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product_id: 53159082
title: "Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner, Brightening and Smoothing Daily Toner for More Even-Looking Skin Tone"
brand: "the ordinary"
price: "R488"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "The Ordinary"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/53159082-glycolic-acid-7-exfoliating-toner-brightening-and-smoothing-daily-toner
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Plant-derived Tasmanian Pepperberry & Aloe for soothing Hydrating water-based formula for daily use 7% Glycolic Acid for potent exfoliation Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner, Brightening and Smoothing Daily Toner for More Even-Looking Skin Tone

**Brand:** the ordinary
**Price:** R488
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✨ Reveal your radiant skin story — don’t let dullness hold you back!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner, Brightening and Smoothing Daily Toner for More Even-Looking Skin Tone by the ordinary
- **How much does it cost?** R488 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/53159082-glycolic-acid-7-exfoliating-toner-brightening-and-smoothing-daily-toner)

## Best For

- the ordinary enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted the ordinary brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Clean & Conscious:** Alcohol-free, vegan, cruelty-free, and fragrance-light
- • **Long-Lasting Value:** Lightweight formula means a little goes a long way
- • **Multi-Tasking Magic:** Use on face and scalp to hydrate & rebalance dryness
- • **Gentle Yet Effective:** Optimal pH 3.6 maximizes acid power with minimal irritation
- • **Glow-Boosting Exfoliation:** 7% Glycolic Acid refines texture & smooths skin daily

## Overview

The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner is a water-based, daily-use formula that smoothes skin texture, evens tone, and enhances luminosity with a clinically effective 7% glycolic acid concentration. Infused with plant-derived Tasmanian Pepperberry and aloe, it soothes while exfoliating and can also hydrate the scalp. Designed for evening use, it balances potency and gentleness with an optimal pH of 3.6, making it a versatile, cruelty-free, and vegan-friendly skincare essential favored by thousands for visible, lasting results.

## Description

Product Description Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner (previously Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution) is an exfoliator that significantly smoothes skin texture and promotes the appearance of a more even skin tone, as well as more luminous skin, with regular use. It also reduces the appearance of lines and wrinkles. The water-based toner format is suited to daily use. It contains a 7% concentration of Glycolic acid - a well-studied alpha-hydroxy acid - and a plant-derived Tasmanian Pepperberry derivative, which varies in colour seasonally, and which may cause an apparent colour variation in the formula from time to time. This formula should not be used on sensitive, peeling or compromised skin. Please refer to the additional sun protection notes and other warnings in the provided directions.The pH of this formula is approximately 3.6. Glycolic Acid has a pKa of 3.6 and pKa is the most important aspect to consider in formulating with acids. pKa describes the acidity of a molecule. When pKa is close to pH, there is an optimal balance between salt and acidity, maximizing effectiveness of the acid and reducing irritation. The Ordinary Tip: The multi-functional formula can also be applied to the scalp, where it helps rebalance and reduces dryness by hydrating the scalp skin. Indications Skin Exfoliate Ingredients Aqua (Water), Glycolic Acid, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Triethanolamine, Aminomethyl Propanol, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract, Aspartic Acid, Alanine, Glycine, Serine, Valine, Isoleucine, Proline, Threonine, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Glutamic Acid, Arginine, Pca, Sodium Pca, Sodium Lactate, Fructose, Glucose, Sucrose, Urea, Hexyl Nicotinate, Dextrin, Citric Acid, Polysorbate 20, Gellan Gum, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sodium Chloride, Hexylene Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol. Directions Apply once daily, ideally in the evening. Apply to the face and neck using a cotton pad or ﬁngers. Apply to dry scalp, three times a week. Tilt your head back and use the nozzle to gently dispense product from the front to the back of the head in a sweeping motion. Massage well. Safety Warning Do not use with other retinoid products. Use sun protection during the day. If irritation occurs, rinse off, cease use, and consult a physician. Use only as directed on unbroken skin. Patch testing prior to use is advised. Keep out of reach of children.

Review: Great product! - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4.6/5) I’ve been using this glycolic acid toner for a a while now and I’m genuinely impressed. It’s affordable, effective, and actually delivers results. My skin feels noticeably smoother, brighter, and more even-toned after regular use. It helps keep breakouts and rough texture under control without feeling harsh, as long as you don’t overdo it. The formula is lightweight, easy to apply, and a little goes a long way, so the bottle lasts ages. I also appreciate that it’s fragrance-light and doesn’t feel sticky. It’s become a staple in my evening routine for gentle exfoliation. Great value for money and performs just as well as much more expensive toners. Would definitely repurchase and recommend to anyone looking to improve skin texture and glow.
Review: A Reliable Staple in Our Skincare Routine - This toner has become a regular purchase for both my partner and me, and it’s one of those products we keep coming back to without thinking twice. We’ve each seen benefits in different ways, which makes it feel like a genuinely versatile addition to our routine. For me, it’s been especially helpful with dark spots and uneven areas on my skin. I even use it on my hairline, back, and body, and it consistently helps keep things clearer and smoother. My partner loves it for how it improves her overall skin texture. It gives her that subtle, healthy refinement that’s hard to describe but easy to notice over time. Neither of us has experienced irritation, and the bottle lasts a good while - close to a month, which makes it feel like solid value for the price. It’s not a dramatic overnight product, but it’s one of those quiet, dependable formulas that keeps showing up for us in small but meaningful ways. A genuinely great purchase for our shared skincare shelf. I’ll update this review if anything changes with longer-term use.

## Features

- EXFOLIATING TONER: Smoothes skin texture, visibly evens tone, and enhances luminosity with daily use.
- POWERED BY 7% GLYCOLIC ACID: Promotes more even looking skin tone, reduces the appearance of lines, and wrinkles, and boosts radiance.
- MULTI-FUNCTIONAL FORMULA: Can also be applied to the scalp to hydrate and rebalance dry scalp skin.
- WITH PLANT-DERIVEDBASED EXTRACTS: Contains Tasmanian Pepperberry a known anti-irritatant, along with aloe and ginseng.
- IDEAL FOR EVENING USE: Apply once daily, preferably in the evening, avoiding contact with sensitive areas like the eyes.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B071914GGL |
| Active Ingredients | Glycolic Acid |
| Benefits | Smoothes skin texture, visibly evens tone, and enhances luminosity with daily use. |
| Best Sellers Rank | 44 in Beauty ( See Top 100 in Beauty ) 2 in Face Astringents & Toners |
| Brand | The Ordinary |
| Brand Name | The Ordinary |
| Country Of Origin | Canada |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 43,814 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00769915234060 |
| Item Form | Serum |
| Item Length | 2.36 Inches |
| Item Volume | 240 Millilitres |
| Item Weight | 240 g |
| Item Width | 2.36 Inches |
| Manufacturer | DECIEM |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 3765351 |
| Material Features | Alcohol Free, Cruelty Free, Gluten Free, Oil Free, Vegan |
| Material Type Free | Gluten Free, Silicone Free |
| Model Number | 769915190977 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product benefits | Smoothes skin texture, visibly evens tone, and enhances luminosity with daily use. |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Face |
| Scent | Unscented |
| Scent Name | Unscented |
| Skin Tone | All |
| Skin Type | Combination, Normal, Oily |
| Skin type | Combination, Normal, Oily |
| Special Ingredients | Glycolic Acid |
| Special ingredients | Glycolic Acid |
| Target Use Body Part | Body, Face |
| UPC | 090952308385 769915190977 090952308408 769915234060 |
| Unit Count | 240.0 millilitre(s) |
| Use for | Body, Face |

## Product Details

- **Active ingredients:** Glycolic Acid
- **Brand:** The Ordinary
- **Item form:** Serum
- **Item weight:** 240 g
- **Material feature:** Alcohol Free, Cruelty Free, Gluten Free, Oil Free, Vegan
- **Product benefits:** Smoothes skin texture, visibly evens tone, and enhances luminosity with daily use.
- **Scent:** Unscented
- **Skin type:** Combination, Normal, Oily
- **Special ingredients:** Glycolic Acid
- **Use for:** Body, Face

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Why is this being offered at such an inflated price? It retails for about £8**
A: Hi, due to this being such a popular product it is usually out of stock in the UK, so some sellers buy from the US or Canada and have to pay taxes and customs as well as sellers fees and monthly subscriptions.

**Q: Can I still go on sun beds?**
A: Only if you want to get cancer

**Q: is this product fragrance free?**
A: ph - 3.5-3.7
water-free
alcohol-free
oil-free
silicone-free
nut-free
vegan
gluten-free
cruelty-free

Nothing is said about the fragrance

**Q: Can i use this mixed with my 100percent l ascorbic acid powder???**
A: L=ascorbic acid powder Do not mix with formulations containing Niacinamide or EUK 134. but you can mix with  other treatments in the palm of your hand and apply to face in the AM or the PM. A tingling sensation can be expected after application. Glycolic Acid is toning so you better just use it alone.
I enclosed the direction of Glycolic Acid for your reference.
Directions
Use ideally in the PM, no more frequently than once per day. After cleaning, saturate a cotton pad with the formula and sweep across face and neck. Avoid the eye contour and contact with eyes. Do not rinse off. Continue with additional skin treatments as needed. If persistent irritation occurs, discontinue use and consult a physician. (Sunburn Alert: This product contains an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that may increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use a sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards. Use only as directed. Contact of the product with the skin must be of limited frequency or duration.)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product!
*by D***Y on 4 February 2026*

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4.6/5) I’ve been using this glycolic acid toner for a a while now and I’m genuinely impressed. It’s affordable, effective, and actually delivers results. My skin feels noticeably smoother, brighter, and more even-toned after regular use. It helps keep breakouts and rough texture under control without feeling harsh, as long as you don’t overdo it. The formula is lightweight, easy to apply, and a little goes a long way, so the bottle lasts ages. I also appreciate that it’s fragrance-light and doesn’t feel sticky. It’s become a staple in my evening routine for gentle exfoliation. Great value for money and performs just as well as much more expensive toners. Would definitely repurchase and recommend to anyone looking to improve skin texture and glow.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Reliable Staple in Our Skincare Routine
*by K***L on 1 March 2026*

This toner has become a regular purchase for both my partner and me, and it’s one of those products we keep coming back to without thinking twice. We’ve each seen benefits in different ways, which makes it feel like a genuinely versatile addition to our routine. For me, it’s been especially helpful with dark spots and uneven areas on my skin. I even use it on my hairline, back, and body, and it consistently helps keep things clearer and smoother. My partner loves it for how it improves her overall skin texture. It gives her that subtle, healthy refinement that’s hard to describe but easy to notice over time. Neither of us has experienced irritation, and the bottle lasts a good while - close to a month, which makes it feel like solid value for the price. It’s not a dramatic overnight product, but it’s one of those quiet, dependable formulas that keeps showing up for us in small but meaningful ways. A genuinely great purchase for our shared skincare shelf. I’ll update this review if anything changes with longer-term use.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best toner on the market
*by N***I on 27 February 2026*

It is a product that can be used on the face/body/hair and you cannot be disappointed unless you are allergic because it is one of the best chemicals for exfoliation. My skin feels polished after applying with a cotton wool pad and it is also squeaky clean. For people with hyperpigmentation it can be helpful because it allows old skin to shed and leave your skin underneath feeling new again.

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-21*