The Ordinary Resveratrol Serum 3% + Ferulic Acid 3%
Works for
Anti-agingResveratrol, Ferulic acidMay help
“Combining very high concentrations of two of the most potent antioxidants Resveratrol and plant-based Ferulic Acid, the serum delivers anti-ageing benefits, smoothing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and helping the skin defend against harmful factors.”
This product contains ferulic acid, resveratrol. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Resveratrol, Ferulic acidWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (ferulic acid, resveratrol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Evens skin toneSide benefit the brand mentions · Ferulic acid, ResveratrolMay help
“Skin Type Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily Skincare Concerns Dark Spots Formulation Lightweight Serum Highlighted Ingredients , Resveratrol Powerful antioxidant. , Ferulic Acid Powerful antioxidant.”
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: ferulic acid, resveratrol.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 flagged ingredientLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
3 of 4 community members would buy it again.
I found it a bit unnecessary. My vitamin c serum already has ferulic acid in it. I'm not totally convinced about the antioxidant effects of topically applied resveratrol, although I think ferulic acid is a great ingredient. The serum added an extra step to my routine that I can do without. The serum is affordable, like all products by The Ordinary, however I won't repurchase this one.
WARNING: FERULIC ACID HAS A STEONG HOT DOG SMELL
There's not much to be said about this product. It's an oil-like liquid with an extremely high antioxidant potential, to be used and paired with other serums, creams or gels. Despite the sensation being oily, it isn't actual oil, thus leaves no oily sensation on the skin after it absorbs, which takes one or two minutes. It is a good addition to a morning skincare routine, but it can be more useful if paired with something like vitamin C.
Ingredients
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Propanediol~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolResveratrol~4.8–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, as well as even out the skin tone
More about ResveratrolFerulic acid~3.5–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A potent anti-oxidant that has been shown to be effective in neutralizing free radicals in skin. There seem to have a synergetic effect of ferulic acid, vitamin E and C, meaning that when the ingredients are used together, they enhance each other's ability protect the skin against free radicals. Ferulic acid also helps to stabilize other ingredients - including vitamins C and E. It can help to even out the skin tone. Ferulic acid is approved for use as a sunscreen ingredient in Japan in concentrations up to 10%
More about Ferulic acidIngredient list view
Propanediol, Resveratrol, Ferulic acid
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| The OrdinaryResveratrol Serum 3% + Ferulic Acid 3%YOUR PRODUCT | TypologyAntioxidant Serum — 3% Ferulic Acid + 3% Resveratrol | FacetheoryResvera-F Antioxidant Serum S12 | Regimen LabVitamin X | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 66% | 64% | 62% |
| Price | $10.40 | $34.80+$24.40 | $19.23+$8.83 | $55.00+$44.60 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Glycerin | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Vitamin C |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Revox JUST Resveratrol + Ferulic AcidSuperegg Vitamin Collective Vitality Elixir
Product summary
"The Ordinary - Resveratrol Serum 3% + Ferulic Acid 3%" could be helpful for: Anti-aging and Evens skin tone, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "The Ordinary" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails from 14.70A$ up to 29.99A$ in Australia, from 7.70$ up to 10.80$ in the United States, from 9.80CA$ up to 22.50CA$ in Canada and from 7.70£ up to 12.69£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
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