In February 2024, the Domestic Goblin decided to give The Ordinary skincare line another chance after being disappointed with some of their products in 2018/2019.
Items purchased and in the testing phase are:
~ Salicylic Acid 2% Solution
Claims to help decongest the skin.
Improves the blemishes from hyperpigmentation.
Will initially use in the evening once a month followed by a moisturiser.
~ Ethylated Ascorbic Acid 15% Solution
Described as an expectionally stable, direct acting form of Vitamin C.
Will initially use this once a week in the morning after cleansing and before applying sunscreen.
~ 100% Plant-Derived Squalane
Non-comodogenic.
Can be used on face and hair.
Will use in the evening when extra moisturisation is needed. For example, after using salicylic acid.
UPDATE
The salicylic acid solution foamed up on the face despite adjusting the amount used and despite adjusting the application technique. After 4-6 weeks, her skin barrier was sensitive and took at least a further fortnight to heal. Not sure if this was a purge effect but the Domestic Goblin decided to discontinue usage and reverted back to low percentage chemical peel pads.
Verdict: ❌
Although there were noticeable improvements to hyperpigmentation, after four months of usage, the ethylated ascorbic acid may have triggered contact dermatitis around DG's eyelids.
Verdict: ❌
Skim and hair actually felt drier after using the squalane. DG will revert back to her trusted favourites.
Verdict: ❌
Even though these products were recommended by Dr Vanita Rattan for people of colour, DG is once again disappointed with The Ordinary...
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