Balancing & Clarifying Serum
Product Analysis Summary
The Ordinary product. Mostly fragrance‑free. Formula aimed at skin types that tolerate moderate comedogenic ingredients. Patch-test if you have very reactive skin.
Formulation Analysis
Click any ingredient to view full details
| Ingredient Name | Safety Profile | Functionality |
|---|---|---|
| C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk | ||
| C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| S 2 Safety: Low risk | ||
| S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| S 2 Safety: Low risk | ||
| | ||
| C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk | ||
| S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk | ||
| C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk | ||
| C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| S 2 Safety: Low risk | ||
| C 4 Comedogenic: High risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk | ||
| C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk | ||
| S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk | ||
| S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk | ||
| S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk |
Community
The Ordinary Balancing & Clarifying Serum Reviews
Be the first to review
No reviews yet
Be the first to share your experience!
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Ordinary Balancing & Clarifying Serum comedogenic?
Appears To Be Comedogenic Balancing & Clarifying Serum appears to be comedogenic. It contains 1 ingredient with a high comedogenic rating (4–5) that are likely to clog pores , including <a href="/ingredient/sodium-chloride" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Sodium Chloride</a> . It may not be suitable for acne-prone skin.
Is The Ordinary a good skincare brand?
The Ordinary is a skincare brand launched in 2016 by Brandon Truaxe under the Canadian company DECIEM. The brand focuses on ingredient-centered formulations that highlight specific active ingredients such as retinoids, niacinamide, peptides, vitamin C derivatives, and exfoliating acids. Products are often formulated with relatively simple ingredient lists and are designed for targeted skincare routines. The Ordinary makes products such as Balancing & Clarifying Serum that include some ingredients which may be problematic for sensitive or acne-prone skin. Check individual product ingredient lists and community reviews before deciding. Read more about The Ordinary.
Is The Ordinary Balancing & Clarifying Serum safe for sensitive skin?
Appears Suitable for Sensitive Skin Balancing & Clarifying Serum appears suitable for sensitive skin based on its ingredient profile. No common irritants detected among its 24 ingredients. Always patch test when trying a new product.
Does The Ordinary Balancing & Clarifying Serum clog pores?
Potential Pore-Cloggers Present Balancing & Clarifying Serum contains 1 ingredient with a comedogenic rating of 3 or higher that may clog pores , including <a href="/ingredient/sodium-chloride" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Sodium Chloride</a> . Every ingredient's comedogenic rating is listed above.
Who makes The Ordinary Balancing & Clarifying Serum?
This product is from The Ordinary. See more products from The Ordinary.
What are the ingredients in The Ordinary Balancing & Clarifying Serum?
Balancing & Clarifying Serum contains 24 ingredients. The first ingredients listed are <a href="/ingredient/water" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Water</a>, <a href="/ingredient/lactococcus-ferment-lysate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Lactococcus Ferment Lysate</a>, <a href="/ingredient/propanediol" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Propanediol</a>, <a href="/ingredient/potassium-azeloyl-diglycinate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate</a> and <a href="/ingredient/carnitine" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Carnitine</a>. Each ingredient includes a comedogenic rating, irritancy rating, and safety score. View the full annotated ingredient list above.
What do users say about The Ordinary Balancing & Clarifying Serum?
No Reviews Yet Balancing & Clarifying Serum does not yet have community reviews on SkinWis. Be the first to share your experience.
Similar Products
B Skincare
B Balancing Serum
The Ordinary
Soothing & Barrier Support Serum
Alder New York
Balancing Serum
BFF
Balancing Serum
The Ordinary
'Buffet' Serum
The Ordinary
Multi Peptide Serum
the SKIN HOUSE
Natural Balancing Serum
The Ordinary
Hyaluronic Acid and Squalane Cleanser