The Ordinary

Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA

face moisturizer

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Fit by skin type

General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
60%
Combination (dry)
60%
Balanced
90%
Combination (oily)
80%
Oily
80%

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Ingredients
6
Benefits
2
Actives
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A hydrating formula with amino acids, dermal lipids, and hyaluronic acid

Key Insights

Benefits

6
Anti-Aging
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Oil Control
Smooths Bumpy Skin
Soothing

Active Ingredients

2
AHA Hyaluronic acid

Risks

1
Synthetic polymer

About Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA

Overview

Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA is a lightweight moisturizer from The Ordinary, a brand based in Canada. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 62 ingredients, each broken down in full below.

Texture and finish

By its ingredient list the formula reads as light: water and humectants lead, with emollients kept lower in the order. Hydration is handled by C12-13 Alkyl Glyceryl Hydrolyzed Hyaluronate, Propanediol and Glycerin, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.

What the formula does

Hydration: Very high. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from C12-13 Alkyl Glyceryl Hydrolyzed Hyaluronate, Propanediol, Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate.

Barrier support: Moderate. Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity, and here that comes from Squalane, Linoleic Acid and Lecithin.

Soothing: Moderate. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Allantoin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aspartic Acid and Valine.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry and Combination (dry) skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.

What it does not target

The formula contributes little or nothing on antioxidant protection and firmness signalling. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.

What is not in it

Reading the full list, the formula is fragrance-free, essential-oil-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free and microplastic-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging.

Where it fits in a routine

It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes after serums. Seal in your serums with it; in the morning, sunscreen still goes on top.

This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.

Pros and cons

Drawn purely from the ingredient list

Pros

  • No fragrance or declared allergens
  • No essential oils
  • No drying alcohol
  • Silicone-free
  • No microplastics
  • Strong humectant content for hydration
  • No common irritants flagged in the list

Things to know

  • 2 ingredients could feed malassezia (fungal acne)

Which skin types it suits

Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.

Suitable for

  • Balanced skin

May suit

  • Combination (oily) skin
  • Oily skin

Less suitable for

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin

Sensitive skin

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Skin concerns

Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.

Helps with

  • Hydration 35 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Anti-Aging 13 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Soothing 7 ingredients

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

  • Evens Skin Tone 3 ingredients

    Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance

  • Oil Control 1 ingredient

    Regulates sebum production to reduce shine and greasiness

  • Smooths Bumpy Skin 1 ingredient

    Refines texture by gently exfoliating rough, uneven patches

Does not target

Anti-Acne Blackhead Reducing Dark Spot Fading Pore Minimizer

None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.

Key ingredients

The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water

Hydration

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl

Hydration

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

2,6,10,15,19,23-Hexamethyltetracosane

Hydration Anti-Aging

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Hexadecan-1-ol

Hydration

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

1,3-dihydroxypropane

Hydration

9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging
Sodium Hyaluronate Hyaluronic acid

10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Hyaluronic acid, sodium, salt

Hydration Anti-Aging Soothing

11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

L-Arginine

Hydration Anti-Aging

12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Aspartic acid

Hydration Soothing

13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Glycine

Hydration

14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Alanine

Anti-Aging Hydration

15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

2-Amino-3-hydroxypropanoic acid

Hydration Anti-Aging

Formula analysis

Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.

Hydration Very high

Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin

Barrier support Moderate

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support None

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control Low

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening Low

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing Moderate

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal Low

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling None

Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support

Active and supporting ingredients

"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.

Active ingredients (3)

Supporting ingredients (59)

Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.

Aqua Water Caprylic/capric Triglyceride Squalane C12-13 Alkyl Glyceryl Hydrolyzed Hyaluronate Cetyl Alcohol Propanediol Stearyl Alcohol Glycerin Arginine Aspartic Acid Glycine Alanine Serine Valine Isoleucine Glutamic Acid Proline Threonine Histidine Phenylalanine Sucrose Glucose Maltose Fructose Zinc PCA Magnesium PCA Trehalose Manganese PCA Sodium PCA PCA Sodium Lactate Urea Allantoin Hexyl Nicotinate Lauryl Glucoside Linoleic Acid Myristyl Glucoside Oleic Acid Phytosteryl Canola Glycerides Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate Palmitic Acid Dextrin Stearic Acid Hexylene Glycol Lecithin Potassium Sorbate Triolein Tocopherol Carbomer Isoceteth-20 Polysorbate 60 Sodium Chloride Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate Pentylene Glycol Triethanolamine Sodium Hydroxide Phenoxyethanol Chlorphenesin

What is and is not in it

Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.

Free from

  • Fragrance-free
  • Essential-oil-free
  • No drying alcohol
  • Paraben-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Microplastic-free
  • Sulfate-free
  • Dye-free
  • Oil-free
  • No animal-derived ingredients

What to layer it with

Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.

Compatible with

  • Azelaic acid
  • Copper peptides
  • Bakuchiol
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Ceramides
  • Signal peptides
  • Panthenol
  • Sunscreen

Use with caution

  • Retinoids (retinol, retinal)

    Best kept to separate routines — one in the morning, one at night, or on alternate days.

  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

  • AHAs (glycolic, lactic)

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

  • BHA (salicylic acid)

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

  • PHAs (gluconolactone)

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

  • Benzoyl peroxide

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

Where it fits in a routine

Morning Evening
  1. Cleanse
  2. Toning
  3. Treat
  4. Moisturise
  5. Protect

This product is the "Moisturise" step.

  • Seal in your serums with it; in the morning, sunscreen still goes on top.

Safety and suitability

Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
Fungal acne (malassezia)
2 ingredients could feed malassezia: Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate, Polysorbate 60. That is about the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that you will break out.
Sensitive and reactive skin
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Recorded ingredient risks
Synthetic polymer

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 62 ingredients on the label.

17
Humectant

Draws water into the upper layers of skin

14
Surfactant

Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together

9
Emollient

Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells

9
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

7
pH adjuster

Sets the acidity the formula needs to work

6
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

3
Active

Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels

3
Preservative

Keeps the product free of microbial growth

2
Soothing

Calms visible redness and irritation

2
Chelator

Binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula

2
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

1
Antioxidant

Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution

1
Exfoliant

Loosens or dissolves dead surface cells

Ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.

1 Aqua Solvent
Estimated level
30–80%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.

Water

2 Water Solvent
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • Skin Research and Technology, May 2015, pages 131-136
  • Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, November-December 1999, pages 344-351
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, September-October 1993, pages 249-262
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2020, pages 34-35
  • Periodica Polytechnica Chemical Engineering, 2014, pages 43-48
  • International Journal of Toxicology, January 2003, pages 4-5
  • Food and Chemical Toxicology, January 2000, pages 79-98
  • Journal of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists, August 1985, pages 303-311
4 Squalane Emollient
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

2,6,10,15,19,23-Hexamethyltetracosane

Hydration Anti-Aging
9 scientific references
  • Cosmetics Ingredient Review, 2019, ePublication
  • ACS Open, July 2017, pages 3, 989–3, 996
  • Indian Journal of Dermatology, May-June 2016, pages 279-297
  • The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, June 2014, pages 25-32
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, January-February 2013, pages 59-66
  • Advances in Food and Nutrition Research, 2012, pages 223-233
  • Molecules, January 2009, pages 540-554
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, November 2006, pages 2, 430-2, 437
  • Free Radical Research, April 2002, pages 471-477
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

C12-13 Alkyl Glyceryl Hydrolyzed Hyaluronate is the product obtained by the reaction of a C12-13 alkyl ether of glycerin with Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid.

6 Cetyl Alcohol Emollient
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant, Texture agent

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Hexadecan-1-ol

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, December 2012, Issue 34, Volume 6, pages 567-74
  • http://wwwcir-safetyorg/sites/default/files/115_buff3a_supplpdf
  • https://pubchemncbinlmnihgov/compound/1-Hexadecanol
7 Propanediol Texture agent
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

1,3-dihydroxypropane

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • PubChem Compound Summary, April 2021, ePublication
  • SpecialChem, Accessed April 2021, ePublication
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, June 2018, pages 1-73
  • Cosmetics & Toiletries, May 2013, pages 81-86
8 Stearyl Alcohol Emollient
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant, Texture agent

8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Octadecan-1-ol

9 Glycerin Humectant
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Occlusive, Texture agent, Solvent

9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation, March 2021, pages 223-231
  • International Journal of Toxicology, November/December 2019, Volume 38, Supplement 3, pages 6S-22S
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2016, ePublication
  • British Journal of Dermatology, July 2008, pages 23-34
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2007, pages 75-82
  • Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, June 2003, pages 7, 360-7, 365
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Active

10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Hyaluronic acid, sodium, salt

Hydration Anti-Aging Soothing
5 scientific references
  • Der Hautarzt; Zeitschrift fur Dermatologie, Venerologie, und Verwandte Gebiete, December 2017, pages 987-993
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, July 2014, pages 277-287
  • Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, October 2012, pages 20-23
  • DermatoEndocrinology, July-December 2012, pages 253-258
  • Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, September 2011, pages 990-1000
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

L-Arginine

Hydration Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Biobased Surfactants (Second Edition), 2019, pages 413-445
  • Scientific Reports, February 2016, pages 1-10
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, October 2012, pages 1-35
  • Journal of Advanced Research, July 2010, pages 169–177
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, April 2005, page 139
  • Wound Repair and Regeneration, November-December 2003, pages 419-423
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Aspartic acid

Hydration Soothing
13 Glycine pH adjuster
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
pH adjuster

13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Glycine

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • Amino Acids in Nutrition and Health, August 2020, pages 187-199
  • Current Medicinal Chemistry, 2018, pages 5, 512-5, 527, ePublication
  • PLoS ONE, February 2018, ePublication
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, October 2009, pages 327-345
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Alanine

Anti-Aging Hydration
5 scientific references
  • Amino Acids in Nutrition and Health, August 2020, pages 187-199
  • Current Medicinal Chemistry, December 2018, pages 5, 512-5, 527
  • Marine Drugs, March 2018, ePublication
  • PLoS ONE, February 2018, ePublication
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2009, pages 327-345
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

2-Amino-3-hydroxypropanoic acid

Hydration Anti-Aging
4 scientific references
  • Amino Acids in Nutrition and Health, August 2020, pages 187-199
  • Current Medicinal Chemistry, December 2018, pages 5, 512-5, 527
  • PLoS ONE, February 2018, ePublication
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2009, pages 327-345
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

2-Amino-3-methylbutanoic acid

Hydration Soothing
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

17th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

L-Isoleucine; DL-allo-Isoleucine; 2-Amino-3-methylpentanoic acid

Hydration
18 Glutamic Acid Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

18th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

(S)-2-Aminopentanedioic acid

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • Malaysian Applied Biology, May 2018, pages 113–117
  • Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences, April 2014, pages 153-158
  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2013, pages 41S-64S
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, June 2003, pages 1, 023-1, 029
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

19th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

2-Pyrrolidinecarboxylic acid, (S)-

Hydration Anti-Aging
4 scientific references
  • Amino Acids in Nutrition and Health, August 2020, pages 187-199
  • Current Medicinal Chemistry, December 2018, pages 5, 512-5, 527
  • PLoS ONE, February 2018, ePublication
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2009, pages 327-345
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

20th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

2-Amino-3-hydroxybutanoic acid

Anti-Aging Hydration
21 Histidine Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

21st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Histidine

Anti-Aging Soothing
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

22nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

3-Phenyl-L-alanine

Hydration Anti-Aging
4 scientific references
  • https://pubchemncbinlmnihgov/compound/Phenylalanine
  • https://wwwsciencedirectcom/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/phenylalanine
  • Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, July 2018, pages 709-718
  • British Journal of Dermatology, June 2012, pages 16-19
23 Sucrose Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Soothing

23rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Sucrose

Hydration
8 scientific references
  • Supercharged Hydration
  • How Hyaluronic Acid Benefits Skin
  • What is Dehydrated Skin & How to Choose the Best Products
  • What Your Moisturizer Must Contain
  • Moisturizer Myths You Should Stop Believing Now
  • The Benefits of Glycerin in Skin Care
  • The Best Face Oils for Skin
  • How Facial Oils Help Skin
24 Glucose Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

24th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Glucose

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • International Journal of Molecular Sciences, March 2020, pages 1–13
  • Foods, March 2019, pages 1–27
  • Nature Medicine, May 2018, pages 617–627
  • Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine, September 2003, pages 1, 224–1, 228
25 Maltose Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

25th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

D-Glucose, 4-O-.alpha.-D-glucopyranosyl-

Hydration
26 Fructose Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

26th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Fructose

Hydration
27 Zinc PCA Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

27th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Proline, 5-oxo-, zinc salt

Hydration
28 Magnesium PCA Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

28th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Magnesium 2-oxopyrrolidine-5-carboxylate

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2019, pages 5S-11S
  • https://onlinepersonalcarecouncilorg/ctfa-static/online/lists/cir-pdfs/PRS683pdf
  • Nutrients, August 2017, ePublication Magnesium Research, June 2016, pages 35-42
  • Dermatology Research and Practice, August 2012, ePublication
  • International Journal of Dermatology, February 2005, pages 151-157
29 Trehalose Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

29th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

alpha-D-Glucopyranoside, alpha-D-glucopyranosyl

Hydration
7 scientific references
  • Cosmetics, October 2019, pages 1-10
  • Cell Death & Disease, July 2019, pages 1-16
  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2019, pages 5S-38S
  • Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology, February 2018, pages 2, 965-2, 976
  • Journal of Applied Polymer Science, May 2017, pages 1-6
  • Biomedical Reports, September 2014, pages 755-759
  • Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, June 2011, pages 2, 020-2, 053
30 Manganese PCA Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

30th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

L-proline, 5-oxo-, manganese salt

31 Sodium PCA Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

31st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Sodium 5-oxo-2-pyrrolidinecarboxylate

Hydration Soothing
4 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2019, ePublication
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, April 2018, pages 138-144
  • IFSCC Conference 2005 Research Paper
  • Bio-Medical Materials and Engineering, 1995, pages 9-20
32 PCA Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

32nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

L-2-Pyrrolidone-5-carboxylic acid

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2019, pages 5S-11S
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, February 2017, pages 2-10, and December 2016, pages 567-575
  • Journal of Dermatological Science, December 2014, pages 231-239
33 Sodium Lactate Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Exfoliant, pH adjuster

33rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Sodium lactate

Hydration
6 scientific references
  • Nutrition Reviews Advance Article, July 2020, pages 1-16
  • Code of Federal Regulations, April 2020, ePublication
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, March 2014, pages 321-326
  • Materials Sciences and Applications, January 2012, pages 18-23
  • Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, February 2007, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, January 1998, pages 1-241
34 Lactic Acid Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Active, pH adjuster

34th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Hydration
9 scientific references
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, April 2020, pages 116-126
  • International Journal of Dermatology, March 2019, ePublication
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, October 2018, pages 491-497
  • International Journal of Dermatology, September 2018, ePublication
  • Molecules, April 2018, ePublication
  • Journal of the American Dental Association, April 2016, pages 255-263
  • Cutis, January 2016, pages E9-E11
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, November 2010, pages 135-142
  • The Journal of Dermatology, January 2006, pages 16-22
35 Urea Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, pH adjuster

35th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Urea

Hydration Smooths Bumpy Skin Evens Skin Tone
36 Allantoin Occlusive
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Soothing

36th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Urea, (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-

Soothing
8 scientific references
  • Chemistry Series, March 2020, pages 7-21
  • Molecules, June 2019, pages 1-33
  • European Journal of Pharmacology, February 2018, pages 68-78
  • Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, June 2017, Volume 76, Issue 2, Supplement 1
  • Pharmacognosy Review, Volume 5, July-December 2011
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May 2010, Supplement, pages 84S-97S
  • Journal of Occupational Medicine and Toxicology, October 2008, ePublication
  • https://wwwaccessdatafdagov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearchcfm?CFRPart=347&showFR=1
37 Hexyl Nicotinate Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

37th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Hexyl nicotinate

38 Lauryl Glucoside Surfactant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

38th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

D-Glucose homopolymer, dodecyl ether

39 Linoleic Acid Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant

39th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

9,12-Octadecadienoic acid (9Z, 12Z)-

Anti-Aging Hydration
6 scientific references
  • https://wwwcir-safetyorg/sites/default/files/facids042019finalreppdf
  • Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, January 2018, pages 21-28
  • https://thedermreviewcom/linoleic-acid/
  • Dermatology Research and Practice, 2012, pages 9231-9234
  • Archives of Dermatological Research, 1998, issue 7, pages 375-381
  • Clinical and Experimental Dermatology, 1998, issue 2, pages 56-58
40 Myristyl Glucoside Surfactant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

40th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Tetradecyl D-glucopyranoside

41 Oleic Acid Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant

41st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

9-Octadecenoic acid (9Z)-

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

42nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Glycerides, canola oil, reaction products with plant phytosterols

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

43rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, dodecanoates (1:1) (6 mol glycerol average molar ratio)

44 Palmitic Acid Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant

44th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Hexadecanoic acid

45 Dextrin Texture agent
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

45th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Dextrin

Oil Control
8 scientific references
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  • Help for Oily Skin
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  • Niacinamide Benefits: What Does Niacinamide Do for Skin?
  • The Best Toners for Oily Skin
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46 Stearic Acid Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant, Texture agent

46th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Stearic acid

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, May 2019, pages 1-61
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2008, page 310
  • Therapeutics for the Clinician, May 2005, pages 317-324
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, December 2003, pages 559-568
47 Hexylene Glycol Surfactant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Solvent

47th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

2-Methylpentane-2,4-diol

48 Lecithin Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant

48th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Lecithins. The complex combination of diglycerides of fatty acids linked to the choline ester of phosphoric acid

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • Cosmetics, November 2020, pages 1-19
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2020, pages 5S-25S
  • Molecules, March 2020, pages 1-9
  • Journal of the American Oil Chemists' Society, March 2014, pages 1, 093-1, 101
  • Scientia Pharmaceutica, July 2013, pages 1, 151-1, 166
49 Potassium Sorbate Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

49th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Potassium (E,E)-hexa-2,4-dienoate

50 Triolein Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

50th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2,3-Propanetriyl trioleate

Hydration
51 Tocopherol Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

51st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Soothing
4 scientific references
  • Journal or Agricultural and Food Chemistry, June 2010, pages 7013-7020
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, November 2001, pages 1212-1217
  • Canadian Family Physician, July 2006, pages 855-856
  • Dermatologic Surgery, April 1999, pages 311-315
52 Carbomer Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

52nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Propenoic acid, polymer with 2,2-bis(hydroxymethyl)propane-1,3-diol 2-propenyl ether

Synthetic polymer
53 Isoceteth-20 Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

53rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Alcohols, C16-branched, ethoxylated (20 mol EO average molar ratio)

54 Polysorbate 60 Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

54th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sorbitan, monooctadecanoate, poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) derivs.

55 Sodium Chloride Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

55th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sodium chloride

56 Citric Acid Active
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active, Chelator, pH adjuster

56th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Chelator

57th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

L-Aspartic acid, N,N'-1,2-ethanediylbis-, trisodium salt

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

58th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Dihydroxypentane

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • https://thedermreviewcom/pentylene-glycol/
  • Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology, July 2017, pages 106-111
  • Prospector, June 2015, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, October 2012, pages 147S-168S
59 Triethanolamine Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, pH adjuster

59th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2,2',2''-Nitrilotriethanol

60 Sodium Hydroxide pH adjuster
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
pH adjuster

60th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sodium hydroxide

61 Phenoxyethanol Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

61st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Phenoxyethanol

62 Chlorphenesin Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

62nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Propanediol, 3-(4-chlorophenoxy)-

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Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA?

WATER, AQUA, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, SQUALANE, CETYL ALCOHOL, C12-13 ALKYL GLYCERYL HYDROLYZED HYALURONATE, PROPANEDIOL, STEARYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERIN, SODIUM HYALURONATE, ARGININE, ASPARTIC ACID, GLYCINE, ALANINE, SERINE, VALINE, ISOLEUCINE, PROLINE, GLUTAMIC ACID, THREONINE, HISTIDINE, PHENYLALANINE, SUCROSE, GLUCOSE, MALTOSE, FRUCTOSE, ZINC PCA, TREHALOSE, MAGNESIUM PCA, SODIUM PCA, MANGANESE PCA, PCA, SODIUM LACTATE, UREA, LACTIC ACID, ALLANTOIN, HEXYL NICOTINATE, LINOLEIC ACID, LAURYL GLUCOSIDE, OLEIC ACID, MYRISTYL GLUCOSIDE, PHYTOSTERYL CANOLA GLYCERIDES, POLYGLYCERYL-6 LAURATE, PALMITIC ACID, STEARIC ACID, DEXTRIN, LECITHIN, HEXYLENE GLYCOL, TRIOLEIN, POTASSIUM SORBATE, TOCOPHEROL, CARBOMER, ISOCETETH-20, POLYSORBATE 60, SODIUM CHLORIDE, CITRIC ACID, TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, TRIETHANOLAMINE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, PHENOXYETHANOL, CHLORPHENESIN.

What are the active ingredients in Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA?

SODIUM HYALURONATE, LACTIC ACID, CITRIC ACID.

How do I use Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA?

-Apply all over face after serums as needed for effective hydration. Beard Balm: This non-greasy formulation not only hydrates the skin beneath facial hair but can also be used to condition as a beard balm.

What skin types is Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA good for?

Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry) skin.

Is Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA good for sensitive skin?

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Is Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA fungal acne safe?

2 ingredients could feed malassezia: Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate, Polysorbate 60. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.

Can I use Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA while pregnant?

Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.

Is Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA fragrance free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is fragrance-free.

Does Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA contain alcohol?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.

Is Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA silicone free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.

Does Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA contain essential oils?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.

Is Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA paraben free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.

What can I layer with Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA?

It layers well with Azelaic acid, Copper peptides, Bakuchiol, Niacinamide, Hyaluronic acid, Ceramides. Take more care combining it with Retinoids (retinol, retinal), Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide — use them in separate routines or on alternate days.

When should I apply Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA?

Use it morning and evening, after serums.

How many ingredients does Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA have?

It lists 62 ingredients, of which 3 are recorded as actives.

Who makes Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA?

The Ordinary, a brand based in Canada.

Brand
The Ordinary
Country
Canada

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