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The Ordinary Pycnogenol 5%

When (and how) to use Pycnogenol 5% by The Ordinary

Last updated on July 18, 2023.

Overview

Welcome to our guide on when (and how) to use The Ordinary Pycnogenol 5%.

When to use

We recommend using this product in the morning or evening.

How often

91% of routines created by our community use this product every day.

In your routine

This product is most commonly used as step 5 in a routine. Use our Routine Creator to see where you should use this product in your routine.

Fun Fact

169 routines created by our community use this product.

Apply alone or after water-based serums, before oils or heavier creams. Alternatively, mix with other treatments to enhance their antioxidant capacity significantly. If irritation occurs, cease use and consult a physician. Use only as directed on unbroken skin. Patch testing prior to use is advised.

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Pair it with

Here are some of the products that our community often uses together with Pycnogenol 5%.

The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Used together in 33% routines
COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence Used together in 15% routines
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum Used together in 15% routines
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Routine inspiration

Here are some routines that have been shared by our community that use Pycnogenol 5%.

used in the morning & evening
The INKEY List Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% The Ordinary Lactic Acid 10% + HA The Ordinary Pycnogenol 5% Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40 The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution The INKEY List Tranexamic Acid Night Treatment Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream
Everyday routine
By abjams
Combination Skin
Texture
Pores
Dark Spots
Dullness
used in the morning
The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution The Ordinary Pycnogenol 5% The Ordinary 100% Organic Cold-Pressed Rose Hip Seed Oil Simple Skincare Water Boost Micellar Cleansing Facial Gel Wash The INKEY List Oat Cleansing Balm The INKEY List Vitamin B, C and E Moisturizer The INKEY List Succinic Acid Acne Treatment The INKEY List Polyglutamic Acid Hydrating Serum
Combination skin routine!
By Bumblebubba0
Combination Skin
Hormonal Acne
Dryness
Texture
Dullness
used in the evening
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% The Ordinary "Buffet" The Ordinary 100% Plant-Derived Squalane The Ordinary Pycnogenol 5% Cetaphil Gentle Waterproof Makeup Remover CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser Thayers Witch Hazel Alcohol Free Toner Cucumber Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel US
Summer 2022 - Acne/ComboSkin
By Mandible
Combination Skin
Acne
Fine Lines
Redness
Oiliness
used in the evening
The Ordinary Pycnogenol 5% The Ordinary Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3% Olay Face Sunscreen Serum And Shine Control - SPF 35 Olay Collagen Peptide 24 Eye Cream Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 + Peptide Night Facial Moisturizer Olay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 Brightening Facial Cleanser Olay Retinol 24 Skin Renewing Retinol Cleanser Olay Vitamin C + Peptide 24 Brightening Serum
Olay 🐐….the GOAT in drugstore skincare
By Aries
Normal Skin
Wrinkles
Dark Spots
Fine Lines
used in the morning
The Ordinary "Buffet" The Ordinary Pycnogenol 5% Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser La Roche-Posay La Roche Posay Anthelios Ultra Light Face Sunscreen-SPF 60 Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer Eucerin DermatoCLEAN [Hyaluron] Micellar Water 3 in 1 Biossance 100% Squalane Oil Curology Custom Formula (Tretinoin 0.015% Azelaic acid 5% Niacinamide 4%)
Sensitive routine
By Squishsquash
Sensitive Skin
Acne
Fine Lines
Redness
Sensitivity
used in the morning & evening
Peter Thomas Roth Peptide 21 Wrinkle Resist Serum Peter Thomas Roth Un-Wrinkle Turbo Serum The Ordinary Pycnogenol 5% The Ordinary Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3% CeraVe Facial Moisturizing Lotion AM with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 US CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion Derma E Advanced Peptides And Collagen Moisturizer Mary & May Idebenone + Blackberry Complex Serum
Favorite Antioxidants Products
By Aries
Normal Skin
Wrinkles
Dark Spots
Fine Lines

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