I used the ordinary peeling solution for 3 years and THIS is what it did to my face...

Intro 00:00
What is The Ordinary's AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution? 00:54
My skin before I started regularly using The Ordinary's AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution 02:26
My skin in 2021 03:20
My skin in 2022 03:58
Final thoughts 05:52

▷ Trying to find I wear, eat, and read on a regular basis?! It's all here!!

🔴 Although I have over 1000 videos on skincare and acne I realized sometimes it's still hard for people to remember which acne products I recommend, vs those that I think are a waste of money!

I decided to create this helpful skincare list of breakout and other skin products that are acne-safe, that I personally recommend and put them all in one place! I hope you find this helpful- enjoy!

Copyright Disclaimer: As permitted Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 US Copyright Office, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, comedy, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. The term and usage of "Fair Use" is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Usage in the context of non-profit, educational, research, news, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

▷ This video is not sponsored or influenced by any brand :) Having the opportunity to create and share enlightening content is another reason I'm so grateful for youtube as a platform, the opportunities life presents us, and your love and support as part of my youtube family!! In some cases, I post affiliate links that ultimately support the content provided. By no means should you ever feel obligated to use these links, but know that if you do purchase through any of them, you are contributing to spreading the message of positivity, self-love, and self-care that is expressed on this channel. Your love, support, and involvement in this youtube family is very much appreciated. Thank you always!

_______________________________________________________________
🦋 You are beYoutiful inside and out; I love you!

[sandijsmith]

I’m 54, a self professed “product girl”. I’ve tried many, many, many professional and OTC products over the years. This is the one that, like you, I always come back to. Those rare times I don’t use it for months, I’m totally amazed at even one use does. It’s truly one of the best beauty products ever.

[katerinahajjar]

I went to Sephora inside a Kohls by me a few days ago, and they had a “try me” sticker on a bottle of this peel. It’s definitely not a product to allow shoppers to just try in store. I was really surprised.

[jessicaf]

This is also fantastic for keratosis pilaris. I use it on my arms and legs. I won’t use it on my face, though, because my skin is sensitive there. Also, I have a bit of rosacea on my face.

[Nancybaybeh]

I love your honesty cassandra if you start a skin brand I'll definitely patronise cause of how honest you are in your videos

[fenzirulfr]

Crazy how different everyone's skin is. My skin can't tolerate this product for even 1 second without burning.

[romanaperos]

I have acne scars and hyperpigmentation and have been using the peel for a little over a month now. I am absolutely in love, it leaves my skin feeling so soft and glowing and I don't even feel any stinging when I have it on <3

[AperoSpritz]

I leave it on for 6-7 minutes max, and I do not use as much as it seems for Cassandra in the video. That is what my skin can tolerate. People should pay close attention to what their skin feels like when using strong acids at home.

[willcookmakeup]

Love this. As estheticians the words "peel", "chemical" or "acid" don't scare us and we understand them from a scientific and formulation standpoint. These peels despite being over the counter can be so so damaging to the skin. But simultaneously, they're also not something to fear and can be extremely effective and should be a first approach at changing skin before jumping right into laser and prescriptions or other procedures.

I highly recommend everyone trying one out and giving them a chance and not be afraid. Truly, unless you're using it completely incorrectly or already compromised skin, most consumer peels you can buy as a non professional aren't strong enough to burn or damage your skin. It's when you're not versed and have skin not used to acids and leave them on to long that it becomes a danger.

Like Cass said, if you exfoliate before, leave on too long, apply on wet skin, it messes with the way the product was intended to work. I'm sure anyone who's done a peel at home can remember that a peel hurts way more when washing it off. Water reactivates the acids and affects your skins pH. Applying the ordinary peel on wet skin could make it possibly two to four times more potent and aggressive than intended during formulation.

In (not) short, the ingredients themselves aren't villains its the fear mongering and widely distributed misinformation from non processional influencers and the like. Wow sorry for that rant. I've aligned with Cass for so long on this and it's such a touchy subject for us as licensed pros in the field

[phobeo]

Out of genuine curiosity, how can someone who uses soooo many products pinpoint that one thing in specific has made certain improvements?

[ivanaziramov]

I adore this product!!!! It changed appearance of my acne scars, unclogged my pores, leaves my skin glowing and I could never replace it! Hopefully TO will always be this affordable 👌🏼

[rchidfield]

I also have oily/resilient skin.
I bought this peeling to treat my hyperpigmentation and I saw results in a few weeks, the thing is I hate to wait even if it's 10 minutes for using a mask so I changed my routine to something more convenient for me but that also targets my concerns.

Since I still have the peeling I will use it on my body, and monthly on my face.

[pinkbombshellcasing]

She mentioned being careful if you’re very pale, but also be careful if you’re a POC :)

[aprilneilson]

I could never use this peel because I'm so heavy with my skincare. I would burn my face off. Glad it worked for you. I know you have been through alot with your skin.

[sarahpetrie]

I love this product! My skin is sensitive but it responds well to this treatment. Once or twice a week for 10 minutes makes my skin super soft and helps smooth the texture. Definitely recommend it! Thanks for making such a great video on a great product!

[lubospe]

I love this product! Use it all the time. Definitely has to be used on dry skin. I usually leave it longer than 10 mins, BUT - I don’t have sensitive skin, I love G and S acid and I like to feel when it’s working 🙂

[kathy]

Tips: For sensitive skin don't put it just after shower bcz even if you wipe off the excess water of your face your skin is damp.Put it after 10 minutes of showing. Also make sure your fingers, hands is completely dry. And don't use it more than 1 times a week.
Don't use any other actives like tretinoin, Retinol, Azalic acid, Mandelic acid, PHA, Vitamin C, Alpha Arbutin or any other actives after using peeling solution. Just use a gentle moisturizer.

[liannedoherty]

Cassandra: This product has done wonders for my face!!! I use is twice a week for 10 minutes and the results have been amazing. Along with the peel. I am also using other Ordinary products which has really helped my acne, small scars and even some milia! Thanks for the recommendation!

[ybs]

I share your experience! I feel this has helped my acne prone skin too! The thing that has helped me is applying a smaller amount (not to the point where it's red, but rather pink on the face when applied) and also applying aquaphor around my nose, mouth and eyes before putting the mask on, as those areas are too sensitive to have direct contact with this peel

[ambria_sornia]

Really wish the skin care field was this informative when I was in my twenties. I feel like I'm running to try to catch up. 😅

[antheaswartz]

I just want to say "Thank you!". Your channel has been an absolute lifesaver for a mom who knew nothing about skin care. A little over 2 years ago I was looking for advice on what to do as my daughter was going through puberty and she had to deal with hormonal acne. I was one of those people that never had acne as a teen but it hit me hard in my 20's, but I didn't have anyone who could give me advice. I was left with some scarring and uneven skin. 9 years ago I changed my diet and birth control and that helped a lot, but some scarring remained. In my search to help my tween, I came upon you. I watched so many of your videos, and I bought the ordinary products for my daughter, I also placed her on a birth control to help with her periods and started using the products myself. I can happily say that my daughter's skin has cleared up entirely with no lasting scarring and I can see the difference in my skin as well. I noticed that one of my scars that my previous beautician said was "something that I would have to live with" has started to get smaller and is fading. Like I said your channel is a life saver. 💞