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72% would recommend
Why we ranked it No. 50 in skincare
Sample
52 redditors with explicit opinion · 8 positive · 2 negative · 1 neutral
Score
0.522 — formula: 0.75 × % positive + 0.25 × pos/neg ratio
Confidence95% CI: 43–90% · the true approval rate falls in this range with 95% statistical confidence
Verdict
Mixed — Threshold-based label from our methodology.
Sources
r/SkincareAddiction, r/acne, r/30PlusSkinCare, r/IndianSkincareAddicts, r/TheOrdinarySkincare + 2 more
The · skincare
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Ordinary Glycolic
r/SkincareAddictionr/acner/30PlusSkinCarer/IndianSkincareAddictsr/TheOrdinarySkincarer/AsianBeauty
TL;DR — Reddit consensus
Multi-purpose 7% glycolic toner that works on body KP, bumps, and brightening. Some users see no difference on stubborn bumps.
What redditors love
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Clears keratosis pilaris and arm bumps when used consistently
“especially The Ordinary Glycolic Toner, which I've used on my body with great results (KP + brightening)”
u/u/One_Researcher4897
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Works on back acne when sprayed after showering
“i now spray the ordinary glycolic acid on my back every other day after i shower”
u/u/myhippodrivesacar
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Effective enough that users buy a second bottle
“Finished a bottle of The Ordinary Glycolic Acid - here's why I repurchased”
u/u/Deep_Mardionberry25
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Large bottle works well in spray format for body
“Using the Ordinary glycolic acid in a spray bottle is GENIUS!!”
u/u/FeatherMom
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Multipurpose for both face and body concerns
“Currently using The Ordinary Glycolic Acid toner, and thats multipurpose and doing a great job”
u/u/CandyConnoisseur777
What they don’t
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Doesn't work on all types of arm bumps
“I tried The Ordinary glycolic acid for my arm bumps… still stuck with them”
u/u/Skincare_Sam
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May show no visible difference after initial use period
“I've recently added The Ordinary Glycolic acid 7% exfoliation cleanser, but I am not really seeing any difference”
u/u/Swimming_Dot_3084
Direct quotes
What 11 redditors actually said.
Top 6 by confidence shown — expand below for the rest. Click any to open the original on Reddit.
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u/Deep_Mardionberry25
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r/IndianSkincareAddicts
Finished a bottle of The Ordinary Glycolic Acid - here’s why I repurchased Posting a very no-nonsense take on The Ordinary
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u/One_Researcher4897
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r/TheOrdinarySkincare
d recovery days. I'm pretty comfortable with some products already — especially The Ordinary Glycolic Toner, which I've used on my body with great results (KP + brightening). But I’
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u/FeatherMom
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r/SkincareAddiction
Omg OP. Using the Ordinary glycolic acid in a spray bottle is GENIUS!! Here I was looking for giant disposable cott
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u/CandyConnoisseur777
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r/AsianBeauty
rks and bumpy skin on my arms and shoulder. Worked pretty well. Currently using The Ordinary Glycolic Acid toner, and thats multipurpose and doing a great job so wont be repurchasin
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u/Skincare_Sam
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r/SkincareAddiction
[Product Request] I tried The Ordinary glycolic acid for my arm bumps… still stuck with them I’ve had these small red bumps on
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u/Swimming_Dot_3084
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r/acne
m currently using Cerave SA cleaner and CeraVe moisturizer. I’ve recently added The Ordinary Glycolic acid 7% exfoliation cleanser, but I am not really seeing any difference. Is the
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"body washing! i think the conditioner i used was causing my bacne. i now spray the ordinary glycolic acid on my back every other day after i shower and then put any body cream or b"
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"of them, not even a mark to indicate where they popped out.
Products used:
- The Ordinary Glycolic Acid Toner 7%
- The Ordinary Lactic Acid 10% + HA
Kind of excited that I might"
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"t but since estee lauder bought it the prices went up. i still have a bottle of the ordinary glycolic acid but i ain't going to buy anything from them anymore."
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The conversations we're watching.
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Finished A Bottle Of The Ordinary Glycolic Acid
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Routine Review Started A New Routine With The
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r/AsianBeauty
2025 Skincare Empties Reviews
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r/SkincareAddiction
Product Request I Tried The Ordinary Glycolic
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How Can I Get Rid Of These Bumps
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