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When (and how) to use Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner by The Ordinary

Last updated on June 07, 2024.

Overview

Welcome to our guide on when (and how) to use The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner.

When to use

We recommend using this product in the evening. In fact, 79% of routines created by our community use it in the evening.

How often

67% of routines use this product every day, and 11% use it on_specific_days.

In your routine

This product is most commonly used as step 2 in a routine. Use our Routine Creator to see where you should use this product in your routine.

Fun Fact

90 routines created by our community use this product.

Face/Neck Application: Apply once daily, ideally in the evening. Apply to the face and neck using a cotton pad or fingers. Scalp Application: Apply to dry scalp, three times a week. Tilt your head back and use the nozzle to gently dispense product from the front to the back of the head in a sweeping motion. Massage well. Do not rinse off. Do not use on sensitive, peeling, or compromised skin. Avoid the eye contour and contact with eyes. Contact of the product with the skin must be of limited frequency or duration. If eye or skin irritation occurs, rinse thoroughly, cease use, and consult a physician. Use only as directed on unbroken skin. Patch testing prior to use is advised. Keep out of reach of children. Sunburn Alert: This product contains an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that may increase your skin’s sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use a sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards.

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Routine inspiration

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