The Ordinary is certainly that.

[MrsGloop]

So I drank the Kool-Aid, believed the hype and invested in a number of The Ordinary products. And my foundation pills every time I apply it and my skin is not only not improved, but more congested! Is there anyone else who’s distinctly unimpressed with this range?

Thank you

My skin was so dry/dehydrated it went straight in! So I'd put it on (2-3 drops) before brushing my teeth and it had disappeared by the time I'd finished, for example.

I just needed to update:
I've suffered from hormonal acne for about 20 years now - the only let up being when I was on Roaccutane or been pregnant.
I've been using TO Buffet and HA 5% before my normal moisturiser at night. No other changes to my routine, diet or anything else. In fact I've been really stressed and tired this past week.
Anyway - my skin's been good, no new break outs. I woke up this morning and was completely shocked to discover I have my period. I usually know when it's on the way as I get several huge spots along my jawline - without fail every month. It's particularly shit because they appear them take my whole cycle to die down. Then of course new ones come up so it's a never ending battle.
Having no massive spots at this time of the month is a HUGE moment for me and I can only put it down to these products as nothing else has changed. I'm so happy!

It is Huge! I think the extra hydration helps a lot. I've been using hydrating toners (which suit me better than straight HA) and it's been a revelation to me. Also no hormonal volcanoes and skin is so soft and smooth. It's great 😬

Why has Victoria Health stopped selling The Ordinary ?

In December I bought Lactic Acid, Buffet and Squalane. No particular skin problems, just ageing/wrinkles/loss of elasticity etc. Have always looked after skin before. Not seen any difference with these products so won't buy again. I like Aldi and Lidl stuff really, can't see it's much different from more expensive products.

Based on the hype, I tried a retinoid and a vitamin C product from The Ordinary and both felt really cheap and nasty compared to my regular brands, hence were consigned to the bin.

But surely you can't tell very much about the efficacy of a product after one use. People expect immediate results but it doesn't work like that.

But surely you can't tell very much about the efficacy of a product after one use.

I completely agree but I do think you can tell within a couple of weeks whether a product suits your skin. It would be helpful to see results from trials comparing the efficacy of the various products, but obviously no manufacturer is going to conduct those.

eloisesparkle there's been some drama, Racked.com and apparently Victoria Health got dragged into it plus were having stock issues.
I still love that Retinoid in Squalane though!

Thank you Finders.