Alpha Arbutin 2%?”
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“I haven’t switched much since, just added the TirTir Milk Skin Toner & The Ordinary’s Multi Peptide + Copper Peptides serum and my skin seems to like it!”
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“AM - Ordinary Multi Peptides + Copper Peptides Serum”
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“PM - Ordinary Multi Peptides + Copper Peptides Serum”
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“I haven’t switched much since, just added the TirTir Milk Skin Toner & The Ordinary’s Multi Peptide + Copper Peptides serum and my skin seems to like it!”
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“PM is the same, I double cleanse with Micellar water > cleanser > TirTir milk skin toner > The ordinary copper peptide serum > Tretinoin cream 0.05% > moisturiser”
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“AM - The Ordinary Multi Peptide + Copper Peptides serum”
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“Any substitute for The Ordinary's Multi-Peptide Copper Serum?”
Mentioned
“Thank you! I'm looking for a dupe of The Ordinary copper peptides serum”
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“The Geek & Gorgeous peptide serum is really good and compares well to medik8 liquid peptides.”
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“Love the copper peptides.”
Positive
“I will forever use their Copper Peptides”
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“I still get some products from them. Love the copper peptides.”
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“I like products from The Ordinary. I use their copper peptides and the growth factor serum.”
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“The products from the ordinary are very good quality and very affordable for what they are.”
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“Just those things has made a huge impact.”
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Other variants in this line
Same formula family — here’s what changes between them.
- Copper Peptides 1%You’re here
Multi-Peptide + Copper Peptides 1% Serum
107 mentions
HAMulti-Peptide + HA Serum
87 mentions
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