For clarity, today’s post is about formula-breakdowns. I prefer the one from The Ordinary because you pay for 2% Alpha Arbutin that is the proper concentration to get results. If you want to know more you can watch me. The Ordinary doesn’t have an equivalent. I don’t know if its just me, but I rarely reach for the Niacinamide serum from The Ordinary. Your email address will not be published. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Effective skincare doesn’t have to be expensive and The Ordinary and Good Molecules is a good example of that. MarlyMichel. Since it is in a toner format, it is less likely for it to pill up and easier to deal with. The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10% + Ha - find out which one you should use based on our comparison of the two skincare favorites! Check out my other blogs about The Ordinary: The one thing you must try from the ordinary and What to Buy from the Ordinary Review. The Good molecules use 8% of glycolic acid, 1% of lactic acid and 0.1% of Salicylic acid (pretty useless at this concentration) but it has 5 essential oils! I do like The Ordinary but as mention before, you kind of get what you pay for. Regular price $ 6.00 USD. That’s a No. I also found that my skin is liking the toner better. Sale price $ 4.50 USD Sale. Just because The Ordinary has closed their stores, doesn't mean you can't get your hands on really good, and really cheap skincare. Good molecules and The Ordinary are the same types of brands that sell affordable actives which is fantastic. This might be the future of affordable skincare! Good Molecules vs The Ordinary . The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% in Squalane treats signs of aging such as fine lines, pigmentation and rough texture.. A moderate-strength alternative to retinol that is said to produce no irritation. Bonjour everyone and welcome. For its price, It is a good product, but if you want something simpler and effective the Good Molecule Discoloration Correcting Serum is probably the way to go. They have a similar philosophy to The Ordinary but they are a tad expensive due to their more elegant formulation. Affordable skincare is something that has always intrigued me. I haven’t tried yet Good molecules. I would choose the one from The Ordinary if you have acne or else I would choose the one from Good molecules. But… the thing is, sometimes I feel like the formulations aren’t the greatest. Good Molecules contain multiple ingredients with a price point that is lower! Take a quick look at all 4 of The Ordinary Antioxidants. I know you´re excited to get on and buy but please, spend a little time reading and you will save money, time and maybe your skin. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Yes. The Ordinary has a similar product the Squalane cleanser. If you want a better option, choose the Hada Labo Shirojyun whitening cream. There is just something about it. It contains one form of hyaluronic acid (Sodium Hyaluronate) and glycerin. To be honest, I haven’t been using The Ordinary for a while now. Highly likely. I found them quite affordable (although not as affordable as The Ordinary), they are very effective and well formulated. But peptides are not primary actives in my book, retinoids are. It couples the power of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) with Arbutin. I haven’t tried yet Good molecules. Interested in other posts about The Ordinary? I have recently tried The Ordinary - Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%. But will I be more likely to buy Good Molecule? I'm sure the ingredients when you look good molecules and the ordinary aren't all that different but, for example comparing the ordinary caffeine eye serum to the good molecules eye serum, which contains caffeine, the good molecules one feels so much better and smoother and consistent . I love a good cleansing balm especially in the cold months of the year.