4.0
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I think it works, one of the only products I am able to get myself to use consistently. No icky texture
9/3/2026
The Ordinary
Balancing & Clarifying Serum for Oily Skin and Pore Refinement
4.4
· 857 reviews
2,113 ₽
What it is: A multi-active solution to reduce skin congestion, visibly improve uneven texture, minimize the look of excess shine, and improve pore appearance for clearer-looking skin.Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily Skincare Concerns: Pores, Uneven Texture, and Acne and BlemishesHighlighted Ingredients:- Sarcosine and L-Carnitine: Reduce the appearance of oiliness and shine.- Adenosine: Visibly minimizes pores and texture.- N-Acetylglucosamine (NAG): Targets congestion and uneven skin tone.Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.What Else You Need to Know: This serum addresses uneven texture, smoothing the look of skin, while visibly reducing post-acne marks and promoting radiance for a clearer, brighter complexion.Clinical Results: In a clinical test on 30 people, applied twice weekly for 6 weeks:- Skin was visibly clearer in 1 week- The serum reduced signs of congestion, including the look of pores, excess oil, and uneven skin texture
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What it is: A multi-active solution to reduce skin congestion, visibly improve uneven texture, minimize the look of excess shine, and improve pore appearance for clearer-looking skin.Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily Skincare Concerns: Pores, Uneven Texture, and Acne and BlemishesHighlighted Ingredients:- Sarcosine and L-Carnitine: Reduce the appearance of oiliness and shine.- Adenosine: Visibly minimizes pores and texture.- N-Acetylglucosamine (NAG): Targets congestion and uneven skin tone.Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.What Else You Need to Know: This serum addresses uneven texture, smoothing the look of skin, while visibly reducing post-acne marks and promoting radiance for a clearer, brighter complexion.Clinical Results: In a clinical test on 30 people, applied twice weekly for 6 weeks:- Skin was visibly clearer in 1 week- The serum reduced signs of congestion, including the look of pores, excess oil, and uneven skin texture
- SKU
- 2-P511984
- Brand
- The Ordinary
- Category
- beauty / skin-care / serums-treatments
- Variants
- 1
Customer reviews
4.0
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This is magic . Work great under eye hallow look gone in minutues .
7/18/2026
1.0
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Did this even do anything?
Really dissapointed with this one especially for the price. First off, it has a texture very close to water so it dries/absorbs almost instantly meaning you aren't able to get an even distribution on your whole face unless you use a significant amount so you have time to distribute it before it absorbs. Second, I do not notice any difference in the look or feel of my skin. If anything, it feels a little more sticky immediately after use and my pores are more clogged the morning after. The $10 serums (SA and Niacinamide I'm looking at you) do a way better job at keeping my pores happy, and for a better price too.
12/31/2025
5.0
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I love it!!
so so good!!! what a surprising serum i found randomly and i have oily and sd prone skin. this serum causes no irritation and the oil control effect is very very obvious after just a 1 time use. RECOMMEND!!
10/27/2025
2.0
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Didn't help acne/congestion, balanced oil
This definitely helps control the oil, but to the point I need to use a heavier moisturizer. Didn't impact my acne (no increase or decrease) and didn't change the appearance of my pores and blackheads. I've never run out of a serum so quickly and that's part of why I won't rebuy, especially at this price point for this brand.
8/12/2025
1.0
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Used the whole bottle and saw no difference. Will not be purchasing again.
7/20/2025
1.0
verified purchase
I have used one full bottle no difference noticed on the skin. Used day and night.
4/22/2025
5.0
verified purchase
Acne clearing and moisturizing
Honestly this really helped clear up my stubborn acne while also keeping my skin hydrated (for my morning routine, I've only been using this on top of a toner, but occasionally I'll put copper peptides on top of it if I'm feeling saucy). I use both morning and night.
4/20/2025
5.0
verified purchase
Game Changer for Oily Gals
I mix 2 drops of this with my sunscreen and 1 drop of The Ordinary’s squalane oil every morning. At night, I mix 5 drops of this with 1 drop of squalane. I am mainly oily but dry around my mouth and chin. This routine has completely saved my skin. No more greasy face or cystic acne. Mind you, I live in south Florida. Love!
9/24/2026
2.0
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Not worth ur money. Didn’t see any difference in skin after using it
9/3/2026
