The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner

Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner by The Ordinary.

Softer, smoother, more radiant skin that feels as good as it looks.

If you're looking to add a glow-boosting step to your skincare routine, The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner is a cult-favourite for a reason. One of the brand’s best-selling products, this gentle yet effective toner works to visibly even skin tone, brighten dull areas, and smooth out texture, making it a must-have for anyone seeking radiant, healthy-looking skin.

At the heart of the formula is 7% Glycolic Acid, a well-researched alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that exfoliates the skin’s surface by removing dead skin cells. This helps to improve skin clarity, reduce uneven texture, and promote a more even complexion. Regular use also allows your other skincare products to absorb more effectively, making your overall routine work harder for you.

• Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water helps to soothe and hydrate, ensuring skin stays calm even with daily use.
• Panax Ginseng Root Extract energises and revitalises, giving skin a fresher, more vibrant appearance.
• Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract—derived from the Australian pepperberry, helps reduce the look of redness and irritation that can sometimes accompany exfoliation.

The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner is suitable for all skin types and is gentle enough for daily use, though it’s always a good idea to build up gradually if you’re new to acids. It’s especially helpful for brightening dullness, reviving tired, lacklustre skin, and smoothing post-blemish texture.

Vegan, cruelty-free, and free from unnecessary additives, this toner delivers straightforward, science-backed skincare. Use it after cleansing in your evening routine and follow with your favourite serums and moisturisers.

Always apply SPF during daylight hours when you have exfoliating acids in your skin care regime.

Aqua (Water), Glycolic Acid, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Triethanolamine, Aminomethyl Propanol, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract, Aspartic Acid, Alanine, Glycine, Serine, Valine, Isoleucine, Proline, Threonine, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Glutamic Acid, Arginine, Pca, Sodium Pca, Sodium Lactate, Fructose, Glucose, Sucrose, Urea, Hexyl Nicotinate, Dextrin, Citric Acid, Polysorbate 20, Gellan Gum, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sodium Chloride, Hexylene Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol.

Apply once daily to your face and neck, preferably at nighttime. Apply using your fingertips or a cotton pad. Work the toner across newly cleansed skin before applying your serums. Do not rinse off. Always apply SPF during daylight hours when you have AHA's in your skincare regime.

The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner can also be used on the scalp. Apply to the scalp three times weekly when your hair is clean. Use the nozzle to apply the toner directly to your scalp then massage in using your fingertips.