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Good Molecules Squalane Oil Versus The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum

Oil
Serum
American Brand United States
Canadian Brand Canada

Updated on March 30, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 0 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Reviews

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Good Molecules Squalane Oil 1 ingredient

4.8 /5
from 5 ratings
Absorbs Well (5) Great Value (3) Hydrating (3)
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janet hampton

4 months ago
Review

I was on a heavy course of antibiotics 2 years ago shortly after that I began my battle with fungal acne. It took me almost 2 years to figure out that it was fungal & not bacterial. So to say the least it became much worse when it was miss diagnosed & my dermatologist treated my for bacterial acne. Once I figured out it was fungal I had my nutritionist put me on a yeast detox protocol. I then used Show more

#great value
#hydrating
#light
#absorbs well
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Sam G

5 months ago
Review

Using a few weeks now and I love. Makes my skin velvety, hasn’t broken me out, and isn’t oily.

#hydrating
#absorbs well

The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum 23 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 64 ratings
Hydrating (15) Sticky (14) No Scent (12)
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Ela

3 months ago
Review

I didn’t do anything for me. I didn’t feel particularly hydrated, B5 also didn’t help with anything 🤷🏻‍♀️ I rather use other products where I see results over night.

I tried to dilute it with Niacinamide serum 10%, it started to pill. I was curious if it’s just my failed attempt or it’s generally a problem and yes… if I apply those serums even one after the other, it starts to pill 🙈 that’s a Show more

#pilling
#no scent
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cgi

2 years ago
Review

there's better out there!
i like the ordinary. most of their products are wonderful and, impressively, effective. especially for being on the cheaper side. however, their hyaluronic acid serum isn't as impressive. i want to say I'm in love with this one, but i barely saw any results.

as i incorporated this serum into my routine, my skin felt a lot smoother like a baby's bum. i would use it Show more