The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Review
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- Best for
- dry, combination, sensitive, oily
- Price
- $9.90 / 30 mL
- Main claim
- Anti-aging firming
- Texture
- Lightweight, water-based serum
Editorial pick only.
Quick verdict
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 sits in the budget tier at $9.90 for 30 mL. Best for dry, combination, sensitive, oily skin.
Key ingredients
What the hero actives in Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 are supposed to do.
Primary
Hyaluronic Acid (2%)
Supporting
Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramides, Panthenol
Learn more about these actives
Ceramides
Naturally-occurring lipids that hold the skin barrier together. Lose them and your skin loses water and irritates more easily.
Read the full Ceramides guide ->Hyaluronic Acid
A humectant that binds up to 1000x its weight in water, plumping skin and softening the appearance of fine lines.
Read the full Hyaluronic Acid guide ->Panthenol
The skincare form of vitamin B5. Acts as a humectant, supports barrier repair, and reduces redness and stinging on compromised skin.
Read the full Panthenol guide ->Alternatives to The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5
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Final verdict
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 is a budget face serum for dry, combination, sensitive, oily skin.
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Editor's note
Reviewed by the BLC Editorial Team using our standardized 7-criteria scoring methodology. Independent and not sponsored.
Last updated: Jul 24, 2026. Read how we evaluate.