The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner (Dark spot /armpit cleaner )

Product Name: The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner

What It Is

A water-based exfoliating toner containing 7% glycolic acid (an alpha hydroxy acid) that gently exfoliates the skin surface to help smooth texture, even out skin tone, and boost radiance.

Key Ingredients & Features

7% Glycolic Acid — exfoliates dead skin cells; promotes brightness and clearer skin texture.

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water — soothes and hydrates.

Tasmanian Pepperberry Extract — plant-derived ingredient included to help reduce irritation from exfoliation; the color of the formula may vary slightly with season because of this.

Ginseng Root Extract — helps with skin radiance.

pH & Format

The pH is approximately 3.6, which is around the acid’s pKa, meaning the formula is formulated to balance effectiveness and minimize irritation.

Alcohol-free, oil-free, silicone-free, cruelty-free, vegan.

What It Helps With / Benefits

Smooths rough or uneven skin texture.

Fades dullness, helps brighten the skin.

Evens skin tone (helps with hyperpigmentation, dark spots).

Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and signs of aging.

How to Use

Apply in the evening, after cleansing, using fingers or a cotton pad.

Use on face and neck; avoid eye area.

Do not rinse off.

Frequency: start with a few times per week; may increase gradually as tolerated depending on skin sensitivity.

Warnings / Precautions

Do not use on sensitive, peeling, or compromised skin.

As it exfoliates, increases sensitivity to sunlight. Use a sunscreen during the day.

Patch test before first use.