Hey guys and welcome to todays video which is dedicated to my favourite exfoliating acid - Lactic Acid. I would love to know what your experience has been with lactic acid so please leave me a comment below.. Sending you so so much love xxxxx
Great video as always! I would love to try TO's lactic acid but was wondering how it compares to their glycolic acid in regards to mature skin? I use the latter once a week along with Paula's Choice 2% BHA on a different night. Not sure if lactic is affective for someone in their early 50s 🤔 xx
I have loved using lactic acid for many years. However, as my skin matured, I seemed to need more exfoliation because my natural skin's exfoliation was slowing down dramatically. This showed up as texture, especially on my forehead. I switched to an acid blend (Good Molecules Overnight Exfoliating Treatment- lactic, glycolic, and salicylic acids.) Since my skin is so used to using acids, I can use this product almost every night. The texture disappeared, and I feel like I have more control of it. But, I did try glycolic acid when I was younger, and it was much too strong, and the lactic acid was a winner for me!❤️❤️
happy Sunday Patti - I hope you and the family are having a wonderful weekend... I know what you mean about needing to dial up the strength as I have been doing that recently and I think acid blends are a wonderful option.. I regret using just glycolic acid and wish there was more choice when I started exfoliating... Thank you so much for sharing and sending you lots of love xxxxx
I think once my Ordinary glycolic runs out, which will be forever from now 😂 I will try this. There’s always something new or better coming out, but I’ve heard good things about that GM one. Their brand is sooo cheap.
@@jillianmaloney3544 kinda like how I feel. But I like my Glycolic acid toner and I think it’s done a lot for me. But I’ve stopped using it on daily basis now and maybe every other day instead. But I’ll definitely get me one of The Ordinary’s lactic acid and maybe a the mandelic acid too. I’m also more and more curious about the PHA.
Hello ! Am planning to start with lactic acid and this will be my first time using it. I don’t use toner. Is okey if I’ll use La Roche Posay spring water first then lactic acid, Niacinamide serum and cerave moisturizing cream?
Yay, I am so so glad its working so well for you hun.. I am totally team lactic at the moment and my skin is loving it... Sending you lots of love xxxxxx
Hey! I've been using the 10% lactic acid from the ordinary since February and I find everytime I use it I get a really nice glow and my skin looks brighter!
Hi Rob, I like the new background and you do look lovely in the white shirt . . . Thanks for reminding us about buffering lactic acid before using a peptide. Sending lots of love in your direction ~ Paula
I have some lactic acid from The Ordinary but I stopped using it because honestly I don’t know how. I’m using adapalene every night so I don’t know where to put lactic acid in my routine. And your skin is Ding! Ding! Ding!! Love you!! ♥️
Age: 20s (Twenty Six) Skin Type: Combination Skin Sensitivity: Resilient I adore lactic acid for both my face and body. It’s so much better than glycolic acid for my skin in terms on brightening, depigmentating, hydrating & softening/smoothing the texture. I also get no irritation or sensitivity from it. My go-to product for my face is The Ordinary’s Lactic Acid 10%- right now I use it once/twice per week. Since it has a larger molecule size than GA I also use the TO’s lactic acid 5% once/twice a week to get my LA fix more often. My go-to product for my body is AmLactin’s 12% Daily lotion. It softened my skin and helped evened out my sun damage so much; even my outer arms match the inside of my arms more than before! I also can get away just using a mild/intimate spray deodorant on my armpits now because I also apply the lotion under my arms.
I’m not sure why but I literally just started using latic acid in my routine a few days ago. I bought TO latic acid and, bc it was on sale, Sephora’s Clear Skin line has a latic acid/licorice root toner (it was like $6 or something). I’m literally kicking myself in the butt bc man oh man my skin LOVES it! I’ve not even opened TO one yet but for such a cheap price I’m SUPER excited at just how much clearer and softer my skin looks in only 3 days just from using Sephora’s toner. plus the 1 cystic and 2 smaller bumps I had have shrunk over 75% in less than 24 hrs. I’m in love! Great video Rob and hope everyone has a wonderful weekend! ❤️
OMg i am so so happy for you hun and I am so glad its working so so well for you :) I wish I had discovered it sooner too but we all learn lol... Sending you so so much love xxxxx
I have to say Rob that you are an advertisement for Lactic Acid. I have never seen your skin look so good! Or is it your own skincare... Seriously glowing. 🧡
Well your skin looks absolutely flawless! I'm a big fan of lactic acid as my skin tolerates it so well, unlike glycolic. I only do a chemical exfoliation 1x per week now, and it helps with texture and brightness. I'm finding that the simpler I keep it, the less likely any irritation.
My experience with glycolic acid is that it did brighten my skin but it made my dry skin drier----which is ironic because I was told that it helps with dry skin! I stopped acids altogether because I began using tretinoin and now my skin is accustomed to tret so I'm looking to start using chemical exfoliants again. I'm seriously considering lactic acid because I prefer something gentler since I'm already using strong actives. Last thing I want is a bad reaction!
hi mas 🤗 you videos are so timely. i've been using the ordinary's 5% on and off for a few months and am trying (again) this month to be more consistent. i also have the 10%, but will wait to use it until i am almost done with the 5% and more consistent. thanks for telling us about the other products as well. side note - i may not comment on every video (sometimes im driving or cooking or washing my hair), but i thumbs up every time. thank you so much for EXPLAINING products, their ingredients and WHY they may or may not work for me. you are my go-to skincare guru. i appreciate you! 👍😁👍
Recently repurchased the lactic acid - it's still very nice! I also use glycolic in moderation. But if I could only have one type, it would be 2% BHA. Both anti-aging and anti- acne.
That’s how I feel too. I owe a lot to salicylic acid when it comes to my skin and how it looks now. I was very insecure about my skin in my teen years - most of the anti acne treatments were full of bensoylperoxide and it was all about drying out the skin. The Proactiv+ (the one with more salicylic acid ala Proactiv 2.0) was my savior. First of all, I learned about having a skincare routine and secondly I “got to know” salicylic acid. So I now knew what I was looking for in a product. I can’t imagine that at 35+ I had the skin better than if ever even dared to dream of. And I think most of that is thanks to salicylic acid. Now I’ve started using retinol and alpha arbutin etc. But BHA is what saved me. 🌸💗🦋
Going to try this as retinol burns my face and makes it beet red but I think I will only use it once per week to start and see how it goes from there and inky list is affordable to try it out without investing much money
I've been using The Ordinary 10% Lactic Acid for about a week and I'm not sure if I experienced purging or a break out but my skin freaked out! I have dry skin and I get congested pores but I don't break out or get pimples almost ever. I was using it for fine lines, hyperpigmentation, and dull skin but WOW....I had pimples EVERYWHERE and my chin was covered in white heads. A week later it has calmed down and I'm still trying to get my skin back to normal. Again, not sure if it's the lactic acid, but my skin never did this before trying it.
I started using lactic acid this year and not only noticed an improvement in my skin but when i wasn’t using it i could tell right away, it’s now a firm part of my routine. Glycolic and salicylic still have their place for me, especially glycolic with peels as it’s literally vanished my eczema that i lived with for 30+ years.
This is the best explains EVER!!!!! I have been using acids since 2014 and they have worked wonders for my hyperpigmentation. However I was using them blindly 😅. Now I get it 🙌🏽
Your skin looks great! I had to take a little break from my lactic acid due to sensitivity but I'm going to start incorporating again. Thanks for the buffering tip.
Yes everyone is different. I am 62 Asian in N America. I use retinol and Neostrata glycolic acid stuff. No dryness or sensitive. May be I would try some LA for the sake of curiosity
Hi Rob prior to my rosacea worsening and also prior to retinoids, I used the 10% lactic acid from TO with really good results. However once I incorporated retinoids, I found lactic acid was too strong for me and instead use a 5% mandelic acid now. I get plenty of cell turnover from my retinoid and azelaic acid, on my rosacea and eczema prone skin on a daily basis. Once a week I use the mandelic acid on the perimeter of the face and a BHA on the t zone - this helps keep my pores clear, as I use a lot of rich textures on my very dry skin. I think it's a good AHA and will work for a lot of people, but like everything it's not for everyone. I do however like it on the body and use Ammeliorate FF lotion once or twice a week under a richer body cream. Best wishes.
I also use the Ordinary 10% twice a week on my face and the 5% once a week on my neck. I know, another product, but my neck is so sensitive. I didn’t know about the Inkey List one, so I’m going to try that one. Thank you again.
Thank you so so much hun, I dashed off to a christening straight after this lol so had to get ready before I filmed lol... sending you so so much love xxxxx
Great video and you look stunning Rob! New skincare line, new haircut, new shirt, new room. You look like a million bucks!!! I was using a lactic acid from a "clean" brand and only recently, I found out it has lavender oil. No wonder why my skin was burning afterwards. I'll try the TO 5%. It's been on my wishlist for several months. Sending you lots of love. xxxx
Awww thank you so so much hun that means a lot to me and lets put it down to good lighting :) ... Oh gosh I hate it when brands do that and hide ingredients in thing, I hope your skin is ok and sending you lots of love xxxxx
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Yayyy love to see some love to lactic acid xxxx the one from TO is definitely my holy grail right now, it’s perfect for my sensitive skin 😘😘happy Sunday lovely hope you have a wonderful new week 💜💜💜
happy Sunday hun... How are you... I think I heard there was a heatwave on its way this week lol so think we might be getting one more blast of summer :) sending you so so much love xxxxx
@@MadAboutSkin omggg a heat wave?! Woop woop, fingers crossed it stays sunny all week, you can’t rely on British weather 😂😆hope you are taking care of yourself lovely xxxx
Years ago, my Derm suggested I use Amlactin lotion. It's been so long, I forget what my problem was. But I've continued to use this lotion, year after year on my body. It contains 12% lactic acid which is not too strong for my body skin. Recently, Dr Dray said it could be used on the face. I tried it on my face with no adverse effects. But I have to say, I've been using Sunday Riley Good Genes for a long time so I've conditioned my face skin to tolerate the 12% strength. I used to use 25% glycolic once a week but find now, it is too strong and damages my moisture barrier. I will stick with Good Genes on my face and Amlactin on my body.
The Ordinary 5% Lactic Acid was my first chemical exfoliant 5+ years ago and I still have the 10% version in my cabinet as a reliable staple. I've recently added in the Face Theory Glycolacsal toner for when I want a bit more oomph, but I don't think I'll ever give up on TO one.
I totally agree with you... the Face Theory one is nice for those days when you need a little more but TO one is going to be my staple for many years to come... sending you lots of love xxxx
Awww thanks Tom... I would love to say its because I have been using my new serum but I think it might be good lighting lol... sending you lots of love xxxxx
Love these single product reviews also. Would this require buffering between the lactic acid and the azelaic acid or is it okay without any buffer product? Thanks so much 💕💕💕
Hi Rita, I hope you are having a wonderful weekend... Great question and no I dont think you need to buffer, in fact the azelaic will probably work a little better for the lower PH... Sending you lots of love xxxxxx
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Awwww...Thanks man. You safe my skin and my product at the same time. I was using this 10% LA wrongly.. Means daily I was using.. But now I am gonna use it right way b/c of u.
I have a love-hate relationship with any AHAs. They sting my skin for the first few minutes after application. They don't cause any breakouts (except Glycolic Acid), but the stinging sensation is uncomfortable. Weirdly, my skin can handle a 0.05% Tretinoin and a 0.1% Adapalene without any irritation at all. My skin also doesn't experience any stinging sensation using a 2% Salicylic Acid product. I'm currently using a combination of 10% Lactic Acid and Tretinoin to combat my stubborn hyperpigmentation and for acne maintenance. I haven't seen any results yet from using Lactic Acid, as i've only used it for a while.
After my skin paddy with glycolic the other week I have now switched to TO 5% Lactic acid. I have only used once as I’m taking exfoliation reeeeally slowly again. I use a CeraVe SA cleanser in the morning so I don’t want to use any other exfoliant in the am. Will use the Lactic acid 2 or three nights a week on my Tretinoin off nights and let you know how it goes. Thank you so much for this video! ❤️
Hi hun, Happy monday and I hope your having a great start to the week... how is your skin now? I hope everythign is getting back to normal, but like you say its wise to be super gradual with reintroducing products... sending you so so much love xxxx
What about using Lactic along with Vit. C? I tried doing it for a while & was tolerating OK, until suddenly I developed severe irritation, so I won’t be doing that again!
Hi hun, I think it would be unwise to use a strong LA with a strong vitamin c but sometimes you can combine low strengths of both - it depends on your skin type so thank you so much for calling this out... sending you lots of love xxxxx
Glycolic acid stings my face and mandelic acid didn’t seem to do much. Dr V recommends 5% lactic acid for skin of colour but I could only find the 10% in the ordinary brand. I’m hooked!! I wonder how I would find the 5% after getting used this though. twice week is enough for me because I also use 2% BHA most mornings for acne.
I get confused about how to use everything... so like retinol, should that be every day? but then how/when do I used acids like lactic, or BHA? And what about serums? 😭 so confusing! Only sunscreen I understand - during the day and every day! 😂
Hi. Great video. Thanks. Your vid is a couple of years old but I'm new to Lactic acid. I've been using AmLactin at 12%. I was using it twice a day on my arms as I had very "thin" skin as a result of 20 years in the Navy with hardly a day at sea with my arms covered (much sun damage). I found it took only the slightest scratch to break the skin and cause profuse capilliary bleeding, and haematoma that took weeks to go away.. I did some research and Lactic acid appears to help build skin layers by exfoliation. I have found that after 3 months, my skin does not react as badly as I described, but it is noticibly reddened. I only use it on my forearms. Would you recommend dropping back to perhaps once a week? I haven't tried it anywhere else, but after watching your vid, I might try on my face that I have been told only my Mother could love!! Ha ha ha..thanks again.
Greetings and the highest appreciations! Question: Are You still loving and using the Ordinary's AHA BHA product along with this one? Thanks in advance
Hi hun, I tend to use it very occasionally when my skin needs it maybe every other month but not weekly like I used to... sending you lots of love xxxx
I tried lactic acid 10% 2 years ago for a few weeks and then stopped, because I didn't notice any difference (I finished it on my body, treating KP). Now I am using the mandelic acid 10% (also from TO) for about 2 months and I love it. 0,5 retinol 5 times a week and mandelic acid 2 times a week and my skin is glowing and not irritated. I have combination skin and it can be sensitive sometimes.
My skin is dry, and lactic acid feels like the most hydrating of all the exfoliants I've used. I've only used the Ordinary one and I never needed to look anywhere else. I do feel like Salycilic acid (and Glycolic) gives a bit better exfoliation effect, but lactic acid makes my skin really glowy and doesn't strip it.
Thanks Rob! 🌸💦🌸💦 I started out with less strong than even lactic but worked my way up slowly. TO 10% is a great budget staple for me now,,due to your channel actually! I’m ok using a very weak glycolic in something like toner combined with other things but generally stay away from bc I burned my face with it ☹️ (didn’t know much about it or swatch it which is my fault!)
I’m looking for a good exfoliant I have quite a few clogged pores and black heads, my skin in a little more oily but can get quite dry if I use something on the harsher side. Do you think Lactic acid would be strong enough to clear my pours and blackheads, or what would you recommend
Awww thank you so so much hun your comment just put a huge smile on my face.. I would recommend using it in the morning if you have a retinol in the evening... sending you so so much love xxxx
I am 62 and have been using GA and retinol. Wonder if I can use LA one night, GA another, Retinol another? Or should I limit to two acids？ What about mixing GA and LA one night, Retinol alone another?
I bought the 5% TO Lactic acid to start with, as I've usually used mandelic so want to start at a lower percentage. Hopefully my skin will be ok with it, as glycolic acid was far too strong but mandelic was too mild to make much difference
So confused. I want to add Lactic acid to my routine but everywhere I look states not to use with Vitamin C or Retinol. I use Vitamin C in the A.M. and Retinol in the P.M. How can I add in the Lactic Acid?
Hi I’m new to skincare. I just bought the Ordinary Lactic Acid 10%. Can I use it in the morning after I cleanse and use toner (dermlogica multi active toner), but before my timeless vitamin C and timeless coenzyme q10 serum? Thanks!
@@aishax01 great! I still have that same routine with a different toner now. I cleanse with Cetaphil gentle cleanser, apply toner, vitamin c, lactic acid and antioxidant serum. Then a lightweight moisturizer. It works great for me.
Have been using TO mandelic acid for last 3 months once a week and I have been underwhelmed. Not seeing any glowy skin that looks exfoliated 🥺 should I consider switching to lactic acid ?? 🤔
Wait wait hold on. When you say your skin is "glowing to the Gods", what exactly do you mean? Is it that weird-ass "dewy" look people are so fond of these days for some reason? I guess I'm not sure I'm convinced with this whole gentle exfoliation thing hahah. I do my 20% glycolic peel once every weekend and then I don't have to worry about it for an entire week - if I used something weaker, I'd have to waste time and money for the same results. Seems kind of inconvenient, especially if you're like me and dislike doing your skincare in general and it just adds one more step...
Hey guys and welcome to todays video which is dedicated to my favourite exfoliating acid - Lactic Acid. I would love to know what your experience has been with lactic acid so please leave me a comment below.. Sending you so so much love xxxxx
Great video as always! I would love to try TO's lactic acid but was wondering how it compares to their glycolic acid in regards to mature skin? I use the latter once a week along with Paula's Choice 2% BHA on a different night. Not sure if lactic is affective for someone in their early 50s 🤔 xx
I have loved using lactic acid for many years. However, as my skin matured, I seemed to need more exfoliation because my natural skin's exfoliation was slowing down dramatically. This showed up as texture, especially on my forehead. I switched to an acid blend (Good Molecules Overnight Exfoliating Treatment- lactic, glycolic, and salicylic acids.) Since my skin is so used to using acids, I can use this product almost every night. The texture disappeared, and I feel like I have more control of it. But, I did try glycolic acid when I was younger, and it was much too strong, and the lactic acid was a winner for me!❤️❤️
happy Sunday Patti - I hope you and the family are having a wonderful weekend... I know what you mean about needing to dial up the strength as I have been doing that recently and I think acid blends are a wonderful option.. I regret using just glycolic acid and wish there was more choice when I started exfoliating... Thank you so much for sharing and sending you lots of love xxxxx
I think once my Ordinary glycolic runs out, which will be forever from now 😂 I will try this. There’s always something new or better coming out, but I’ve heard good things about that GM one. Their brand is sooo cheap.
@@jillianmaloney3544 kinda like how I feel. But I like my Glycolic acid toner and I think it’s done a lot for me. But I’ve stopped using it on daily basis now and maybe every other day instead. But I’ll definitely get me one of The Ordinary’s lactic acid and maybe a the mandelic acid too. I’m also more and more curious about the PHA.
@@rosemary5005 Damn there are so many to try lol
Hello ! Am planning to start with lactic acid and this will be my first time using it. I don’t use toner. Is okey if I’ll use La Roche Posay spring water first then lactic acid, Niacinamide serum and cerave moisturizing cream?
Off topic but I’d like to say I love it when you upload. I adore how pleasant your personality is so your videos always put me in a good mood ☺️
Awww thank you so so much hun and your comment just put a huge smile on my face... Sending you so so much love xxxxx
Loving the new background, Rob. You are glowing to the gods 😍
Awww thank you so so much Kelly... I hope all is amazing with you hun.. Sending you so much love xxxxx
I am loving the new bright background!
Awww thank you so so much hun... thought it was time for a change lol... I hope you have had a wonderful weekend and sending you lots of love xxxxx
Totally agree! I used to be all about glycolic and now I use The Ordinary’s 5% lactic acid every other day, and my skin has never looked better.
Yay, I am so so glad its working so well for you hun.. I am totally team lactic at the moment and my skin is loving it... Sending you lots of love xxxxxx
Does your skin feels clean enough using LA as oppose to GA ? And what kind of LA products do you use? Thank you.
Hey! I've been using the 10% lactic acid from the ordinary since February and I find everytime I use it I get a really nice glow and my skin looks brighter!
Hi Rob, I like the new background and you do look lovely in the white shirt . . . Thanks for reminding us about buffering lactic acid before using a peptide. Sending lots of love in your direction ~ Paula
The difference in your skin is palpable. I'm sold!
Awww thank you so so much hun and I hope it works well for you.. sending you lots of love xxxxx
I have some lactic acid from The Ordinary but I stopped using it because honestly I don’t know how. I’m using adapalene every night so I don’t know where to put lactic acid in my routine. And your skin is Ding! Ding! Ding!! Love you!! ♥️
Your skin is glowing for the godssssssssssssss.
Awww thank you so so much William.. I hope you have had an amazing weekend and sending you lots of love xxxxx
Age: 20s (Twenty Six)
Skin Type: Combination
Skin Sensitivity: Resilient
I adore lactic acid for both my face and body. It’s so much better than glycolic acid for my skin in terms on brightening, depigmentating, hydrating & softening/smoothing the texture. I also get no irritation or sensitivity from it.
My go-to product for my face is The Ordinary’s Lactic Acid 10%- right now I use it once/twice per week. Since it has a larger molecule size than GA I also use the TO’s lactic acid 5% once/twice a week to get my LA fix more often.
My go-to product for my body is AmLactin’s 12% Daily lotion. It softened my skin and helped evened out my sun damage so much; even my outer arms match the inside of my arms more than before! I also can get away just using a mild/intimate spray deodorant on my armpits now because I also apply the lotion under my arms.
Thank you so so much for sharing this hun its so so useful ... sending you lots of love xxxxx
I’m not sure why but I literally just started using latic acid in my routine a few days ago. I bought TO latic acid and, bc it was on sale, Sephora’s Clear Skin line has a latic acid/licorice root toner (it was like $6 or something). I’m literally kicking myself in the butt bc man oh man my skin LOVES it! I’ve not even opened TO one yet but for such a cheap price I’m SUPER excited at just how much clearer and softer my skin looks in only 3 days just from using Sephora’s toner. plus the 1 cystic and 2 smaller bumps I had have shrunk over 75% in less than 24 hrs. I’m in love! Great video Rob and hope everyone has a wonderful weekend! ❤️
OMg i am so so happy for you hun and I am so glad its working so so well for you :) I wish I had discovered it sooner too but we all learn lol... Sending you so so much love xxxxx
I have to say Rob that you are an advertisement for Lactic Acid. I have never seen your skin look so good! Or is it your own skincare... Seriously glowing. 🧡
Awww thank you so so much hun, that means so much to me and I hope your week is off to an amazing start... sending you lots of love xxxxx
Well your skin looks absolutely flawless! I'm a big fan of lactic acid as my skin tolerates it so well, unlike glycolic. I only do a chemical exfoliation 1x per week now, and it helps with texture and brightness. I'm finding that the simpler I keep it, the less likely any irritation.
My experience with glycolic acid is that it did brighten my skin but it made my dry skin drier----which is ironic because I was told that it helps with dry skin! I stopped acids altogether because I began using tretinoin and now my skin is accustomed to tret so I'm looking to start using chemical exfoliants again. I'm seriously considering lactic acid because I prefer something gentler since I'm already using strong actives. Last thing I want is a bad reaction!
hi mas 🤗
you videos are so timely.
i've been using the ordinary's 5% on and off for a few months and am trying (again) this month to be more consistent. i also have the 10%, but will wait to use it until i am almost done with the 5% and more consistent. thanks for telling us about the other products as well.
side note - i may not comment on every video (sometimes im driving or cooking or washing my hair), but i thumbs up every time. thank you so much for EXPLAINING products, their ingredients and WHY they may or may not work for me.
you are my go-to skincare guru. i appreciate you! 👍😁👍
Recently repurchased the lactic acid - it's still very nice! I also use glycolic in moderation. But if I could only have one type, it would be 2% BHA. Both anti-aging and anti- acne.
That’s how I feel too. I owe a lot to salicylic acid when it comes to my skin and how it looks now. I was very insecure about my skin in my teen years - most of the anti acne treatments were full of bensoylperoxide and it was all about drying out the skin. The Proactiv+ (the one with more salicylic acid ala Proactiv 2.0) was my savior. First of all, I learned about having a skincare routine and secondly I “got to know” salicylic acid. So I now knew what I was looking for in a product. I can’t imagine that at 35+ I had the skin better than if ever even dared to dream of. And I think most of that is thanks to salicylic acid.
Now I’ve started using retinol and alpha arbutin etc. But BHA is what saved me. 🌸💗🦋
Going to try this as retinol burns my face and makes it beet red but I think I will only use it once per week to start and see how it goes from there and inky list is affordable to try it out without investing much money
And you look gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous today! 😻😻😻
:) Thank you so so much hun xxxxx
I've been using The Ordinary 10% Lactic Acid for about a week and I'm not sure if I experienced purging or a break out but my skin freaked out! I have dry skin and I get congested pores but I don't break out or get pimples almost ever. I was using it for fine lines, hyperpigmentation, and dull skin but WOW....I had pimples EVERYWHERE and my chin was covered in white heads. A week later it has calmed down and I'm still trying to get my skin back to normal. Again, not sure if it's the lactic acid, but my skin never did this before trying it.
I started using lactic acid this year and not only noticed an improvement in my skin but when i wasn’t using it i could tell right away, it’s now a firm part of my routine. Glycolic and salicylic still have their place for me, especially glycolic with peels as it’s literally vanished my eczema that i lived with for 30+ years.
This is the best explains EVER!!!!! I have been using acids since 2014 and they have worked wonders for my hyperpigmentation. However I was using them blindly 😅. Now I get it 🙌🏽
Awww thank you so so much hun, your comment put a huge smile on my face and I am so so glad the video was useful... sending you so much love xxxxx
@Hair Techniques That’s such a sweet compliment!
Hi Rob!!! Swear to God I am applying The Ordinary lactic acid 10 percent for the first time tonight. You convinced me!!!! Love from the States ❤️
Haha thats amazing timing thank you so so much for watching and sending you so much love xxxxx
Your skin looks great! I had to take a little break from my lactic acid due to sensitivity but I'm going to start incorporating again. Thanks for the buffering tip.
Same here! I can only use it twice a month but I use it for my whole body
Yes everyone is different. I am 62 Asian in N America. I use retinol and Neostrata glycolic acid stuff. No dryness or sensitive. May be I would try some LA for the sake of curiosity
Hi Rob prior to my rosacea worsening and also prior to retinoids, I used the 10% lactic acid from TO with really good results. However once I incorporated retinoids, I found lactic acid was too strong for me and instead use a 5% mandelic acid now. I get plenty of cell turnover from my retinoid and azelaic acid, on my rosacea and eczema prone skin on a daily basis. Once a week I use the mandelic acid on the perimeter of the face and a BHA on the t zone - this helps keep my pores clear, as I use a lot of rich textures on my very dry skin. I think it's a good AHA and will work for a lot of people, but like everything it's not for everyone. I do however like it on the body and use Ammeliorate FF lotion once or twice a week under a richer body cream. Best wishes.
I love it tooo!
First comment here 😍
Wow you are super early hun, thank you so much for watching and sending you lots of love xxxx
I also use the Ordinary 10% twice a week on my face and the 5% once a week on my neck. I know, another product, but my neck is so sensitive. I didn’t know about the Inkey List one, so I’m going to try that one. Thank you again.
I am loving the look today with the different background! Your hair looks great 👍🏻
Thank you so so much hun, I dashed off to a christening straight after this lol so had to get ready before I filmed lol... sending you so so much love xxxxx
Great video and you look stunning Rob! New skincare line, new haircut, new shirt, new room. You look like a million bucks!!! I was using a lactic acid from a "clean" brand and only recently, I found out it has lavender oil. No wonder why my skin was burning afterwards. I'll try the TO 5%. It's been on my wishlist for several months. Sending you lots of love. xxxx
Awww thank you so so much hun that means a lot to me and lets put it down to good lighting :) ... Oh gosh I hate it when brands do that and hide ingredients in thing, I hope your skin is ok and sending you lots of love xxxxx
The Biossance lactic acid serum completely transformed my skin. Highly recommend for pih and acne scars
Lactic acid also works well if incorporated into a body lotion. See Amlactin, Ameliorate, Drmtlgy, or Dermal Therapy lactic acid body lotions.
Thank you so so much for watching and sharing hun and sending you lots of love xxxxx
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:) happy Sunday hun and sending you so so much love and a massive hug all the way to Sweden xxxxx
@@MadAboutSkin Thank you and right back to you 🤗 Take care!
Yayyy love to see some love to lactic acid xxxx the one from TO is definitely my holy grail right now, it’s perfect for my sensitive skin 😘😘happy Sunday lovely hope you have a wonderful new week 💜💜💜
happy Sunday hun... How are you... I think I heard there was a heatwave on its way this week lol so think we might be getting one more blast of summer :) sending you so so much love xxxxx
@@MadAboutSkin omggg a heat wave?! Woop woop, fingers crossed it stays sunny all week, you can’t rely on British weather 😂😆hope you are taking care of yourself lovely xxxx
Years ago, my Derm suggested I use Amlactin lotion. It's been so long, I forget what my problem was. But I've continued to use this lotion, year after year on my body. It contains 12% lactic acid which is not too strong for my body skin. Recently, Dr Dray said it could be used on the face. I tried it on my face with no adverse effects. But I have to say, I've been using Sunday Riley Good Genes for a long time so I've conditioned my face skin to tolerate the 12% strength. I used to use 25% glycolic once a week but find now, it is too strong and damages my moisture barrier. I will stick with Good Genes on my face and Amlactin on my body.
The Ordinary 5% Lactic Acid was my first chemical exfoliant 5+ years ago and I still have the 10% version in my cabinet as a reliable staple. I've recently added in the Face Theory Glycolacsal toner for when I want a bit more oomph, but I don't think I'll ever give up on TO one.
I totally agree with you... the Face Theory one is nice for those days when you need a little more but TO one is going to be my staple for many years to come... sending you lots of love xxxx
Your skin has been looking great!! xxxxx
Awww thanks Tom... I would love to say its because I have been using my new serum but I think it might be good lighting lol... sending you lots of love xxxxx
@@MadAboutSkin I keep forgetting that you have been able to bathe in your serum since the truckload was delivered!
I was using glycolic and my skin got really over exfoliated, this is helpful as I have been looking into lactic acid instead
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xxxx
I ordered the ordinary 10% lactic acid after this video! Can’t wait to start using it! 💕
Also, I share with my bf that you say “let’s cut the waffle” (I had never heard that in the US before) and now he uses it all the time! 😂
Love these single product reviews also. Would this require buffering between the lactic acid and the azelaic acid or is it okay without any buffer product? Thanks so much 💕💕💕
Hi Rita, I hope you are having a wonderful weekend... Great question and no I dont think you need to buffer, in fact the azelaic will probably work a little better for the lower PH... Sending you lots of love xxxxxx
@@MadAboutSkin Oh that's good to know I'll have to try those two products together!
You have gorgeous skin!! Thank you for the information 🥰
I agree! And your skin looks happier too 😻
Awww thank you so so much hun and sending you lots of love xxxx
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Awwww...Thanks man. You safe my skin and my product at the same time. I was using this 10% LA wrongly.. Means daily I was using.. But now I am gonna use it right way b/c of u.
HI hun, thank you so so much for watching and I am so glad you found the video useful... sending you lots of love xxxx
Your skin does look very glow-y:)😘
Thank you so so much hun thats so kind of you to say and I am sending you so so much love xxxxx
As usual AMAZING video!!!!
I really love your videos, they are so informative, thank you so much ❤️
I have a love-hate relationship with any AHAs. They sting my skin for the first few minutes after application. They don't cause any breakouts (except Glycolic Acid), but the stinging sensation is uncomfortable. Weirdly, my skin can handle a 0.05% Tretinoin and a 0.1% Adapalene without any irritation at all. My skin also doesn't experience any stinging sensation using a 2% Salicylic Acid product. I'm currently using a combination of 10% Lactic Acid and Tretinoin to combat my stubborn hyperpigmentation and for acne maintenance. I haven't seen any results yet from using Lactic Acid, as i've only used it for a while.
Takes away a zit in a pinch 10%The ordinary latic acid love it!❤❤❤ Thanks Rob very on point video.
Thanks for the video Rob! I’m now using the mandelibright from FT, but want to try lactic acid next. Would you go for the IL or TO 5%?
Your skin is looking lovely Rob
Lots of love xxx
Awww thank you so so much hun thats put a huge smile on my face... sending you lots of love xxxx
After my skin paddy with glycolic the other week I have now switched to TO 5% Lactic acid. I have only used once as I’m taking exfoliation reeeeally slowly again. I use a CeraVe SA cleanser in the morning so I don’t want to use any other exfoliant in the am. Will use the Lactic acid 2 or three nights a week on my Tretinoin off nights and let you know how it goes. Thank you so much for this video! ❤️
Hi hun, Happy monday and I hope your having a great start to the week... how is your skin now? I hope everythign is getting back to normal, but like you say its wise to be super gradual with reintroducing products... sending you so so much love xxxx
@@MadAboutSkin awww thanks for asking, my skin is doing good. I’ve cut back on the actives and introducing things back slowly xx
What about using Lactic along with Vit. C? I tried doing it for a while & was tolerating OK, until suddenly I developed severe irritation, so I won’t be doing that again!
Hi hun, I think it would be unwise to use a strong LA with a strong vitamin c but sometimes you can combine low strengths of both - it depends on your skin type so thank you so much for calling this out... sending you lots of love xxxxx
Glycolic acid stings my face and mandelic acid didn’t seem to do much. Dr V recommends 5% lactic acid for skin of colour but I could only find the 10% in the ordinary brand. I’m hooked!! I wonder how I would find the 5% after getting used this though. twice week is enough for me because I also use 2% BHA most mornings for acne.
I get confused about how to use everything... so like retinol, should that be every day? but then how/when do I used acids like lactic, or BHA? And what about serums? 😭 so confusing! Only sunscreen I understand - during the day and every day! 😂
I have oily bumpy acne skin.. can i use lactic acid???
Hi. Great video. Thanks. Your vid is a couple of years old but I'm new to Lactic acid. I've been using AmLactin at 12%. I was using it twice a day on my arms as I had very "thin" skin as a result of 20 years in the Navy with hardly a day at sea with my arms covered (much sun damage). I found it took only the slightest scratch to break the skin and cause profuse capilliary bleeding, and haematoma that took weeks to go away.. I did some research and Lactic acid appears to help build skin layers by exfoliation. I have found that after 3 months, my skin does not react as badly as I described, but it is noticibly reddened. I only use it on my forearms. Would you recommend dropping back to perhaps once a week? I haven't tried it anywhere else, but after watching your vid, I might try on my face that I have been told only my Mother could love!! Ha ha ha..thanks again.
Did the ordinary lactic acid brightens and lightens up skin tone ?
Greetings and the highest appreciations! Question:
Are You still loving and using the Ordinary's AHA BHA product along with this one?
Thanks in advance
Hi hun, I tend to use it very occasionally when my skin needs it maybe every other month but not weekly like I used to... sending you lots of love xxxx
I tried lactic acid 10% 2 years ago for a few weeks and then stopped, because I didn't notice any difference (I finished it on my body, treating KP).
Now I am using the mandelic acid 10% (also from TO) for about 2 months and I love it. 0,5 retinol 5 times a week and mandelic acid 2 times a week and my skin is glowing and not irritated. I have combination skin and it can be sensitive sometimes.
What does retinol do?
@@Sweetforeignn like everything. Young, clean skin.
Thank! Have purchased the TO Lactic Acid 10%. Would you use it at night or morning? Would it be too much with Cglow?
Hi hun, I think you can use them together so long as you dont have sensitive skin... sending you lots of love xxxx
Arrrrrrrgh! Now I gotta place another order with TO. My third this month. Thanks Rob. Me and my skin love you but my wallet is as grumpy as Marcel. :D
Hi rob, you look great , thanks for video 😊.
Thank you so so much hun thats so kind of you to say and I am sending you lots of love xxxxx
My skin is dry, and lactic acid feels like the most hydrating of all the exfoliants I've used. I've only used the Ordinary one and I never needed to look anywhere else.
I do feel like Salycilic acid (and Glycolic) gives a bit better exfoliation effect, but lactic acid makes my skin really glowy and doesn't strip it.
Thanks Rob! 🌸💦🌸💦 I started out with less strong than even lactic but worked my way up slowly. TO 10% is a great budget staple for me now,,due to your channel actually! I’m ok using a very weak glycolic in something like toner combined with other things but generally stay away from bc I burned my face with it ☹️ (didn’t know much about it or swatch it which is my fault!)
I’m looking for a good exfoliant I have quite a few clogged pores and black heads, my skin in a little more oily but can get quite dry if I use something on the harsher side. Do you think Lactic acid would be strong enough to clear my pours and blackheads, or what would you recommend
THE ORDINARY LACTIC ACID BROKE ME OUT EVERY TIME I USED IT. TRIED DIFFERENT BRANDS; NO ISSUES, BUT THE ORDINARY ONE IS NO GOOD.
I've just finished my first bottle of 5% LA, and I think I'd like to go up to 10%. Inkey List or Ordinary? Answers on a postcard.
Great video, very informative. Exactly what I was looking for. But you speak super fast 😵💫I turned down the playback speed to .85 and it was perfect.
You look amazing Rob, must be the lactic acid or something in the water, what is the best time to use lactic acid, morning or night? Xx
Awww thank you so so much hun your comment just put a huge smile on my face.. I would recommend using it in the morning if you have a retinol in the evening... sending you so so much love xxxx
You’re glowing today hun
Thank you so so much hun and sending you so much love xxxxx
I currently use ft glycolacsal, having used alpha h liquid gold previously. When I finish current ft I may try TO lactic x
I am 62 and have been using GA and retinol. Wonder if I can use LA one night, GA another, Retinol another? Or should I limit to two acids？ What about mixing GA and LA one night, Retinol alone another?
Thank you
Hi pretty boy, is the ordinary lactic acid vegan?
I bought the 5% TO Lactic acid to start with, as I've usually used mandelic so want to start at a lower percentage. Hopefully my skin will be ok with it, as glycolic acid was far too strong but mandelic was too mild to make much difference
Thank you so so much for watching and sharing hun and sending you lots of love xxxxx
I use glycolic acid pixi toner and then the ordinary lactic acid almost daily.
I have normal skin but get minor acne.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and I hope all is amazing with you... Sending you so much love xxxxx
So confused. I want to add Lactic acid to my routine but everywhere I look states not to use with Vitamin C or Retinol. I use Vitamin C in the A.M. and Retinol in the P.M. How can I add in the Lactic Acid?
can i use retinol after lactic acid?
You can but I wouldn't if you have sensitive skin... Hope this helps xx
Lactic acid is my fav but is so overshadowed by glycolic 😭
I cant use this everyday rite?
I like Honeymoon Glow for lactic acid.
Thank you so so much for watching and sharing hun and sending you lots of love xxxxx
What about retinol with it?
Hi I’m new to skincare. I just bought the Ordinary Lactic Acid 10%. Can I use it in the morning after I cleanse and use toner (dermlogica multi active toner), but before my timeless vitamin C and timeless coenzyme q10 serum? Thanks!
How did it go?
@@aishax01 great! I still have that same routine with a different toner now. I cleanse with Cetaphil gentle cleanser, apply toner, vitamin c, lactic acid and antioxidant serum. Then a lightweight moisturizer. It works great for me.
Hi. I'd love to know your skincare routine. 😊
Hi hun, todays video is my evening routine :) so hope you enjoy it.. sending you lots of love xxxx
@@MadAboutSkin haha, couldn't be more on time. Sure, I'll watch it. Thank you!
Have been using TO mandelic acid for last 3 months once a week and I have been underwhelmed. Not seeing any glowy skin that looks exfoliated 🥺 should I consider switching to lactic acid ?? 🤔
How about using it twice a week? Or more often
How about a video comparing lactic vs mandalic?
HI hun, thats such a s good idea and I would be happy to film that so watch this space... sending you lots of love xxxxx
What acc to you is more effective
Peeling solutions or leave on exfoliators ( lower percentage )
I prefer a lower percentage leave on exfoliator, I have to be really careful with peels as can leave my skin too sensitive.
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Thanks so much!
Its a total pleasure hun thank you so much for watching xxxxx
Thank you 😊❤
Its a total pleasure hun thank you so much for watching... Sending you lots of love xxxxxx
Cool video! But what is the connection between lactose intolerance and skin? :В
You are awsome!
Awww thank you so so much hun thats so sweet of you to say xxxxx
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happy Sunday hun, I hope all is amazing with you... sending you lots of love xxxx
Wait wait hold on. When you say your skin is "glowing to the Gods", what exactly do you mean? Is it that weird-ass "dewy" look people are so fond of these days for some reason?
I guess I'm not sure I'm convinced with this whole gentle exfoliation thing hahah. I do my 20% glycolic peel once every weekend and then I don't have to worry about it for an entire week - if I used something weaker, I'd have to waste time and money for the same results. Seems kind of inconvenient, especially if you're like me and dislike doing your skincare in general and it just adds one more step...
Different strokes for different folks.
You speak too fast!!!
I think you can slow down the video using the setting bar if its an issue.. thanks for watching and sending you love x