The Ordinary - Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 - Your Ultimate Hydration Hero

Meet your new best friend for plump, dewy skin! This water-based serum is like a big drink of water for your face, delivering multi-depth hydration to tackle dryness and give you that bouncy, healthy-looking glow. It's a simple, effective hydrator that plays well with everyone and every routine.

Why We Love It

  • DEEP HYDRATION: Delivers intense, multi-level moisture to the skin's surface layers, leaving it feeling quenched and comfortable.
  • PLUMPS & SMOOTHS: Helps to visibly plump the skin, which can soften the appearance of fine lines and textural irregularities.
  • ENHANCED BARRIER SUPPORT: Fortified with Vitamin B5, it helps support the skin's natural moisture barrier to lock in hydration.
  • LIGHTWEIGHT FEEL: Absorbs quickly into the skin without any heavy, sticky, or greasy feeling, making it perfect for layering.
  • IMPROVES SUPPLENESS: With consistent use, skin feels softer, smoother, and more elastic.

Star Ingredients

This fan-favorite formula is powered by a superstar combination of ingredients designed for maximum hydration:

  • Hyaluronic Acid: A hydration powerhouse that attracts and holds up to 1,000 times its weight in water, providing immediate and lasting moisture for a plump look.
  • Vitamin B5 (Panthenol): Known for its surface hydration benefits, this vitamin helps to soothe, soften, and support a healthy-looking skin barrier.
  • Hyaluronic Acid Crosspolymer: A next-generation HA technology that forms a mesh on the skin's surface, offering continuous hydration and helping to reduce water loss.

How to Use

After cleansing and toning, apply a few drops to your entire face. Gently pat the serum into the skin until fully absorbed, then follow with your favorite moisturizer.

Frequency: Both

Expert Tips & Pairings

Want to get the most out of your hydration station? Here are a few friendly tips:

  • Apply to Damp Skin: Hyaluronic Acid works best when it has moisture to grab onto. Applying it to slightly damp skin helps it pull that water into your skin for an extra plumping effect.
  • Always Moisturize: Don't forget to lock it all in! Always follow up with a cream or moisturizer to seal in the hydration and prevent it from evaporating.
  • Body Care Boost: Don't just limit it to your face! Add a few drops to your body lotion for an extra boost of hydration on dry areas like elbows, knees, or hands.

Perfect For

  • Skin Types: Oily, Dry, Combination, Aging, Sensitive, Acne Prone
  • Addresses: Dehydration, Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Rough Texture, Barrier Damage, Loss of Firmness

Not Recommended For

skin types should patch-test first or consult a dermatologist.