What the community says
Pros
- Contains a comprehensive mix of natural moisturizing factors plus hyaluronic acid for barrier support
- Dries down quickly and layers smoothly under sunscreen or makeup
- Fragrance-free and simple formula preferred for compromised or sensitized skin
Cons
- Frequently reported as not moisturizing enough for very dry or compromised skin
- Pore-clogging and breakouts reported by some acne-prone and combination skin users
- Some users experience dryness or irritation, especially when skin barrier is damaged
Product details
Key Ingredients
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Where to buy
Available on Amazon
From the threads
Source threads
r/SkincareAddictionDidn't work
2.6k pts · 371 comments
“I feel like so many products of the ordinary have an issue with pilling like I had at least 3 completely different products from them and they all had this issue :(”
“The simplicity is definitely a pro for my skin, not a con.”
“I actually want boring products that just work with no issues.”
r/tretinoinIn routine
2.6k pts · 338 comments
“I then apply The Ordinary moisturizing factors to damp face”
“I don’t like to overdo it with too much products because my skin is doing really well as of now”
“The glow u see is literally tretinoin and my skincare❣️”
r/tretinoinIn routine
1.5k pts · 99 comments
“For the first two years of using tret, my skincare routine was really the Neutrogena gentle creamy cleanser, Cetaphil Sunscreen and The Ordinary's NMF.”
“The Ordinary's Natural Moisturising Factors.”
“The Ordinary's Natural Moisturising Factors. I might try out the Vanicream facial moisturizer next because of the ceramides”
“For the first two years of using tret, my skincare routine was really the Neutrogena gentle creamy cleanser, Cetaphil Sunscreen and The Ordinary's NMF.”
“The Ordinary's Natural Moisturising Factors. I might try out the Vanicream facial moisturizer next because of the ceramides”
“But the most consistent thing in my routine for over the 4 years were a gentle cleanser... SPF 30, 0.05% tret and a moisturiser at night.”
r/30PlusSkinCareDidn't work
1.4k pts · 448 comments
“I remember every other comment was "Cerave in the tub!!!" and so I applied it and within 3 days my entire face was covered with little bumps...”
“Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA”
“I just assumed my eyes were deceiving me LOL.”
r/tretinoinIn routine
1.4k pts · 104 comments
“The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA”
“Morning: - No cleanser, just rinse with water - The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA”