Skincare Routine Using Only The Ordinary - Best Of The Ordinary ✖ James Welsh

[@worldlit1146]

Really like the philosophy of the Ordinary brand - basic, affordable, that the consumer has to become knowledgeable about ingredients and application. Wish the original owner could have seen more of its original success.

[@charisma-hornum-fries]

The original co-founder is still the ceo so one of them experiences the success.

[@melindamey5231]

@@charisma-hornum-fries didn’t they just sell it?

[@Sayranosaurus]

@@melindamey5231 the original owner died

[@dee.2848]

@@charisma-hornum-fries the original owner killed hikself

[@noah9552]

@@dee.2848 his boyfriend claimed he fell on accident while drunk.

[@dreamsatnight]

I know preferences differ highly. But speaking for myself, The Ordinary when it was first introduced and wasn't so well known truly saved me. I went from never being able to leave the house without makeup to feeling confident with my bare skin. Some of their products seem like it wasn't thought through well to me now but overall, I am really grateful for this brand

[@cheryl3126]

I wasn't exactly the same! I discovered them about 5/6 yrs ago. 1st proper skin care I ever really used and it changed my skin (and life!)! Plus I find they're the only brand that seems to work for me 😊

[@lianareed9183]

Vanicream daily facial moisturizer. It is affordable, good for sensitive skin. Has ceramides. I like it better than cerave.

[@alyssapersinger5911]

Same here!! It literally “cured” the dry skin on my nose and fore head and the redness on my cheeks!

[@corapollock]

I have severe body dysmorphia and after finalising my skin care with the ordinary, I went to the gym with no makeup on yesterday, and then done a 14 hour shift with nothing on. So glad I can read that someone else went through the same x

[@souhailaanbout9288]

What product did use for the dry skin on your nose?

[@Jam-gd4lo]

This is the content that people who want to dive in to the ordinary line want. Thanks, James!

[@neexdavis1934]

Yes! I’ve been wanting to try The Ordinary for quite some time now but have no idea what to get, how & when to use it and all that fun stuff lol

[@carlosmunoz7829]

I just got my first package ever from the ordinary. I don't even know where to start lol.

[@Divine.Mercy.]

​@@carlosmunoz7829 how has it been for you?

[@michelle_leigh]

Can you do ‘The Inkey List Only Skincare Routine’ next?! I like their peptide moisturizer. It’s decent for the price.

[@Bubbles_Hill]

I was going to mention this one too!!

[@shonamcewan4859]

Yes!

[@lynrosario6756]

Agreed

[@JasmineRoman7602]

I love the inky list peptide moisturizer

[@fayeh3254]

80% of my skin care is inky list ❤

[@nalsar648]

The Ordinary definitely helped springboard me into the world of skincare!. I moved back to some products recently while focusing on using up my open products and fell back in love with their Glycolic toner. So brightening and non irritating at killer price

[@karatalksaboutstuff7333]

That toner is too strong for my face, but I love it for my body!❤️

[@SamIAm10262]

I feel like "The Ordinary" is too overwhelming. I just need the basics, not 10 different bottles to try to figure out how and when to use them. As a 40ish yr old woman trying to figure out how to take better care of my skin, I appreciate your channel a lot.

[@JamesWelsh]

Yeah I think they did an amazing job at introducing the world to these types of single ingredients but also there is often so much confusion around the products. What you can and can’t use together, what Ingredients actually do etc etc

[@SamIAm10262]

@@JamesWelsh that's exactly it. Too much confusion and if you're mixing items that shouldn't be, you're wasting money. I'd rather pay a little more for products that are already formulated to fit together. I don't have a ton of time in the morning and at night to *think* about what I'm doing.

[@iwanttomakemusicthatmovesp3415]

@@SamIAm10262 go check on Cassandra Bankson channel. She has a pretty much videos about the ordinary.

[@karatalksaboutstuff7333]

@@iwanttomakemusicthatmovesp3415 Her videos are great! I think the fact that she made all those videos kind of proves the point, though. If it was easy to understand and use, nobody would need to watch a bunch of videos explaining the products. For example, I'm a skincare addict with a bachelor's in biochemistry and post-grad work in biomedical science...and I find their Vitamin C products confusing!😆

[@iwanttomakemusicthatmovesp3415]

@@karatalksaboutstuff7333 Yup! I'm glad that I found Cassandra channel. She has a really good explanation and easy to understand. Because of her videos, it helps me a lot to pick product that I need so I don't wasted too much money. Also, James's video help me as well based on his "consumer experience".

[@fatimaaaaaaaaa]

The Ordinary is definitely a great introductory range for those new to skincare, but I’m also definitely preferring more multi-ingredient, targeted serums now.

[@melissas4874]

It looks like a good brand if you have sensitivity issues. By using separate serums you can likely figure out what products to avoid. I don't think it's necessary a "starting point". It's just that some of us have more sensitive skin and can't use the multi-ingredient products.

[@postalboxed]

@@melissas4874 This is what I find both fascinating and frustrating about figuring out skincare. My sensitive skin has a hard time with how strong some of their formulas are. I can't use the niacinamide, for example. But I also get that the short ingredient list is also helpful for sensitive skin, even just as a way to narrow down what's causing issues.

[@haniyahammad2961]

You're the only skincare guru I genuinely follow. I really like how you're very ingredient oriented rather than how flashy a product is

[@juliasantosmoura1298]

Ditto!!

[@leilakarimi5160]

him and hyram are the best so far!

[@jordillo777]

@@leilakarimi5160 Check out Lab Muffin Beauty Science and Liah Yoo as well.

[@vicsolimo]

I use the Cerave Foaming Cleanser, The Ordinary Glycolic Acid Toner, The Ordinary Niacinamide Serum, and the Cerave AM/PM moisturizers. My acne cleared up completely, pores shrank, dark spots and hyperpigmentation lightened, and my skin texture smoothed out and my skin is more hydrated and glowing.

[@SmileTimeEveryone]

Haha, my entire line up of products aswell! I like how you think 😂

[@cheemasaba6051]

Dear my I used ordinory nicinamide at morning or not

[@cheemasaba6051]

And may I use toner at morning?

[@shielamaesanggawa8348]

Hello

[@SaelPossible]

Hi, could you give me a routine of when you use this

[@LucianTelleran]

Could you perhaps do a video talking about what acids, vitamins etc can and cannot be mixed together. I always get confused about vitamin C and what I can pair it with and what I cannot. Thank you! 🙌

[@EsterOskGWaage]

Cassandra Banks has alot of good vids on this topic, what to mix and what to not mix together 😊

[@strawberry_sig]

I don't think I've ever been this early 😊 and there's already 1 dislike and it was uploaded 42 secs ago...are people really that sad to wait for notifications and just hate on videos? It's Saturday and the sun is shining, cheer up!!

[@christina_890]

I am so convinced that there are bots that just go around disliking videos 😤

[@strawberry_sig]

Wouldn't surprise me. Or just trolls with nothing better to do! The issue is that their dislikes don't make any difference because there is such a loyal following 😅

[@ItsBlackSheepVision]

The dislikes might also be by people who hate Ordinary as a brand 😂

[@revawiseman7517]

I’m 48 and have been consistently doing a better skin care routine for the last two years thanks to a good friend that is a skincare enthusiast . It’s a mix of the ordinary, Korean skin care and LOTS OF SUNSCREEN. Thoroughly enjoying it, and at my age now my skin has never been or looked better. Persistence is the key. I really enjoy your channel, I find it extremely informative and of course entertaining. Thank you James ❤️❤️

[@kraftykell]

I just ordered a bunch of products from The Ordinary... can’t wait to see what they do. My all time most favorite drug store affordable moisturizer is Neutrogenas Hydro-Boost gel cream with hyloronic acid. It’s lightweight, mixes well with other skincare products & makeup. Leaves the skin beautiful and healthy. ❤️

[@becbrown212]

I am 43 with dry skin and I use in the AM squalane cleanser, buffet serum and the Matrixyl serum together then the moisturiser. Pm I do a cleanse then use the Vitamin C suspension mixed with the moisturiser for overnight. I also like the Neutrogena moisturisers but have been using CeraVe because my skin was super dry.

[@JennTN411]

I've been using a couple of Ordinary products for about two weeks, just starting out really paying attention to my skin and overall health. I LOVE the niacinamide serum. Honestly felt a difference in my skin softness and bumpiness within hours. I wish we had as much easy access to this incredible information as teens. These kids don't know how lucky they are to have James and Robert!

[@SamMKKK]

You have the most complicated relationship with the Ordinary, James. Most intriguing. 😭

[@ellensue2377]

This is my favorite skin care line. As soon as I tried it I was hooked, Only one product that I didn't like, but this line has saved my skin & removed all my old acne scars. LOVE, Love, Love it

[@Nah-ah]

It’s important for people to know that the ordinary is about supplementation. You don’t need every product they make! Simply research what your skin specifically needs and then research the ordinary for those specific ingredients for your skin issue.

[@lorenaarnette6395]

Ok, hear me out. The lighting behind you, with the circle illuminating right behind your head, reminds me of Saints. My mind instantly thought, time to start praying to St. James of skincare 😂

[@jaik923]

I can't unsee it now😂

[@tammy_vip]

Haha!! Oh god neither can I 🤣🤣🤣

[@angelica534]

Oh my gosh 😂

[@allieg6401]

😂

[@annalouiseplease]

Would be cool to see you do this as a series with other brands. I can easily see you do this with Glow Recipe and Cosrx for sure!

[@zakirahmed8014]

I am a thirty-five old male who never tried skin products before. Based on your's and one other youtuber's videos, I started using some ordinary serums/products about two to three weeks back. I can clearly see improvements in terms of signs of aging, congestion, dullness, overall brightness and hyper pigmentation. Thank you so much James and The Ordinary!

[@creator135]

From where you buy odinary products?

[@md55773]

Most important thing you point out to begin with is "perfection doesn't exist" !! Thank you for this message 😘 you re awesome btw

[@thevioletgirl17]

I want James to sing me a lullaby when I’m sick. The voice 🌈

[@TsubataLately]

Yes! The Ordinary should absolutely make a marine hyaluronics toner! Not that I need another toner, but I definitely would want that one. 😂😅😋

[@stina98XD]

Could you do this style of video for the inkey list? I feel like my skin reacts better to the inkey list than to the ordinary. Or in general a budget friendly skincare routine

[@sofiah1174]

If you haven’t tried Cerave, they have some really affordable products!

[@tammystiletto]

For whatever I’d use from The Ordinary I’ll just order from The Inky List, because they know they are comparable so I can usually go between the two. So anything Names suggests look up on Sephora, it’s pretty neat. Also I prefer The Inky retinol choices.

[@karuvam2027]

I personally love the Ordinary’s Natural Moisturizing Factors. It works so well for my combo skin all year long with a price tag you honestly can’t beat. I’ll add a few drops of face oil to it in the winter if I need a little boost and it’s perfection!

[@cheemasaba6051]

Daer with ordinory moisturizer which serum work very well at morning for oily skin

[@nicoleonfeels]

I think the ordinary is a good starting ground when you first get into skincare - but there are just so many other great options to explore. 🤗

[@abidanger843]

I used to use everything from the ordinary in high school until i realized i didn’t need 17 serums when i can get all the ingredients in 1 serum or moisturizer.

[@education3594]

@@abidanger843 what is that product

[@abidanger843]

@@education3594 I was saying in general lol. I buy way too many skincare to pinpoint one product.

[@education3594]

@@abidanger843 okay

[@aarontheabc]

HERE IS SOME ADVICE! I have been employed by Deciem /The Ordinaryfor over 2.5 years at one of the counters in Melbourne Australia. When you are looking into the products, it is definitely easier if you know what you're trying to target in your skin (e.g. uneven tone, uneven texture, hydration, signs of aging). I would recommend focusing on the top 3 main skin concerns and try to find products that target those specific concerns. That way it makes things easier when choosing products to try. You shouldn't really need more than 5 products from The Ordinary, when it is over 5 products it gets hard to put them into an AM and PM routine. Especially when some categories/products aren't recommended to be used with each other. ❤️👏

[@greyparrot8]

I found my experience with The Ordinary the same here in the UK as what you are saying- I spoke to them, addressed any skin concerns, they suggested a very basic routine and it is the first ever skincare routine I have stuck to! It's easy, my skin is the best it's ever been, and at an affordable price point.

[@melinakosmatopoulou8624]

So helpful thank you

[@meerockz_41]

Thanks for the heads up! 😊

[@ChristaEvelyn]

One of my faves is The Buffet with Copper Peptides. Great option for my mid-40s anti-aging approach 💫

[@maggieputman4997]

I added the Azelaic Acid to my routine about a month ago and the difference in my skin is incredible! I think I have finally found that holy grail product for my acne/discoloration. I use a lot of Ordinary products already - don't know why I didn't try this one sooner! lol

[@Sarah-qh5dj]

I love their Moisturising Factors with HA. It's the only moisturiser I've ever repurchased. Its nothing fancy but it doesn't aggravate my acne prone skin and works well under my makeup. I know James isn't a fan but that doesn't stop me enjoying that specific product or enjoying his chanel. People are funny! Much love to you, hope you're having a good weekend 🥰

[@cookycutie]

I don't care about what other says but the ordinary products and philosophy behind their skincare is Top ! I love it straight to the point and effective 💜

[@paulajani4935]

The squalane cleanser might just be my favourite product ever! For me personally it removes my makeup perfectly. Also it just feels so good on the skin, I always feel pampered when using it

[@nicolebabyfacetattoos3253]

For me I use multiple ordinary products including: -Niacinamide -Aha bha acid peel (no more than twice a month but usually only need it once) -Glycolic acid 7% toning solution -caffeine solution 5% + EGCG for around the eyes only -the buffet I don’t use them all together but I can tell what my skin needs pretty well now and can pin point what products will help with whatever I’m dealing with and that’s why I love these products from them. I agree that their moisturizers aren’t it though. I use Cerave night cream when my skin is especially dry and after I use a acid peel and everyday I use Clinique moisture surge 100 hour (makes my skin feel AMAZING and works well with ANY SPF that I put on after). I also use cerave hydrating cleanser in the morning and I’m still looking for the perfect night cleanser but am currently using something that was gifted to me by Sephora that I can’t remember the name of but I’m not a big fan. (For my toner that I use more often than the ordinarys, I use paulas choice aha one).

[@shreyadevarakonda1902]

Nivea soft face cream moisturizer is so good!! It’s so creamy and hydrating and simple, it’s been a staple in my routine for years while adding all these other new products!!

[@TsubataLately]

That warm fuzzy feeling I get when I'm wide awake when James posts and it's not 3am! 😍

[@anetab1424]

I love the natural hydrating factors plus HA moisturizer, I can literally feel the hydration when I apply it

[@Happytravellerkimmy]

My mom was an esthetician so I've grown up scrutinizing skin care labels which is why I was so interested in The Ordinary. I've had to switch my cleanser to Mad Hippie because I found the squalane cleanser not as moistuizing and I use Andalou Naturals for my moisturizer. Generally speaking you do not have to spend a ton of money to get quality skin care but you do have to do your research.

[@susanmcf1]

I really like the squalane cleanser. I buy the large size. I also like the niacinamide serum and both versions of Buffet. I also use The Inkey List and Good Molecules.

[@sofiah1174]

The buffet is so good!

[@lillihenze7055]

sadly, the sqalane cleanser consists micro plastic last time I checked

[@CeiraMayberry]

The milk makeup vegan moisturizer is great! 🥰 Also, the ordinary Niacinamide does kinda sting my skin and make it a tad red but, it goes away quickly once I add my moisturizer.

[@virgofairy88]

I’ve noticed that about the niacinamide too-Usually if I have acne or broke skin if any kind.

[@ChaChaDiaries]

i’m glad you made this video because we all know a lot of people who started to dive in with skincare started with the ordinary and may have even started the popularity of skinfluencers. i remember when i started last year that it is the company that everybody suggests and praises and then skincare youtube became more popular and clickbait the name Ordinary but almost trashes them and then gets affiliate links with other companies of maybe even a collab. like naming a video why i’m moving on from the ordinary or why i no longer is the ordinary coz we know that it will get views. i still use some of their products and have moved on as well with other companies as i get more comfortable and have gained a bit of knowledge with skin care and would still recommend them to friends who are just diving into skin care. another thing is that sometimes it’s so hard to use other products with names that’s just so confusing when they all are let’s say niacinamide that’s why single ingredient products like the ordinary is much easier.

[@gymnasticsandbeyond8771]

My The Ordinary favorites for dry and sensitive skin are: Squalane cleanser Marine Hyaluronics Lactic Acid 5% + HA Retinol 0,2% + Squalane Squalane Oil Ascorbic tetraisopalmitate + Vitamin F (Vitamin C derivative) I don't use them all at once obviously but they work for me, don't break the bank, and definitely don't burn my skin 😊

[@melissa81980]

You're so smart! 5% Niacinamide really is better than 10%! I've been watching KZbin dermatologists, a medical esthetician and you of course and I think someone else. I've learned so so much about skin care and skin care products. I love your videos!

[@victoriawilliams8196]

I love the Ordinary, but James and Hyram have totally changed how I use their products. Now I look for products elsewhere that have two or more of my main actives combined, but use the Ordinary for little top-ups - the AHA/BHA peeling solution and the Azelaic acid are my hero products (am I the only one who loves how TO's Azelaic acid feels on their skin?!)

[@siennaervin2479]

I LOVE the niacinamide serum! I also use on wet skin and found that 3-4 drops is perfect, especially for under makeup

[@slikjmuzik]

I keep my routine super simple these days. My cleanser is the Ordinary Glycolipid Cream Cleanser, my moisturizer is the Ordinary moisturizing factors + beta glucan and I use the caffeine + egcg during the day. At night I use the Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, and all other nights I use the CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream. No toners, no other serums, I’m 46 and I get told I look younger than 35 all the time. Obviously, your mileage may vary. I work from home, so I only see sunlight in the evening when I go jogging or walking. Obviously diet is super healthy. Lots of eggs, high protein, working out 4x/week, almost no sugar or carbs. It’s all a vicious circle otherwise.

[@iwanttomakemusicthatmovesp3415]

Thank God! You still recommending The Ordinary. The only thing that I can afford with my pocket 😊

[@killthelight5384]

Same

[@libairebane]

Same

[@blaah9999]

Saaaame!!

[@totakoke]

The inkey list and a lot of korean skincare brands have a similar price point

[@iwanttomakemusicthatmovesp3415]

@@totakoke yeah, I have a lot korean skincare as well. I love their basic skincare set so I can put only 1 active ingredient in my routine. But, inkey list are more on the pricey side. So that's why I'd rather buy The Ordinary. It's more affordable and effective for me.

[@stellaspills5103]

I love the brand and I love the fact that I get to learn about each ingredient. It's fun and satisfying at the same time.

[@marcelasampaio2051]

No James, perfections DOES exist, and your skin is the living proof 🤩

[@Truffoire]

I love how you explain everything. Thank you for your knowledge of skincare and sharing it with us. 😍

[@TheSunIsProBlack]

Hello from the D/FW, Tx!👋🏽 Am I the only one who gets excited whenever James uploads a new video?!🤣🙌🏽🥳

[@adafihj6439]

This is a great video for those confused about how to start using the Ordinary. Good job James!!!! 💜

[@JamesWelsh]

☺️💜💜💜🙏🏼

[@sherryrussell3148]

Thanks so much for this. I just recently purchased from the ordinary and these are mostly the products i have. So far loving them xo

[@Ars1995lan]

OMG JAMES WTH! I was panicking about how to use The Ordinary or what to order and what not to, and then today *boom* this video drops.

[@rinaderuiter]

Hi.. just want to say that your explanation is amazingly so calm and relax me. . Another KZbinr skincare explanation sometimes got me headache cz the sounds is so intense. Glad that you’re exist. Lucky to have you as my skincare influencer. Love from Indonesia❤️😘

[@annabelle8214]

I *love* The Double Cleanse podcast as well! It keeps me going on my long nights at work! 💜💜

[@elizabethvinarski9293]

The Ordinary definitely kicked off my journey into the skincare world, but it can be a bit overwhelming. This video was really helpful! My fav moisturizer is the CeraVe moisturizing cream!

[@shaunap2259]

Boots Q10 night cream is £4 and it is absolutely fantastic for dry skin! I wear it in the daytime under my spf when I’m feeling really dry 💕

[@saffron5922]

I’m a fan of the cerave moisturizing cream for super dry skin (very affordable considering how huuuge a tub you can get)

[@itsonlyme4759]

I use the CeraVe in the winter and I love it. Like you say mahooosive tub at an affordable price.

[@kaihandley4277]

Avene Cicalfate is the best moisturiser! Affordable and effective - I have been using it for 4 years now and love it!! It feels and looks like a thick zinc cream but once applied it weirdly feels like a lightweight more watery lotion and dries down amazing. Highly recommend

[@tota4987]

I'm really confident abt buying from The Ordinary, but the only thing im worried about is not really understanding their products, or using a toner which has the same main ingredient as a cleanser (for example) then just overwhelm my skin with the same ingredient which might be quite harmful for my skin... Now that i watched your video and did some personal research, I think I'm even more confident with approaching The Ordinary. Thank you!

[@moniq7889]

I really like these kinds of videos on particular skin care products. Provides lots of insightful, helpful info. I’ll scroll through videos, but was wondering if there are any videos on Cerave products? Trying my best to learn about skin care/skin care routine. Again, thank you so much!

[@Cvettie]

Listening to this while I'm doing my the ordinary skin care routine: •I genuinely do not like the cleanser. I have a normal to oily skin and I need to feel like I have cleaned my face and this does not leave me with that feeling. Also the "foaming" is so weird and you have to put so much in order to feel like its doing its job. •I agree on the Salicylic Mask, I do get that little tingling feeling on my cheeks and my skin is sensitive as well. So i normally dont stay with it for the full 10 minutes. •I love the combination of Matrixyl+Argireline, my face really enjoys it. •Niacinamide I think was too much for my skin or the percentage was too high, because whenever I use it my face gets irritated. P.S - I dont use them combined. I have some nights where I use the Vichy Mineral 89 because my skin is not hydrated. I use the niacinamide only once a week, trying to integrate it into my skincare routine really slowly and for the rest of the nights I use Matrixyl+Argireline.

[@lucifern7092]

I'm 31, and learning about skincare for the first time. I found it very intimidating, but The Ordinary has made it all feel a bit more accessible and less scary😂

[@ElizabethThrailkill]

Same! Currently just trying to stop the acne finally -_-

[@lucifern7092]

@@ElizabethThrailkill haha! Right? Why am I a 31 year old dealing with acne?

[@user-ll8oh5ed8x]

Omg when your hair was wet and brushed back I thought it was Marcus for a moment! Or was it just me? That feeling of affirmation when you are already using the products James mentions and likes ❤️❤️❤️

[@Elisallysa]

There's an exact dupe for The Ordinary you can purchase in Spain. It's called Beauty Drops and their Niacinamide serum is not sticky at all.

[@Mort4683]

I'm not gonna lie, The Ordinary was the first Skin Care brand I got introduced to and that's how my obession started. At this point I don't even know how I went from The Ordinary to Korean Brands hahaah.

[@buyimncube2588]

Me too I'm so obsessed with Korean skin care

[@viadior3709]

what korean brands do you recommend?

[@FenixNicole]

I adore you james!! My favorite moisturizer is the Elf hello hydration face cream. It's $12 and works amazing. My cheeks are very dry and it keeps them very hydrated and doesn't feel greedy and it's not heavy. If you haven't tried it, it's a must.

[@auliaazizah3718]

I've been loving the Versed Dew Point Gel Cream!! Just enough hydration and moisture for my oily skin and leaves a nice dewy glow

[@samantha4131]

Can you do an updated sunscreen options. I’d like to hear your thoughts on Supergoop! Unseen, and glow screen.

[@bridgetbean79]

Finally someone to review the 2 products I bought today! I’ve been looking them both up now and your video is the first I found reviewing both. I got the Azelaic Acid and the Aloha Arbutun. Here’s hoping they change my post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. My dark soots have never gone away but I’ve never tried skincare products in them to help yet so this will be something new 🤪

[@joranvancoillie8133]

Hi, any updates about this? Did they help / reduce your hyperpigmentation?

[@Shana113]

I completely agree with you. I have moved away from single ingredient products. I will always be grateful to the ordinary for introducing me to actives and ingredients. But I have now moved on to nicer textures and formulations.

[@Jhud69]

I think some of their products are decent if you need just one specific thing for an affordable price - their acid peel, while strong, is a pretty good deal if you know how to use it (most people don't unfortunately).

[@OolongWitch]

The Superhydrate moisturizer from ELF. A jelly like formula with squalane, feels like your skin just drinks it up.

[@sharita6273]

I’ve been looking to buy that one, or well a few products from the e.l.f holy hydration line. Are they any good?

[@EirlysMcLachlan]

Is it sticky at all?

[@jodiekelly1355]

Weirdly the thing I like about the niacinamide solution is that I find it doesn't feel tacky on my skin 🤣 and it's one of my only serums that sits really well under moisturiser

[@kerrytraeger6769]

I love it too. I never feel tackiness

[@sen.m7832]

Wow whenever I use it, it feels super tacky!

[@EsterOskGWaage]

Using it on damp face is the key and not using too much of it

[@ellensue2377]

I Love the Niacinamide & I do not find it tacky, Its my Go To product Also love the AHA 30% +BHA 2% Peeling solution which I use 2 X a week. These 2 products have removed all dark spots, old acne scars, etc.

[@LatayiaBieber97]

Love your vid James! Been seeing the best results over time from the AHA mask that I know so many you tubers are hesitant to recommend bc of how people use it wrong and it's so strong but my skin is GLOWING & it's my holy grail I'm just super careful and only use it like once or 2x a month

[@melissa81980]

adding to the niacinamide comment, I adore the small Pycnogenol serum from The Ordinary It hydrates and makes your skin produce more collagen and hyaluronic acid. It's especially good for dry skin. I just use 3 drops for my entire face and 3 drops for my neck and decollete and the backs of my hands. I always bring products down to the backs of my hands.

[@cristinaaraujo7998]

I LOVE my The Ordinary Niacinamide at night before retinol. It has been a life saver! 4 times a week and boom! No more hyperpigmentation, my skin is soft and balanced. LOVE IT! PS: James you look very handsome!

[@PiperrMichelle]

I think the key to the ordinary is knowing like actually knowing your skin issues and what ingredients will work for it I think that's where a lot of people really screw up with this product. They will take to a KZbin video and buy whatever that youtuber is promoting which in reality may not be what they need and may have adverse effects. This is definitely a product one needs to do research with and their website is pretty helpful about that.

[@jp02jw]

A video on what ingredients can be combined (or not combined) with other ingredients would be super helpful. I recently used an AHA/BHA with C and then read that was wrong, ugh! Thanks!

[@0023courtneyleigh]

Your background aesthetic is a pastel neon dream ✨

[@NexValentine]

I don't think I'm the only one who noticed, but I would like to point out the product mask popping up for the azelaic acid is listing the information for niacinamide instead! However I love this video as well, it was a nice and simple take on a few products. I could relate to the advice and am glad my impression and experience with these products is out of the ordinary (no pun intended, really.)

[@blue_anemone]

I never thought you disliked the Ordinary, but I feel like it's a natural progression in your skincare journey, once you find what actives works for your skin you would rather use 3 products instead 6. At one point, I think I was using 10 products and that is why I started looking outside on one active products as well. Also the texture of their products have alot to be desired sometimes. I have been trying some Facetheory face and Body Moisturizers and they are mind-blowing. On my face I am using the rejuvenating moisturizer and on my eyes and neck the Regena-C Moisturiser. The Ordinary I am still using their 8% Ascorbic Acid and Arbutin 2%. Everything else was replaced by other products.

[@rayneeday814]

first aid beauty coconut moisturizer.. it comes in a jar and hyram suggested it and i like it!! it’s not heavy, it soaks in really quickly and it’s not sticky, and it’s not too scented either (has a VERY light coconut scent; doesn’t bother me 🤷🏻‍♀️) i use it at night after my cleanser that has SA in it 😬

[@Ebrill_Owen]

If frigging adore The Ordinary’s Marine Hyaluronics! My skin has been so much softer, bouncier and glowy-er since I’ve been using it! I’m almost done with my first bottle even and for the price I will repurchase again and again! It’s my first product by The Ordinary and I’m very intrigued to try more of their products. I also love your Princess Serenity figurine and Luna neon light! Sailor Moon forever lol

[@margauxf4321]

My brother, reminding me that we're running late- Me, surrounded by bottles from the ordinary and inky list: "Hold on! I need to finish mixing my potions!" Also, if I hadn't passed undergrad chemistry I think I would have burned my face off already. It really helps to know the pH of skin, water, your ingredients, and how they react to one another.

[@CharBear248]

My favourite moisturiser is the Cerave, it doesn't leave me feeling too heavily moisturised and oily but also doesn't leave me feeling matte

[@captainpablo9540]

I feel everyone only talks about face skin! I've been washing my hands a million times a day cz of the pandemic these days, and I dont know how to care for the skin of my hands after every wash! I initially tried using a hand cream after every wash but with so much of hand washing it's difficult to spend so much product!!!

[@karatalksaboutstuff7333]

True! If you're buying your own soaps, try using "gentle" or "hydrating" formulas (I've actually been using baby body washes with the National Eczema Association seal on them!). If not...I think you might just want to look for store-brand versions of the classic CeraVe Moisturizing Cream. In the US, I know for sure Target has a knock-off, and I'm pretty sure most drugstores do, too. I hope that's at least a little helpful, but somebody else might have better advice.

[@sofiah1174]

I totally feel you! I get eczema on my hands and it’s hard to find a good one to stay on. One that I really like that’s super hydrating is the Aveeno eczema cream. A little goes a looonnng way. Even if you don’t have eczema it’s a really good cream. A trick that I use is I slather on cream on my hands at night and I put on rubber gloves to seal in the moisture and sleep with them on. You’ll wake up the next day with super soft hands!

[@virgofairy88]

I have eczema on my hands and the hand washing has made it worse. Definitely slather a good moisturizer on your hands and wear gloves at night. Another alternative is wearing a pair of damp socks with a pair of dry socks on top (like tube socks) my immunologist recommended this method and did help but then my eczema came back after I stopped for two weeks. (I’ve had it for 16 years so at this point I’m used to it). Definitely also go for anything unscented and look for soaps that are for sensitive skin (stay away from lush). African black soap is a good formula to try. Good luck!

[@princesspeaches8525]

I've been thinking about this a lot recently too. Also as someone a little older neck, elbows and knees all need some loving these days 😅

[@pincsteam]

So funny that you said that you use the Niacinamide on damp skin and only three drops because that's exactly how I use it! I also use it every other day only and right out of the showe, but I love how it gets rid of pimple scars or any other discoloration so fast for me. Pretty glad that I got the application formula down.

[@micleacristina1615]

I recently started using The Ordinary. So far , so good 👍 After summer I want to use retinol. I hope everything goes well. As a mosturizer I am using Neutral. Super cheap and I have both day cream and night cream but I am using them depending on how dry my skin feels. It gives me a good hidration, my skin feels good. I really like this cream for my face.

[@neilmckimm5077]

I REALLLLLLLY love your haircut James

[@jazzyparntz6451]

I like using Embryoelisse Lait Creme Concentrate as a topper whether under my make up or as a topper over my regular skincare to seal it in, more so during the cooler months when my skin is drier.

[@leoniesableblanc]

Having watched this have just ordered the alpha Arbutin. Never used The Ordinary before. Really interested to see how well it works on me. Find your videos really helpful, thank you James ☺️

[@nikykalita4427]

I am just aww at that glowing sight of your skin😍

[@Jennifer-ns9ym]

My skin has improved so much since I discovered The Ordinary. Alpha Arbutin isn’t even available in Australia so I have to import it from the UK. Same with the AHA BHA peel. And I think the vitamin c formula has changed as it doesn’t feel gritty anymore. I also like the granactive retinol.

[@danielam2536]

Thank you James! I love the moisturizer from Embryolisse, the „lair-Creme concentré“🥰

[@jmondragqueen]

i love The Ordinary serums, they're so good on my skin. i have noticed the caffeine one is quite sticky though. i used to use the hyaluronic acid every day, but now i just use a hyaluronic acid water gel moisturiser and an eye gel. i have quite oily skin, so i try to use minimal products on my skin to avoid over oiliness, but i'll probably start using serum again in the future. I don't know if you've tried this yet on your channel, but you should try Neutrogena hydro boost water gel and gel cream. they're super light weight and super affordable. I found it's comparable to luxury brands. i've been using it for nearly 2 years now and i can't get enough of it

[@annakucerkova2132]

I'm not sure you would approve, but as a cheap moisturizer I love to use aloe vera gel (Holika Holika at the moment) + a few drops of oil. Can even be The Ordinary, as they have rosehip or borage which I love (I usually buy different brands though).

[@virgofairy88]

I used their products for several months and they have saved my skin! I used to get awful breakouts around my chin every month and now I’m getting less of them. I also use the KosRx snail mucin power essence and that has also helped in clearing up my face. My back however is a another story. I think it could be from my shampoo (it’s scented and has coconut oil in it) so I’m switching out to another formula soon.

[@Marjooooo]

The Ordinary was the first skincare line that taught me to take care of my skin at 36 (yes, I'm ancient). I actually moved on to K-beauty world & products and use The Inkey List retinols. My skin never looked better!

[@MsAdlerHolmes]

HEY! We are NOT ancient! K!

[@samwells933]

I’m obsessed with the Boots own Pineapple gel moisturiser, it’s £4 and makes my skin feel gorgeous and great under makeup!