The Ordinary

[The Ordinary] Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 60ml

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2 evidence-backed actives · Hyaluronic Acid (salt form), Pro-vitamin B5
Free from · fragrance, sulfate surfactants, drying alcohols, parabens and silicones by the decoded label

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A skincare product by The Ordinary. The label lists 15 ingredients, led by Hyaluronic Acid (salt form) and Pro-vitamin B5. View details

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Ingredient breakdown

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Label captured · 15 of 16 parsed · 15 of 15 explained

The full record for each of the 15 linked ingredients — identifiers, every recorded function, sources, and where each figure came from.

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AquaWater
INCI name
Aqua
As printed on the label
Aqua (Water)
Recorded CosIng functions
solvent — dissolves other ingredients so they blend into the formula
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
strong (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Water — PubChem Compound Summary (CID 962) · reference
Water — Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary (Cosmetics Info, Personal Care Products Council) · reference
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic Acid (salt form)
INCI name
Sodium Hyaluronate
As printed on the label
Sodium Hyaluronate
Korean name
소듐하이알루로네이트
Recorded CosIng functions
humectant — draws moisture into the skin
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
moderate (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
0/5 · Fulton 1989 (J. Soc. Cosmet. Chem. 40:321); Kligman & Mills 1972; acne.org compiled tables · ingredient-level published ratingAn older, contested scale — not a prediction of breakouts.
Sources
Sodium Hyaluronate — COSMILE Europe · European cosmetic ingredient database
Hyaluronic Acid in Topical Applications: The Various Forms and Biological Effects of a Hero Molecule in the Cosmetics Industry (PMC) · clinical review
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Pentylene Glycol
INCI name
Pentylene Glycol
As printed on the label
Pentylene Glycol
Korean name
펜틸렌글라이콜
Recorded CosIng functions
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
solvent — dissolves other ingredients so they blend into the formula
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
moderate (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Safety Assessment of 1,2-Glycols as Used in Cosmetics · peer-reviewed safety assessment
Pentylene glycol: An emerging cosmetic allergen? · case review
Contact Allergy and Allergic Contact Dermatitis From Propylene Glycol and Related Glycols: Cosmetic Skin Sensitisers After All? · retrospective patch-test study
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Propanediol
INCI name
Propanediol
As printed on the label
Propanediol
Korean name
프로판다이올, 프로판디올
Recorded CosIng functions
solvent — dissolves other ingredients so they blend into the formula
viscosity controlling — adjusts how thick or thin the product feels
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
strong (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Safety Assessment of Alkane Diols as Used in Cosmetics · peer-reviewed safety assessment
Safety Assessment of Alkane Diols as Used in Cosmetics — PubMed record · peer-reviewed safety assessment record
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
INCI name
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
As printed on the label
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Korean name
소듐하이알루로네이트크로스폴리머
Recorded CosIng functions
humectant — draws moisture into the skin
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
limited (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Safety Assessment of Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymers - CIR Scientific Literature Review, March 2026 · scientific literature review
Pilot Comparative Study of the Topical Action of a Novel, Crosslinked Resilient Hyaluronic Acid on Skin Hydration and Barrier Function in a Dynamic, Three-Dimensional Human Explant Model · ex vivo comparative study
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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PanthenolPro-vitamin B5
INCI name
Panthenol
As printed on the label
Panthenol
Korean name
판테놀
Recorded CosIng functions
antistatic — is listed in CosIng as an antistatic agent (static control, mostly in hair products)
hair conditioning — leaves hair feeling smoother and easier to manage
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
moderate (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
0/5 · Fulton 1989 (J. Soc. Cosmet. Chem. 40:321); Kligman & Mills 1972; acne.org compiled tables · ingredient-level published ratingAn older, contested scale — not a prediction of breakouts.
Sources
Panthenol - COSMILE Europe · ingredient database
Dexpanthenol in Wound Healing after Medical and Cosmetic Interventions (Postprocedure Wound Healing) - PMC · peer-reviewed review
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Ahnfeltia Concinna Extract
INCI name
Ahnfeltia Concinna Extract
As printed on the label
Ahnfeltia Concinna Extract
Recorded CosIng functions
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
limited (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
EU CosIng Ingredients and Fragrance Inventory snapshot (2020-12-30; ref 96258) · official catalog snapshot
European Commission: Cosmetic ingredient database and its evidence boundary · official database guidance
Record reviewed
cosing-catalog-baseline · 2020-12-30
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Glycerin
INCI name
Glycerin
As printed on the label
Glycerin
Korean name
글리세린
Recorded CosIng functions
denaturant — makes alcohol undrinkable without changing its cosmetic use
hair conditioning — leaves hair feeling smoother and easier to manage
humectant — draws moisture into the skin
oral care — is listed in CosIng as an oral-care agent (mouth or teeth products)
perfuming — adds scent
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
skin protecting — is listed in CosIng as a skin-protecting agent
solvent — dissolves other ingredients so they blend into the formula
viscosity controlling — adjusts how thick or thin the product feels
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
strong (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
0/5 · Fulton 1989 (J. Soc. Cosmet. Chem. 40:321); Kligman & Mills 1972; acne.org compiled tables · ingredient-level published ratingAn older, contested scale — not a prediction of breakouts.
Sources
Glycerin — COSMILE Europe · European cosmetic ingredient database
Is endogenous glycerol a determinant of stratum corneum hydration in humans? - Fluhr et al., Br J Dermatol 2005 (PubMed) · clinical study
Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions - Fluhr, Darlenski & Surber, Br J Dermatol 2008 · clinical review
Glycerol - WHO Model List of Essential Medicines (eEML) · regulatory reference
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
INCI name
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
As printed on the label
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Korean name
트라이소듐에틸렌다이아민다이석시네이트, 트리소듐에칠렌디아민디석시네이트
Recorded CosIng functions
chelating — binds trace metals that could destabilize a formula
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
strong (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Safety Assessment of Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate and Tetrasodium Iminodisuccinate as Used in Cosmetics · Cosmetic Ingredient Review safety assessment
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate and Tetrasodium Iminodisuccinate — CIR report page · Cosmetic Ingredient Review report page
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Citric Acid
INCI name
Citric Acid
As printed on the label
Citric Acid
Korean name
시트릭애씨드
Recorded CosIng functions
buffering — keeps a formula's pH steady
chelating — binds trace metals that could destabilize a formula
fragrance — adds scent
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
moderate (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Safety Assessment of Citric Acid, Inorganic Citrate Salts, and Alkyl Citrate Esters as Used in Cosmetics (CIR Expert Panel, Int J Toxicol 2014) · safety assessment
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Ethylhexylglycerin
INCI name
Ethylhexylglycerin
As printed on the label
Ethylhexylglycerin
Korean name
에칠헥실글리세린, 에틸헥실글리세린
Recorded CosIng functions
deodorant — is listed in CosIng as a deodorant agent
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
moderate (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Cosmetic Ingredient Review: Final Safety Assessment of Alkyl Glyceryl Ethers as Used in Cosmetics · safety assessment
Patch Testing to Ethylhexylglycerin: The North American Contact Dermatitis Group Experience, 2013-2018 · clinical study
Ethylhexylglycerin: a low-risk, but highly relevant, sensitizer in 'hypo-allergenic' cosmetics · case series
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Hexylene Glycol
INCI name
Hexylene Glycol
As printed on the label
Hexylene Glycol
Korean name
헥실렌글라이콜
Recorded CosIng functions
perfuming — adds scent
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
solvent — dissolves other ingredients so they blend into the formula
surfactant - cleansing — helps remove dirt and oil
surfactant - emulsifying — keeps oil and water blended together
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
strong (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Hexylene Glycol — Cosmetic Ingredient Review · Cosmetic Ingredient Review report page
Final report on the safety assessment of Butylene Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol, and Dipropylene Glycol · Peer-reviewed safety assessment record
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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1,2-Hexanediol
INCI name
1,2-Hexanediol
As printed on the label
1,2-Hexanediol
Korean name
1,2-헥산다이올
Recorded CosIng functions
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
solvent — dissolves other ingredients so they blend into the formula
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
moderate (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Safety Assessment of 1,2-Glycols as Used in Cosmetics — Cosmetic Ingredient Review · peer-reviewed safety assessment
Synergistic/antagonistic antimicrobial effects of cosmetic ingredients in combination with 1,2-hexanediol · in vitro study
In vitro study to evaluate the antimicrobial activity of various multifunctional cosmetic ingredients and chlorphenesin on bacterial species at risk in the cosmetic industry · in vitro study
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Phenoxyethanol
INCI name
Phenoxyethanol
As printed on the label
Phenoxyethanol
Korean name
페녹시에탄올
Recorded CosIng functions
antimicrobial — helps control microorganism growth in the product
preservative — stops microbes from growing so the product stays safe to use
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
strong (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
European Commission Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety: Final Opinion on Phenoxyethanol (SCCS/1575/16) · regulatory safety opinion
COSMILE Europe: Phenoxyethanol—functions, uses, and safety information · cosmetic ingredient database
Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Phenoxyethanol · peer-reviewed safety assessment
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Caprylyl Glycol
INCI name
Caprylyl Glycol
As printed on the label
Caprylyl Glycol
Korean name
카프릴릴글라이콜
Recorded CosIng functions
deodorant — is listed in CosIng as a deodorant agent
hair conditioning — leaves hair feeling smoother and easier to manage
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
skin conditioning - emollient — softens and smooths the skin
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
moderate (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Safety Assessment of 1,2-Glycols as Used in Cosmetics · peer-reviewed safety assessment
Contact Allergy and Allergic Contact Dermatitis From Propylene Glycol and Related Glycols: Cosmetic Skin Sensitisers After All? · retrospective patch-test study
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Where this label came from. 15 of 16 label tokens linked to a known ingredient; parse status ok. Recovered from INCIDecoder at high confidence on 2026-07-09.

Safety & cautions

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