Heck......I'm not really qualified for this kind of stuff as.....hands-up I'm generally a cheap skate when it comes to skincare (preferring that old Carrie Bradshaw adage "I like my money right where I can see it.....hanging in my closet!") but that's exactly why this post is so relevant. The products I have ordered below all come in at under £8! Grazia magazine is to blame for revealing these bargainous beauty secrets. This week's edition has bought The Ordinary to my attention. Grazia has done a fabulous article called *Oh Hi - Lo Beauties* regarding "beauty dupes, namely products of comparable quality to their luxe counterparts". Naturally that little one-liner got me hooked on finding out more! I've zoned in on this brand in particular that there seems to be a real buzz about them at the moment. What makes this stuff even more appealing is that rather handily it's available on ASOS......if you have their Premier delivery (thoroughly worth £9.99 a year for unlimited next day delivery I might add!) all I can say is happy days as my order is currently winging it's way to me.
As I say, I'm no expert but I've ordered these three products to start off with as going by their descriptions they seem most suited to my skin. If you'd like to learn a little more about this brand I've found a fascinating post by Caroline Hirons here. I would recommend reading the comments to give you some honest reviews. I promise to report back once I've been using these for a while.
These are the three products I'm going to trial first........
The top product is The Ordinary Natural Moisturising Factors + HA 30ml, Aims to protect and hydrate your skin Non-greasy formula Lightweight creamy texture. Contains 11 amino acids.
The Middle product is The Ordinary Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate 30ml, Aims to brighten skin. Lightweight creamy texture Highly concentrated formula Contains vitamin C to illuminate your complexion and reduce signs of ageing. Apply to face morning and evening.
The Bottom product is The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% + HA 2% 30ml, Mild 5% Lactic Acid superficial peeling formulation Offers very mild exfoliation. Reduces signs of inflammation and sensitivity. Contains purified Tasmanian pepperberry. Apply once per day, ideally in the evening. Can be diluted with other treatments to reduce strength.
I have high hopes for The Ordinary skincare, I'm a huge fan of the Aldi Lacura Caviar products so I'm excited to see if The Ordinary lives up to expectations!
Anyone one else tried this brand? Perhaps you know of some other great drug-store price brands.....care to share?
As per, I shall leave you with an outfit round-up!
Topshop coat, past season, alternative
here
H&M sweater, past season similar
here
Office Brogues, past season similar
here
Zara coat, past season alternative
here
YunionT white t-shirt,
here
Zara Cardigan, past season alternative
here
Gap trousers, past season similar
here
Topshop coat, past season alternative
here
H&M sweater, similar
here
La Redoute ruffle neck shirt,
here
Gap trousers, past season similar
here
Mango jacket, via Cancer Research, alternative
here
Balenciaga bag, similar
here
Anyone joining me in placing an order for The Ordinary?
Normal service resumes.....as in all things clothing and shoe related next post!
Wishing everyone a fab weekend.....back soon!