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The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner

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The Ordinary

Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner

toner · 240 ml · Skincare

The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 42-ingredient list, with glycerin, glycolic acid and lactic acid. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: brands reformulate, so match this list to the one on your pack.

  • Fragrance-free
  • No essential oils
  • No labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom

Key ingredients in Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Glycolic acid (AHA)

    A small-molecule exfoliant for dullness and texture.

  • Lactic acid (AHA)

    A gentler, hydrating exfoliant.

  • Urea

    Hydrates and softens rough, thick or flaky skin.

  • Aloe vera

    A soothing, hydrating plant juice.

Full ingredient list, decoded

42 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1Aqua (Water)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Glycolic Acid
  3. 3Rosa Damascena Flower Water
  4. 4Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water
  5. 5Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water
  6. 6PropanediolPropanediol is a clear liquid that draws water toward the skin. Its jobs are as a…
  7. 7GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  8. 8TriethanolamineTriethanolamine is a clear, thick, slightly alkaline liquid used mainly to adjust a…
  9. 9Aminomethyl PropanolAminomethyl Propanol is a synthetic amino alcohol that mainly adjusts pH, meaning how…
  10. 10Panax Ginseng Root Extract
  11. 11Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract
  12. 12Aspartic Acid
  13. 13Alanine
  14. 14GlycineGlycine is the simplest amino acid, a small protein building block that helps balance…
  15. 15SerineSerine is an amino acid, a small building block of proteins, that helps attract and…
  16. 16Valine
  17. 17Isoleucine
  18. 18ProlineProline is an amino acid, a building block of protein. In skincare and haircare it…
  19. 19Threonine
  20. 20HistidineHistidine is an amino acid, one of the small building blocks that make up proteins. In…
  21. 21Phenylalanine
  22. 22Glutamic AcidGlutamic Acid is an amino acid that occurs naturally in the body and in skin. In…
  23. 23ArginineArginine is an amino acid, one of the natural building blocks of proteins. In hair…
  24. 24Pca
  25. 25Sodium PcaSodium PCA is a salt that helps skin and hair hold water. It is a humectant, meaning it…
  26. 26Sodium LactateSodium Lactate is the sodium salt of lactic acid, a mild alpha hydroxy acid. It mainly…
  27. 27Fructose
  28. 28GlucoseGlucose is a simple sugar, usually made from corn or other starches. In skincare it…
  29. 29SucroseSucrose is ordinary table sugar, a simple sugar made of glucose and fructose. In…
  30. 30UreaUrea is a naturally occurring compound that your skin also makes, and it is a common…
  31. 31Hexyl Nicotinate
  32. 32Dextrin
  33. 33Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  34. 34Polysorbate 20Polysorbate 20 is a mild, water-soluble emulsifier made from sorbitol and a lauric-type…
  35. 35Gellan Gum
  36. 36Trisodium Ethylenediamine DisuccinateTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate is a chelating agent, a salt that grabs onto…
  37. 37Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  38. 38Hexylene GlycolHexylene Glycol is a clear, colorless liquid that mixes with both water and oil-loving…
  39. 39Potassium SorbatePotassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, a mild preservative that helps…
  40. 40Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  41. 411,2-Hexanediol1,2-Hexanediol is a small, clear liquid that acts as a solvent, a humectant and a…
  42. 42Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/0769915190977, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner fragrance-free?

Yes. The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner good for?

By its ingredient list it fits sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Glycerin, Glycolic acid (AHA), Lactic acid (AHA) and Urea.

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