How to Use The Ordinary The Balance Set

In this video, you will learn how to use The Ordinary's "The Balance Set."

The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser (1:00)
The Ordinary 2% Salicylic Acid Masque (3:30)
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% (13:33)
The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA (20:03)

The Ordinary's "The Balance Set'': amzn.to/4iNCfHT

Squalane Cleanser:

Targets: Dirt, sunscreen, makeup removal
Time of Use: AM and PM

Salicylic Acid 2% Masque:

Targets: Lackluster tone, textural irregularities
Format: Paste-like
Regimen Step: Use as a masque, then rinse off
Conflicts: Avoid using with other strong acids, EUK 134 0.1%, or peptides
Time of Use: 1–2 times a week, ideally in the PM

Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%:

Targets: Regulates sebum, minimizes pores
Format: Water-based serum
Regimen Step: Apply before oils or creams
Conflicts: Avoid using with pure Vitamin C (ELAA/LAA)
Time of Use: AM and PM

Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA:

Targets: Hydration, skin repair
Format: Emulsion
Regimen Step: Use as the last step of skincare (before makeup primer)
Conflicts: None
Time of Use: AM and PM

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