The Hydration Collection

Product Overview

Soothe and support delicate skin with the The Ordinary Sensitive Skin Collection. This carefully curated 3-step routine is designed for reactive, easily irritated skin experiencing redness, dehydration, and a weakened skin barrier. Featuring a gentle non-acid milky toner, the brand’s barrier-supporting pink serum, and a lightweight daily moisturizer, the set helps restore comfort, hydration, and balance without overwhelming sensitive skin. Each formula works together to calm visible irritation, smooth uneven texture, and strengthen the skin barrier, leaving the complexion softer, healthier-looking, and more resilient over time.

Key Benefits

1. Helps visibly reduce redness and signs of skin sensitivity.

2. Strengthens the skin barrier to minimize moisture loss.

3. Smooths rough or uneven texture using gentle ferment technology.

4. Provides immediate and long-lasting hydration for dehydrated skin.

5. Helps relieve tightness, discomfort, and visible skin stress.

6. Supports a brighter, healthier-looking complexion.

7. Replenishes essential moisture with Ceramides and Amino Acids.

8. Developed and tested for sensitive and reactive skin types.

9. Maintains hydration without disrupting the skin’s natural balance.

10. Helps improve the appearance of uneven or blotchy skin tone.

Key Ingredients and The Science Behind Them

This collection combines barrier-supporting ingredients designed to calm and protect sensitive skin:

30% Saccharomyces Ferment:
A gentle non-acid yeast ferment that helps improve skin texture and hydration while supporting natural skin renewal.

Vitamin B12:
Helps reduce the appearance of redness and naturally gives the Soothing & Barrier Support Serum its pink color.

Ceramide Complex:
Skin-identical lipids that help reinforce the moisture barrier and protect against dehydration.

Centella Asiatica Phytotechnologies:
Advanced Centella-derived extracts known for their soothing and skin-protective benefits.

Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMF):
A blend of amino acids, fatty acids, and hyaluronic acid that helps support the skin’s natural hydration system.

Specification Table

How to Use

Follow this daily routine for calm, hydrated, and balanced skin:

Step 1 (Prep):
After cleansing, apply Saccharomyces Ferment 30% Milky Toner with your hands or a cotton pad to hydrate and smooth the skin.

Step 2 (Treat):
Apply a few drops of Soothing & Barrier Support Serum to help calm visible redness and support barrier recovery.

Step 3 (Seal):
Finish with Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA to lock in hydration and maintain moisture balance.

Tip:
Suitable for both morning and evening use. Always apply SPF during daytime routines.

Who is it for?

Reactive Skin Types:
Ideal for skin prone to irritation, redness, or discomfort from traditional active ingredients.

Compromised Skin Barriers:
Suitable for skin recovering from over-exfoliation, environmental stress, or dryness.

Redness Concerns:
Helps improve the appearance of blotchiness, flushing, and visible irritation.

Dry & Dehydrated Skin:
Perfect for skin that often feels tight, rough, or lacking moisture.

Uneven Texture:
A gentler alternative for those who find traditional exfoliating acids too harsh.

Minimalist Routine Seekers:
Great for anyone wanting a simple, barrier-focused skincare routine.

FAQ

Q: Why is the serum pink?
A: The pink shade comes naturally from Vitamin B12. The formula contains no artificial dyes and absorbs transparently into the skin.

Q: Can I use the Milky Toner with Retinol?
A: Yes. Its gentle, hydrating formula works well alongside Retinol and helps reduce dryness commonly associated with Vitamin A products.

Q: How long does it take to see improvements in redness?
A: Many users notice immediate soothing effects, while visible improvements in redness and barrier support develop with consistent use.

Q: Is this set suitable for Rosacea-prone skin?
A: The formulas are developed for sensitive skin, but individuals with Rosacea or persistent skin conditions should consult a dermatologist before use.

Q: Should I use this routine morning or night?
A: Both. The collection is designed for twice-daily use to maintain hydration and barrier support throughout the day.

Q: Does the toner replace exfoliating acids?
A: Yes. It provides a gentler, non-acid approach to smoothing texture while delivering added hydration and comfort.

Complete Your Skincare Routine

Gentle Start:
Cleanse with the Glycolipid Cream Cleanser before applying the routine.

Target Tired Eyes:
Pair with the Multi-Peptide Eye Serum for extra hydration around the eyes.

Extra Lip Hydration:
Use the Squalane + Amino Acids Lip Balm to nourish dry lips.

Intensive Moisture:
For very dry skin, switch to Natural Moisturizing Factors + PhytoCeramides.

Weightless Hydration:
Layer with Marine Hyaluronics for lightweight additional hydration.