affordable actives not Ordinary

[wawa]

I'd been planning to purchase some actives from the Ordinary, but then the CEO turned his crazy up to 11 and I just can't.  I'm specifically looking for either an AHA or a retinol/oid/whatever.

Sooooo....don't throw your good genes suggestions at me.  I wont' spend that.  But anybody have a loved product maybe that isn't $$$$$$ or made by a crazy person?   Can I get cheaper than Paula's choice?  If paula's choice...which one?

[peachykate]

I've been using actives from MUAC for quite a while now. I just bought their lac-luronic serum and like it a lot. I also love their lactic acid peels.

[NewGirlNic]

I just read this article on alternatives to The Ordinary

www.refinery29.com/2018/04/195770/the-ordinary-skin-care-products-alternatives

[Champagne Supernova]

Here's a list of dupes on Reddit.

www.reddit.com/r/SkincareAddiction/comments/7welmh/misc_list_of_product_alternatives_to_the_ordinary/

[tiramisu]

For Paula's Choice, they have an 8% AHA and two different 10% AHA options. I have the weekly resurfacing treatment and it lasts me forever. I haven't tried any of their retinoids beyond what's in the antioxidant concentrate I use.

Good luck finding something that works for you!

[MrsAxilla]

Apr 11, 2018 15:55:51 GMT -5 Champagne Supernova said:

Here's a list of dupes on Reddit.

www.reddit.com/r/SkincareAddiction/comments/7welmh/misc_list_of_product_alternatives_to_the_ordinary/

That’s a great list - thanks!  I love Buffet but was looking to mix it up.  I haven’t caught up on any drama since the initial mess.  Do I need to check it out before I comment further?  Lol.

[Champagne Supernova]

Apr 11, 2018 21:42:34 GMT -5 MrsAxilla said:

Apr 11, 2018 15:55:51 GMT -5 Champagne Supernova said:

Here's a list of dupes on Reddit.

www.reddit.com/r/SkincareAddiction/comments/7welmh/misc_list_of_product_alternatives_to_the_ordinary/

That’s a great list - thanks!  I love Buffet but was looking to mix it up.  I haven’t caught up on any drama since the initial mess.  Do I need to check it out before I comment further?  Lol.

It's just super-messy and weird now! Just check out Deciem's IG or FB, Lol.

[Vespasia]

wawa it is the Ordinary but I have a mostly full bottle of one of their Retinoids (2% maybe) I would be happy to give you. I like the product (it smells like sandalwood!) but I never actually use it.

Other than that, I generally love Cosrx products. They have a BHA and a AHA. I could make you up a deluxe sample of both to try.

[Vespasia]

Apr 11, 2018 15:55:51 GMT -5 Champagne Supernova said:

Here's a list of dupes on Reddit.

www.reddit.com/r/SkincareAddiction/comments/7welmh/misc_list_of_product_alternatives_to_the_ordinary/

I'm going to have to order that dupe for the AHA BHA Peeling solution when my bottle gets low. I've found that a 2-3 time per week treatment is all I can reliably complete. 

[juliachild]

I use Silk Naturals BHA toner and like it. They have AHA as well, but I haven't tried it.

[SallyJ]

I prefer cosrx aha and bha. I also use manyo niacinamide with HA.

[bowies]

Timeless makes some good serums and acids. I just started my Cureology subscription for anti-aging/acne. Both are in the affordable range.

[pantsparty]

Apr 11, 2018 13:43:09 GMT -5 peachykate said:

I've been using actives from MUAC for quite a while now. I just bought their lac-luronic serum and like it a lot. I also love their lactic acid peels.

I love MUAC! Really fantastic formulations. Sign up for emails, you'll get coupon codes!

[gummy]

Apr 15, 2018 14:33:27 GMT -5 bowies said:

Timeless makes some good serums and acids. I just started my Cureology subscription for anti-aging/acne. Both are in the affordable range.

I'm super interested in a Cureology subscription!  I don't have issues with acne but I'd love to streamline my anti-aging routine.  I'd love to hear your thoughts after a month or so!