THE ORDINARY - 3 BEST DARK SPOTS & PIGMENTATION PRODUCTS

[@aashimaghai4925]

I love how she went straight into the video no BS intros.

[@lorenaassis4486]

Aashima Ghai that’s why I love her videos

[@mercymveree3971]

Yup

[@mewuel]

That’s Cassandra 💕😍

[@kro0018]

Yes, agreed. But With some Cassandra cringe moments too ☺️😂

[@reactceptiondude2379]

and proceeds to waffle for an hour

[@christinafontaine3804]

I came to find out which product was the best for hyperpigmentation, and I got a whole biology lesson😆

[@JessaEstrada1315]

But it’s helpful right?

[@aounraza6701]

@@JessaEstrada1315 hmmm

[@lilyoh7460]

I’m using azeliac acid from the ordinary and it works wonder🤗

[@amantauqir942]

Lily Oh Can it remove the damage caused by years of exposure to sun?

[@lilyoh7460]

Aman Tauqir base on my experienced. Using products for hyperpigmentation/ melasma/ old acne scars, it doesn’t work like magic and our skin reacts to the products differently. So I advice you to try it out and use it consistently if you see improvements. I recommend, azeliac acid, retinol, vitamin C serum, niacinamide, I used derma roller for my old acne scars..

[@anareginacoronado1147]

She called me a beautiful butterfly :)

[@margaretowoeye7766]

Yes. She did. Yes. You are.

[@anareginacoronado1147]

@@margaretowoeye7766 you're too, have a nice weekend Margaret!

[@poornachandra3222]

She said fr me too

[@agenteneko007]

Even if I don't touch my pimples, they end up as dark spots :(

[@azeetatamang7133]

Mine too 😭

[@mirita3662]

Same

[@PotentialGaming]

fr

[@manikaaa__123]

Same 😭

[@agenteneko007]

@K yourlive I do. Everyday. Is just the way some person's body heals

[@JanaManderson]

Now THIS is content.. This is so in depth and professional, other youtubers speaking about the ordinary should hide lmao, great job!!

[@divajamable]

I am obsessed with your channel and I am obsessed the ordinary products. I struggle with hyperpignentation so I have much appreciation for this video.

[@jackiebless7031]

Christina Gordon me too 🙏👏👌

[@divajamable]

@heynowhey I like the AHA 30% BHA 2% peeling solution. I also use Niacinamide 10% with zinc 1% and recently I have been trying the Azelaic acid. They are amazing in reducing my breakouts, improving overall skin texture and lightening my dark spots.

[@jackiebless7031]

Christina Gordon when do you use the niacinamide? Morning or evening?

[@divajamable]

@@jackiebless7031 I use it both in the morning and night.

[@CassandraBankson]

Christina Gordon I am so grateful for your comments, and for your viewership at this channel! You and I definitely can both recognize good skin care when we see it. Everyone seems to love these videos, and I love creating them because I love the line and what is behind the brand. I really hope that you enjoyed, and if you have any future requests for products or anything else be sure to let me know!

[@AshBuriva]

LOVE this video and it came at such a perfect time as I'm trying to fade hyperpigmentation from picking at my acne. I wish you would suggest a skincare routine with these products, that would be great! Like one for oily, one for dry, sensitive... Thanks Cassandra. You're amazing! I have binge watched all your videos. So informative!

[@CassandraBankson]

Aysha BR Hello beautiful and thank you so much for the request! I’m so happy you enjoy this video and then it came at a good time. Generally, I would recommend adding these in as the actives, as long as they don’t interfere with anything else in your routine! If I were to build a routine for those with pigmentation issues, would you want it to be brand specific, meeting just for using the ordinary products, or would you like other, and potentially better brands, mixed in with some of the recommendations found here? How price sensitive are you? All of this would be helpful information and I would be more than happy to consider!

[@leighbeejenke2216]

Hi there, I know you have a lot of these to answer but I was wondering if you know which products would be good to use together AM and PM for melasma. Also, I live in the desert and have REALLY dry skin all the time and I'm old (44), hence fine lines. I used a routine that I emailed Deciem about but I feel like it turned my super dry. So far, AM I use micellar water>alpha arbutin 2%HA>niacinamide10%/zinc1%>magnesium ascorbyl phosphate10%>B oil> and a mixture of B oil mixed in to CeraVe moisture cream (I'm parched). PM is glycolic acid 7% toner>Granactive retinoid 2% emulsion>rosehip seed oil>and my CeraVe B oil mixture again. I switch weeks on the PM and use micellar water, alpha arbutin 2%HA, vitamin C suspension with HA spheres 2% and my lotion mix. In the AM on those weeks I use micellar>marine hyaluronics>buffet> CeraVe mix. I just don't feel like anything is working on my spots. I have dark splotches and white splotches intermingled with the dark on my cheeks only. It's pretty annoying and I've tried everything and been living with it for YEARS. I've seen most of your videos and I'm really trust your input. Please help if you can. Thanks!!! Oh, I use CeraVe AM sunscreen every day too.

[@AshBuriva]

@@CassandraBankson Thanks for getting back to me! I only just started creating a real skincare routine for the first time in my life it feels, so I have no idea what to do. I was wondering how to add them in and avoid interference with my differin gel, or vitamin c, or buffet peptide solution, or niacinamide. I use a lot of the ordinary products, mainly because I like the price range, but I think for me anything under the $20 would be great. A lot of people I've met, including myself, are in the same situation: in their late 20s, and wondering if we deal with ageing (I already have lines of my forehead!), acne, hyperpigmentation, texture... it feels like we need to do it all, and how do we do that without our products "cancelling each other out" with their pHs and whatnot.

[@AshBuriva]

@@CassandraBankson I would love to see you create skincare routines for different skin types with different conditions in the price range of the ordinary; like light skin with rosacea or my case which is Fitzpatrick 4 with normal to combination skin and acne / hyperpigmentation / texture / wrinkles, etc. Thank you so so much. You're the best! Love ❤

[@rachelborg9977]

@@CassandraBankson Hi Cassandra! thank you so much for the videos you are amazing! I would love a video on the ordinary products regime AM and PM to face hyperpigmentation. I read and watched so many videos that now I am so confused. I have bought these products, I figured that AM routine: 1. Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA 2. Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% 3. Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmite Solution Even though they say that you should not mix Niacinamide with vit C. PM routine: 1. Glycolid Acid 7% 2. Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA thank you so much !

[@thanmaitaduri6978]

Being someone suffering from hyperpigmentation, I really needed this video.... and I have been using the 2% alpha arbutin and 8% ascorbic acid. and I can see a huge difference in my skin!!

[@saweramohammad3448]

Yay! Was it irritating to your skin or causing stinging?

[@thanmaitaduri6978]

@@saweramohammad3448 Nope, no stinging at all. but my skin is used to strong actives. I did feel that my skin was sensitive so I didn't put on any makeup for a week. Now it's normal and I use just 3 drops, spreads well if the skin is damp.

[@CassandraBankson]

Thanmai Taduri Wow this is so wonderful to hear! I am so so so happy it has been working for you, and really happy that you not only love these videos as much as I do, but that you took the time to comment! Thank you for your love and support!

[@auroraglacialis]

Do you use it in the AM or PM and in combination with any of the other mentioned products?

[@thanmaitaduri6978]

auroraglacialis i use the glycolic acid toner every alternate day, then i use this ascorbic acid. It might seem harsh but my skin is used to it. I then use my sunscreen n moisturiser. This is my AM routine. Cuz i use retinol in the evening which is not compatible with these products..

[@Samuella133]

if only all youtubers provided this amount of information and transparency. thank you! i think old product reviews are going to become history ...noone cares about what chick likes what product...we need the full informational breakdown, science and cheap prices.

[@jaspreetkaur4618]

I always prefer to read the comments instead of listening to the influencers

[@RukhShariq]

I need a video where you teaching us how and when to use these products with our other skin regime. Thanks

[@venusvalera8692]

I second that it would be so helpful

[@GeneCapri]

Tysm for including a chart for the Fitzpatrick scale! So many people are deeply confused by it. You have such an effective way of delivering information to your audience 🦋

[@CassandraBankson]

Michael Brown i’m so happy that you find it enjoyable and structured! I really think it is such an interesting and beautiful topic to discuss, but I know that textbooks can often make it more confusing than it should be. I appreciate you for acknowledging it and leaving this comment! Looking forward to seeing you in the comments in the future!

[@ashleydaniels9427]

@@CassandraBankson hello 👋🏽 just discovered your channel today and it’s fantastic! Thank you for all the valuable info. I was trying to purchase the 3 items you recommended from The Ordinary, however it looks like the 3rd one- Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate 10% is no longer available for purchase. Do you have a recommendation for a substitute as part of the 3 product regiment? (I’m fighting melasma is that’s relevant at all ;) Thank you for your time!

[@pearlperez2239]

I appreciate that you get right into the info. And dont have a huuuuge intro and backstory. Yesss I’m subscribing

[@ashecacomplains328]

You explain everything so clear and well and I love how you speak in a way that’s so UNDERSTANDING with no questions left after !!! Just a “OH I GET ITTTTT NOWWWW”

[@karinabliss2671]

you have NO idea how excited i am to see the lactic acid because i just bought it trying to deal with my own pigmentation

[@za5056]

same, but i couldnt find THE ORDINARY Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate 10% 30 mL in the shops near me i want to buy it as well

[@alaiaadam5767]

🌟🌟🌝🌟 03:10 On. 06:30 lactic acid 10 + HA Magnesium ascorbyl Phosphate Gonna try all

[@hopesumandea8581]

I hope you’re doing well! I love your content, but please don’t over work yourself. Thank you for being a wonderful human being! 💛

[@CassandraBankson]

Hope Sumandea I just wanted to take a moment and thank you so much for this comment! I really appreciate your genuine concern for my health and well-being. I am home now and definitely feeling better than I was, and although I am still trying to get out regular content, I really appreciate you reminding me that it’s not expected or a necessity. I hope you know that I appreciate that kindness, compassion, and your comment! Sending you huge hugs

[@hopesumandea8581]

Oh my goodness, I didn’t expect you to reply!!! You made my day!!! You’re welcome! I’m glad my comment encouraged you! Love you so much!☺️

[@purpleangie7176]

*My family:* Hyram- my skincare junkie dad Cassandra- My smart mom Liah - my soft caring sister me - a mess

[@fewithmusic]

Can I be part of this family too? 😆❤️

[@vivianvuong2731]

I wanna join the family tooo

[@CainP]

Gothamista is your loving aunt

[@maryangela9392]

@@CainP yesss 🤧💖

[@smugbugs7031]

HHAHHAHAGAGAAGAHA YESSS

[@tee6790]

you’re so bright and cute lmao. thank you for this lesson lol, it’s honestly so educational and your attitude makes me feel like i wanna keep listening and learning more💀❤️

[@rosanaromero7211]

You have to be a Doctor,,OMG you explained so perfectly, you are very smart that's why I love,,love loved your videos. Thank you for the information!! 😘

[@CassandraBankson]

Rosana Romero You are so sweet and I’m so happy you enjoy these videos! Yes, someday I hope to work in dermatology and have the opportunity to focus on not only patient care but also patient education. Unfortunately that’s not the reality now, so I cannot treat or diagnose disease, but please take everything I say as a helpful educated opinion and I hope that you enjoy learning with me along the way!

[@FlowerRemedy6]

I love your excitement when you talk about anatomy of the skin and skin care.

[@deWolfe1066]

She came in carrying all her grief, then steeled herself to look....then the moment of disbelief and elation. A beautiful moment ❤

[@essamd9510]

I’m a doctor and I always recommended Vitamin C serum for brightening the skin, reducing scars and giving it that glow💛 I recently did a video on all that Vitamin C does for the skin. I love your vitamin C guide for each skin type!

[@searose777]

I’ve been using organic Vitamin C Serum for a month or more now and it’s barely helped with my acne hyperpigmentation caused by picking at my acne 🥺😢

[@essamd9510]

Beulah307 ugh I understand that struggle. I dealt with acne for years and also dealt with dermatology giving me advice that did nothing for me. Have you tried a salicylic face wash?

[@amdperacha]

What's your opinion on ascorbic acid powders to make a DIY vitamin C serum? I feel like it always oxidizes on my skin, makes me tan and actually gives the appearance of aged skin.

[@moinbhatti2816]

If My cleanser is water based, and my moisturizer contains water am I able to still use “Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2%” in my regimen? Because the website stated that they highly recommend not using it with other formulations that contain water.

[@pr209]

Essa MD “Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate 10%” is impossible to find where I live, what do you think if instead I use “Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12%”?? It’s also water based, so should it also work with the “Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA” formule? (I skip the lactic acid as I do chemical exfoliation once a week and I was recommended not to mix those two). Thank you so much!

[@tamevauch5948]

OMG! I actually see the word HYPOPIGMENTATION!! NEVER see that or is it ever addressed! It's my issue! Kudos!!! TY so much!!

[@sarahstroud6021]

I’m so glad you’re back!! I hope you’re feeling better! I love you Cassie!

[@CassandraBankson]

Sarah Stroud I love you too Sara! Thank you so much for these kind words. It has definitely been difficult and I will be posting a video that I found a while ago whenever I get around to editing it. Thank you so much for understanding and your support!!

[@joycesewald1788]

Wow, you just explained it better than most popular dermatologist on KZbin!! What an educational video ❤❤

[@211sweetypie]

Thanks Cassandra. I've had acne skin problems all my life. I'm 64 y/o and I've had the worst breakout ever. I started to take Zinc and Vitiman A. It help stop the outbreaks but now my face is covered with dark black spots. You have encouraged me to try these products. I hope they can help.

[@librimix]

just subscribed bc i have dry dry dry skin w acne and you've taught me more rather than selling me more!! I live in a house hold where all of our money goes to food and heat so i'm glad i finally found a channel that is authentic and not just trying/promoting stuff for the $$$

[@sanchezwifey6036]

Hi, you made a really good point of differentiating the between darkenss "on the top or on the bottom of the skin" ...I had no clue there was a difference. How do we determine which we are suffering from? Thanks beautiful!

[@ellie-tk4jy]

yeh please answer this!!

[@ozioma]

i rarely hear about the dangers of common skincare ingredients for skin my color! thank you for what you do!

[@kameron.r]

Love ur vid. I’m gonna glow up by getting rid of my hyperpigmentation and feeling for confident

[@gleidissantos5815]

Im a teacher, and teaching during this pandemic has increased my anxiety problems. Today after another meeting of "Hey guys, we know is a lot to ask of you, especially during this times, but here are a 100 new things you have to have ready before Friday..." I ended up here. Cassandra your channel has become my official safe place. So thank you. I needed to say it. (.... also, putting my coping mechanism aside, your videos are really informational and of great bennefit to my oily skin)

[@Jen-gi1fk]

How funny is it I literally put that Video title into google last evening & there you were, presenting me the solution as if you knew 😍

[@sin23ish]

Wow! What a presentation of the products. I honestly thought it was sponsored until I scrolled down to make sure. You sold me!

[@bethbremeremrich6228]

Another request for a layering, how to video for these products. Pretty please 🙏🏻!!!!

[@bjarbj944]

Thank you so much for this video it’s so hard to find you tubers who address issues that are less common in the younger crowd

[@rinakevat5451]

Hi. I am using the products you mentioned. I do have pigmentation around my mouth.. it's working.. but still I have visible pigmentation. M planning for baby now.. can you please make a video on what products from ordinary can be used during pregnancy. Loads of love 💓 One of butterflies from India 🥰😘

[@ssjgara]

I love your ecstasy. You genuinely love skin care & it‘s fun to watch you talking about it. :)

[@ellamayem6414]

I love your videos since not only do you recommend great products, you also bring a quick science lesson! I am currently transitioning to veganism, and was wondering if you could go more into depth of your diet. I have watched all your current vegan lifestyle videos, and noticed you were willing to do more, hopefully in the future.

[@venusvalera8692]

If your looking for some great recipes follow @thevegan8 @bishbashbosh

[@Judy122550]

I am a new subscriber. I bought a microscope the one you have & wanted to seea video on it. I googled it & your channel came up. I am so happy I found your channel I will be 70 this year & I feel no matter how old one is it is always good to learn more about ones skin Thank you for all the icontent you give us Have a lovley day ( I have a lot of catching up to do on your videos ) Judy

[@sundehhh6797]

girl you're so pretty 💕

[@hudatan6724]

Little suggestion to Cassandra.. Would love to have precautions included for the use of each product. Ie: retinol not to be used with vitamin C as u said in the other video. Really appreciate your sharing. In love with your videos.

[@charlottekeenan125]

Huda Tan if you go onto the ordinary website and click on regimen guide it will explain each product and which one it conflicts with

[@noy_husain]

I have melasma and sunburn, these are The Ordinary products that I use: AM: ascorbic acid 8%+alpha arbutin 2% ~ vitamin c ~ azelaic acid PM: niaciamide ~ granactive retinoid 5% in squalane ~ magnesium ascorbyl Pls correct me if I use wrong product combos. Thank you, Cassandra

[@noy_husain]

One more, if I want to use lactic acid, where should I put it in my AM/PM routine above? Thank you ❤️

[@sylviacortes2871]

Omg I’m so obsessed with her videos She is so knowledgeable !!!! Thank you!

[@qt.lunaaa]

Love your videos! Can you do a simple skincare routine for oily-acne prone skin using The Ordinary products? Xx

[@LeftSideOfHistory]

I'd love you to do a skincare video for people with EDS since our collagen is faulty and I do wonder how that impacts skincare

[@womanofgod2948]

You have come such a long way, I am happy for you. Much love all the way from Trinidad 👏🇹🇹😇

[@amandateoh1164]

I thought this was a new beauty skincare channel... but damn you’re near 1 million subs!

[@TamaraLeaMusic]

Love these products ! You’re very thorough in your explanations .

[@CassandraBankson]

Tamara Lea i’m so happy that you enjoy them! I know that it can be confusing, but I personally find the bio chemistry of skin and cosmetics fascinating! I’m so happy that you share in that excitement! Sending hugs and looking forward to seeing you in more comments sections :)

[@lisamarie7268]

Can you do a video on laser treatments for hyperpigmentation? Particularly for severe periorbital hyperpigmentation. I'm definitely going to try these products but it looks like my hyperpigmentation is pretty bad.

[@MyLoVeLyMaN]

I was expecting you to mention azelaic acid. For me the best for post acne hyperpigmentation! :)

[@CassandraBankson]

MyLoVeLyMaN hey dear it is definitely a phenomenal ingredient! Highly recommended just not one of my top three for these conditions - if you have rosacea it is definitely one of the best! Working on editing a video of that soon

[@blessngifted]

I agree with everything you said. I'm ready to get rid of hyperpigmentation.

[@treeseer1573]

Whoa you’re soooooooo knowledgeable!!!!! I’m shook !!

[@marshareagan7655]

Cassandra, where have you been all my life? You are a lifesaver. Amazing videos. Love the explanations and the breakdowns. Thank You for all of your hard work.

[@TEN-wo3yb]

Would you mind explaining super fast Which other The Ordinary products would you recommend NOT mixing with these 3 and which ones SHOULD be mixed as it will make the products work better? Im afraid of causing a bad reaction

[@CassandraBankson]

TEN hey absolutely! Great question. For the first product with l ascorbic acid, you should avoid mixing it with products that have water. Unfortunately, water can easily degrade L ascorbic acid can become easily oxidized into something called dehydroascorbic acid, this mainly happens in the body but it can also happen when you apply it on your skin. Not the end of the world, but it renders the product less useful. Make sure that your skin is completely dry when you’re applying, and make sure that you are not putting on a water-based moisturizer after. Additionally, the vitamin C works best in a low pH, so I do you only using something like a glycolic acid before hand to prep the skin would help it penetrate nicely. For the lactic acid, it is a beautiful ingredients and it is water soluble, so avoid putting it on top of any oil’s. You can definitely use oil’s afterwards. Because it is very powerful, I would also recommend avoiding any other acids, such as salicylic or glycolic, just to make sure your skin can handle it. Once you’ve built up a tolerance it should not be a problem For the magnesium ascorbic phosphate, this is a really great form of vitamin C. It’s actually very stable because of the silicone and can really be used wisely! It is best used alongside a sunscreen because of the way they complement each other. If you are using a benzyl peroxide in your routine, try to avoid using a vitamin C at the same time. Just because the benzyl peroxide can destroyer the vitamin C and make them both useless. I really hope this helps! Also, please excuse any grammatical errors! Using voice dictation to type this on my phone so apologies for anything that Siri misspelled

[@sobean9309]

@@CassandraBankson I am using the l ascorbic acid powder against my hyperpigmentation but for now i always mixed it with a moisturizing hyaluronic serum to apply it. Since this is water based this was not the best idea if I understood you correctly. What shall I mix the powder with to get the full results? Thank you so so much in advance!!!!

[@Ridiculi]

@@sobean9309 Try squalane.

[@sobean9309]

@@Ridiculi squalane oil?

[@paquitaelmaestro1576]

I love the characters you use to illustrate things on your channel; they are beautiful and inclusive 😘 keep up the good work Cassandra !

[@xoxobabyash]

i saw a lot comments mentioning they are using the Niacinamide instead. I too just started using the Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% and it looks pretty promising. Would love to know what your thoughts are on Niacinamide compared to the products you mentioned above and also the routine for it. I am someone who struggle with fungal acne and finding a routine that did not clash with other skincare products can be quite the struggle ☹️

[@daniellechooquan4191]

This video made me purchase the Alpha Arbutin. Soo excited!!

[@AlexC-wd2ru]

You are incredible. I am in love with your videos! You explain things so well! Would it be too much trouble to ask you to create a video in where you create skin care regimes for layering products to get the best results per skin care concern? I suffer with pretty much everything. I have hyperpigmentation, acne scarring, sun spots, sun damaged, wrinkles you name it 😅 So I really struggle as I have so many of The Ordinary products, all for different skin concerns so I never know which products to use together, or when I should focus on which concern. I am just overwhelmed🙁 You do such an amazing job with your videos and I really trust your judgment. So thank you for everything you’ve already put out so far! It’s been such a great help! ♥️

[@ForeverFashion2111]

You change my life 😩😩 I’m Learning so much about hormonal ance and hyperpigmentation amazing thank you ❤️

[@piyusarkar3065]

Oh my god! I love your energy and smile, and you explain so well ❤️

[@michelleakua4812]

I love the science behind this as well! Thanks for being so informative!

[@lorenaassis4486]

Omg I trust you so much that after I was done with the video , I bought all 3 products🤣

[@hudatan6724]

Love the way she speaks.

[@hudatan6724]

Suggestion.. Would love to have precautions told about using each product. Ie.. Retinol not to be used with vitamin C as u said in other video. Really in love with your videos. Tq for sharing all these knowledge.

[@jessicalackey9820]

I've been using The Ordinary Lactic Acid 10% for a couple months now and I absolutely LOVE it. My skin is more smooth and soft than ever and my severe acne scars have improved SO much .🙌🏻 (I also started recently using the glycolic toner and the retinoid in squalane and have been extremely happy with those too!) I will also add that I've been using different brands of Vitamin C (even expensive ones) for years and none of them have even come close to helping my skin the way this lactic acid has!

[@zahrahadi109]

Hi! I get laser treatment to my face, and I hope you can make a video about what skincare will help the skin! Love your channel

[@priyankakapoor570]

Hello... thank you for the info.. i am dealing with hyperpigmentation and Melasma.. please tell me how to use these products, whether am or pm and in which order... thank you 🙏

[@hajiadela183]

Me too

[@sumangalaasok65]

Ahhh this love I just got on recommend by KZbin . I love that she is sooo unbiased and true to her butterflies and I am one know . SUBSCRIBED❤️ Lotsssss of love from India

[@asteriaastra4292]

I tried the ordinary niacinamide one and it's effective! I don't get lot of pimps. I still do but it's not that much like before. And yeah having a good diet and lifestyle could really help a lot. I did those after watching your videos hoho..💖 and gonna try other good products you mentioned. 😄 one of the best feeling is knowing now what works on you. 😘

[@mehakmanoj5814]

Z A how much time did it take to work

[@JustinDanielsStar]

Good for you. It broke me out painfully. Had to stop after 2 days.

[@heatherchamberlin7877]

My mother passed away 10 years ago at the age of 91. she wore sunscreen and sun hats. Her skin was perfect. When I lived in Seattle, WA, the only people I noticed wearing sun hats were me and the older Asaian lades(who had great skin)

[@chaelisa2763]

I’m sorry to hear this 😢

[@tracie3]

I’m so desperate to find something to deal with bad Melasma (I’m pretty pale) & some redness on mature, combo skin.. I’ve been looking at The Ordinary and trying to figure out a routine/products I need.. It’s all so overwhelming!

[@clumsyme9197]

Me too 😣

[@eshaandham5146]

Came for the products, learned a whole biology course 🤩

[@GlennKocoTheFourth]

Ahhh I love these videos but spot treatment meaning just on that area because the vitamin C seems to be helpful for the whole skin ? Also yes I would like to know if I cancels other ordinary products like retinol or oils ? Thank you 🙏🏻

[@RyaTee]

Thank you i have just purchased the two serums. I cant wait to try them o suffer from acne and hypigmentation. This video has been most helpful xxx

[@saumyaa2979]

omg! This is what I was looking for. Thank you Cassandra

[@foreverprecious7239]

I love her enthusiasm

[@maih1419]

Your videos are so informative 😭😭 i learn so much about skin everytime

[@SweetCidatsme]

I love your videos. I purchased lactic acid and alpha arbutin before watching this based on a lot of research and another one of your videos. I have dark spots due to acne and the few changes I have made are working very well. You're a lifesaver.

[@Ice-re1jt]

Hey Cassandra! Could you give us your opinions on Kojic acid? I have heard the soap is really good for hyperpigmentation but I am a bit hesitant to purchase and wondering how to incorporate this product with the aha’s I already use in my routine

[@alodipadebnath2704]

Your skin is just flawless

[@sofiagienne2607]

It’s like watching “Dr. Spencer Reid” explaining about anti aging beauty products.😅

[@alessiadenuccio1547]

I love your videos about The ordinary products! Since I discovered your channel I’m obsessed with it! Thank you for your help! Hope your doing well ❤️

[@emmamayea8762]

I think freckles are cute! My mom has freckles and she looks pretty :)

[@the22ndday]

I love all the info you give to us, thank you! It would be so helpful if you would put the name of the product your talking about on the screen so I can pause and write it down. Sometimes I will replay and replay but I still can’t get the name of the product. Again thank you for all the great info!

[@gabrielaaraiza-nieblas6114]

Instead of the Vitamin C you recommended can i use Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2% ? Thank you 😊 in advance 😁

[@leahegipcialita13]

thanks for look so natural and fresh on your videos. I guess make us be more comfortable and real.

[@jessrose4301]

I just found you and now I'm obsessed. And holy shit are you beautiful.

[@muta_othernames]

Great video! Will be getting the Alpha Arbutin + Ascorbic Acid

[@shreyashrestha610]

Does lactic acid help with hyperpigmentation around the mouth?

[@saweramohammad3448]

I was wondering that too. I thought lactic acid is a quite big molecule so work more so on the surface, compared to salicylic acid which penetrates deeper (and glycolic is in between). I don't know what causes hyperpigmentation around the mouth and how deep in the layers it is though

[@CassandraBankson]

sofi shrestha hey dear! Yes, it should! If it is indeed hyperpigmentation, all of these active ingredients should help.Xo

[@Jezebel066]

Just learned this last week from your other video. I have hypopigmentstion. I think from the 5 yrs I used tretinoin & didn’t use sunscreen. Ever. Not even on the lake all day 😫 I thought if I wasn’t burning it was ok. And I looked so pretty tan! Man I wish I had a time machine... Been using glycolic acid awhile now. Just applied the ascorbic acid for second time. 🤞🏼

[@paayelagarwaal8766]

How and when to use these products.Should all 3 be used together one after the other? Also I thought niacinamide would be on the list since it helps with hyperpigmentation.

[@arpitha1234]

Love it when ppl talk science 🤓

[@preetdhaliwal9655]

Hi, can you please let me know If its effective to fade the wound scars on face ?

[@CassandraBankson]

Preet Dhaliwal hello and thank you so much for your comment! What a great question. To be honest, it depends on your skin type, as well as the type of scar - is the scar raised and purple? Is it flat and silver? Is it in dented? Many scars start off purple or pink as they are healing, and turn white over time. Have other scars on your body done this? Either way, one of the best things you can do for a new scar is keep it hydrated Dash some oils with nice antioxidants can really help! The ordinary has some inexpensive ones, but some other great brands are wander beauty, the inky list, and even Murad. Juice Beauty also has some good ones!! Once the scar has set in and fully healed, you can start doing other treatments for it, such as micro needling or micro dermabrasion. Please keep in mind that a professional should evaluate your skin before doing these treatments, as they can cause the condition to worsen if done on the wrong skin type. I really hope that this helps! PS, using my phone to voice dictate this answer so I apologize if there are any spelling or grammatical errors!

[@Phoenixx1322]

Do you have a video on retinol and if it's good or bad for the skin and should you wear it during the day or night? Haven't seen one and I watch you often, love you My Butterfly🦋

[@ardensity1175]

Can we use all three products after one another? Or do we alternate them by days? I don't wanna damage my skin from combining them.

[@martinmoore8216]

Thank you so much for helping my understanding and more to the point clearing up some of my misconceptions.

[@riyapatel438]

Do these work for post acne red marks or just dark brown spots??

[@CassandraBankson]

Riya Patel Hey gorgeous amazing question! The truth is that it doesn’t depend on the color, but it depends on the cost. If the skin is having a pigmentation response, then yes that should work. If the red spots are caused by something else, such as broken capillaries or an allergy, then you would want to look at ingredients that work better for vascular problems, such as rosacea. Happy to do a video on that in the future if you would like. I hope this helps!

[@riyapatel438]

@@CassandraBankson thanks!!

[@rachellerachelle71]

Cassandra you are the GURU!!!! Why don't you create your OWN products to help us who love and agree with EVERYTHING you believe in!!!! I would LOVE an all in one product that has ALL these ingredients in one bottle!!!!! PLEASE create at least this one product and/or all in one acne/hyperpigmentation solution!!!! PLEASE!!!!

[@sarahstroud6021]

Could you do a video on Korean skincare?

[@CassandraBankson]

Sarah Stroud Hey, Sarah! It’s so good to see you here. I hope you have been doing well! How is life and family and everything else?! Yes, I can definitely look into some Korean products. Which ones are you most curious about?

[@netti6010]

Cassandra Bankson id love to hear you talk about snail mucin products!

[@user-do2ls3jx3m]

Some of the poppular ones are laneige, mamonde, soonjung, klairs, cosrx, innisfree and the body shop!

[@00justsayin00]

The best snail product results I’ve had are from Cosrx, Benton, & Mizon, in that order.

[@Kelly_Ben]

Cos de baha!

[@juwitaita1658]

The ordinary is my favourite skin care products. I used niacinamide + alpha arbutin + peeling solution

[@isidorazoric6781]

what order are you using with those products? i understand that you use peeling solution once a week, but with niacinamid and alpha arbutin, what do you put first? or do u use one in the morning one in the eving? and how is that working for you so far?💖