20 Best Serum For Oily Skin Large Pores (Jan 2023 Update)

This is a nice serum. I only use it at night time, but have noticed a difference since I started adding it to my nighttime routine. When I wake up in the morning I notice that old spots have gone down and my overall skin texture has started to smooth out. My skin just looks bright in the morning compared to dull and just blah without this in my routine. I also use this on my neck at night. My neck had two discolored lines and they’ve gone down and overall smoothed out. The texture on my neck has dramatically smoothed out and I think a lot has to do with this serum. I use the brightening toner in the morning and this serum at night. I don’t put any other stuff on my neck other than my cleanser and moisturizer so I know my results are mainly from adding niacinamide. My neck looks like more of a match to my face, and when you’re aging like me matching my neck to my face is a good thing. Before I incorporated this to my routine my neck started showing pretty decent signs of aging. It was also discolored from left over tans in the past. So it helped make things more even. Overall I’m happy with this product, I personally haven’t had any negative reaction to it. I will probably repurchase when I’m out, but a little goes a long way so it’ll be awhile.Kyle A.

I wish I’d taken before photos to compare. Always cleansed and moisturised my skin with decent quality products but in January my skin was making me look old, it was dull and I was constantly battling texture, clogged pores on nose and build up of rough surface layer that looked dreadful under makeup. Now use a range of good molecules products and my skin looks smoother, brighter and more youthful. I’m not needing to rely on harsh physical exfoliants either. Started with niacinamide and once I knew my skin tolerates it I added the gentle retinol cream. These both improved my skin, recently added the pineapple exfoliating powder and vitamin C powder which further improved my skin. Squalane oil is nice to layer on afterwards to soothe skin. Does require research/reading info to check which products you can use together though but totally worth it.CC

I'm very weary about trying out new skincare products after having dealt with hormonal and cystic acne from the ages of 16-20. By 20, I received a medical diagnosis that explained why my skin got the way it got, and with treatment for said diagnosis, my skin has been doing really well ever since. I have been left with acne scars (ice pick scars) that have smoothed out naturally over time and lots of aloe vera, but was ready to try something new. THIS PRODUCT completely changed the game for me!! My skin was smooth the NEXT day, and using it twice a day as instructed made a very noticeable difference after four days of use. It does tingle/burn when you apply it to open wounds or freshly popped acne, but the scar lets up and is gone by the morning. Wonderful product. I couldn't recommend it more 🙂ayanna_99

Was so excited to receive this La Roche-Posay Effaclar Salicylic Acid Serum from La Roche-Posay and Influenster last week! I've *always* had acne prone skin – even now in my 30s – and uneven texture, so Salicylic Acid is a regular part of my routine. This serum goes on super smoothly from its glass dropper (bonus for ensuring sanitary application!) and glides on your skin. It has a very nice, even texture – a little goes a long way! I've only been using this for about a week now, but have noticed improved texture and clearing breakouts in my chin area! The best part is that it doesn't leave my skin feeling super dry or stripped of oils – just clean, even, and fresh. I'll definitely keep using this to see if it continues to improve my skin. So far, highly recommend! I received this product for free in exchange for my honest review. #complimentary #EffaclarSerumLRP @Influenster @larocheposayusasally.f

Wow such a nice serum. I've heard so many good things about la roche posay ive only been able to try a couple things so far but everything they make is so good and so good for your skin. I will always trust every product this brand makes. But this serum is really nice it's not just a Salycilic Acid Serum for acne and breakouts it also has glycolic acid and Niacinimide in it. I do a nightly skincare rotation throughout the week. 1st night exfoliants 2nd night retinol 3rd 4th night recovery w/ just Hyaluronic acid. I've added this serum into my exfoliant night routine and it's perfect just what I was missing because I still get random breakouts here and there so the Salycilic Acid helps with that and the Niacinimide and glycolic acid for exfoliating, resurfacing brightening. It also feels so smooth going on and absorbs nicely. Just perfect perfect perfect a really great serum i absolutely love itleann.w

I was excited to receive this product from La Roche-Posay, a brand I love. I do have hormonal acne, so I thought I might be a good candidate for this product. However, I think the active ingredients in this product were a bit too strong to incorporate into my existing skincare routine. I also use a retinoid, and I think the addition of this glycolic acid in this product was just too irritating for my skin. I think if you’re looking to try a new product for acne, this is a great place to start, as the ingredients are effective for many people (BHA, AHA, niacinamide). However, I prefer to use my retinoid and in combination with this, it was too irritating on my dry skin. I used the Effaclar SA Serum for over a week, replacing my retinoid, and I noticed I had a bit more acne than usual, which could have been purging, but I did not notice any existing spots faded. The texture of this product was a bit gooey/sticky. I think this product has great potential, but unfortunately, just wasn’t good for my specific skin type and existing routine.shelby.c

Getting older has not allowed me to move past my problematic skin. For some reason, my pores get congested despite the extra care I give my skin. In fact, I am going through a phase where they are congested more than usual. Plus, my skin can turn red and sensitive with rosacea bumps without warning despite attention to what I eat and cleansing thoroughly and treating and hydrating carefully. I take care not to over-cleanse (mindful of water temp and stick with all non-fragrance products) or over-exfoliate or pile on too many active ingredients. Still, I was having issues getting things under control. I had tried the 4%BHA foam to gel serum that was discontinued and it was just OK. So I didn't jump on the reformulated version. I should have! I ordered the Advanced Pore-Refining Treatment 4% BHA and Wow! It cleared my congested pores quickly. Within 24 hours I noticed a difference and after using 2X a day, for a few more days, the angry little bumps and congested pores, mostly on the chin and around my mouth, started to disappear, the texture improved, and it did not dry out my skin. The antioxidants make a huge difference, too. My skin has a nice healthy, rosy glow, requiring much less makeup. It's smoother, softer, more even-toned, and making it part of my regular routine has kept the pores clear and they appear tighter. My routine – gentle fragrance-free cleanser, Resist Advanced Replenishing Toner, alternating Vitamin C and Retinol, Azelaic Acid on my nose keeps rosacea bumps away, and day and night the Advanced Pore-Refining Treatment 4% BHA and Hyaluronic Acid. Thanks for this lifesaver, Paula's Choice. By the way, more is not more. You only need one-half to one good pump of the premeasured amount provided.BB

I am 52 y/o and have combo/oily skin. I no longer have break outs (Thank God), but I have blackheads and clogged pores on my nose, forehead, and chin. I've used the PC 2% for a couple of years and have been happy with the results, but I wanted to try a more powerful BHA and see what the results look like. I've tried the product for a week at night and the results have been positive so far. I definitely see an improvement in my pores and my skin looks more radiant the next morning. What don't I like? The texture. To me, it's thick and greasy feeling. I'm stunned by the number of reviews from people with oily skin that rave about this product and the texture. I could never use this product in the morning. The greasy feels diminishes over time and my skin feels "normal" after about a half hour or so. The other thing I don't love is the container. I wish they had a simple pump or dropper bottle. I plan to use this 3-4 times a week.Ellen

This product is gold. I've struggled with a lot more acne than I ever had before after moving to a humid climate. My pores were always congested, my face would have been a worthy investment for an oil baron, my forehead was covered in tiny bumps, and I had at least one new whitehead every week in addition to an increase in standard flare ups. It was a nightmare. I've been trying to get my skin back to normal for months since then, but between the new sweat, stress, and layers of concealer and powder every day, my skin just could not get a break. Enter Paula's Choice BHA! I purchased the 4% while a promotion was running and also got a travel sized 2% BHA to try as well. I tried the 4% first. I put a thin layer over my entire face (for me that's four pumps – note that a pump is not the same as a dropper-full) before bed and washed it off the next morning. And voila! I saw instant results! It was the most incredible turnaround any skin product has ever given me. Many of the forehead bumps were completely gone or diminished, I had no new spots for the first time in who-knows-how-long, and old spots were faded. My cheek pores looked as clear as though I had been swimming in the ocean for a week! Even my boyfriend commented on how nice my skin looked and heaven love him, he's not very observant. In comparison, I saw no change in my skin when using the 2% BHA formula. Since then with the 4% my skin quality has improved dramatically. It has been several months now, and after tinkering with my overall routine, here is the regimen that saved my face: AM: Clearasil daily face wash ($5) Paula's Choice Resist Ultralight Antioxident Serum (recent addition, but I like it so far!) Neutrogena Hydrolauronic Acid Gel Moisturizer ($16) PM: Clearasil cleanser again Alternating nights: Neutrogena Retinol Night Cream ($12) or this product. On nights I use this product, I use a $3 Freeman charcoal sugar scrub mask the next morning after cleansing to further decongest pores.Kate

I had a free personal consultation to discuss adult onset cystic acne and some dryness or lack of hydration. My reluctance was because I didn’t want additional dryness. My face is so smooth and soft after using this. I love it. It took me many months to resolve a 7 year case of cystic acne but I did it with no dryness or redness. The exfoliating moisturizer is also great. It smells awesome. I use a few drops of the serum mixed with a few drops of the Stress Rescue Super Serum for daytime. I use AB moisturizer at night. Love it. Love it. Love it.Liza S.

Dr. Dennis Gross’s Alpha Beta® Pore Perfecting Refining Serum is a pore treating serum that gives you a filtered appearance and smaller looking pores while also tackling existing pores and helping prevent new blackheads from forming. Dr. Dennis Gross uses two of his well known skincare complexes In this serum to give you healthier looking skin. – The pore-perfecting complex that features prickly pear, agarikon mushroom, farnesol, and adipic acid helps dissolve the waxy buildup within the pore walls and works to flush away impurities. ** Farnesol helps prevent breakouts by Inhibiting the growth of certain bacteria on the skin – The Alpha Beta® acids complex supports the natural cell turnover and helps reduce future blockage giving you the result of a flawless, filtered effect. ** Phytic Acid Pentasodium Pentetate dissolves waxy plugs deep within the pore walls You can use either AM or PM on clean skin as a spot treatment or an all over treatment. Great for those with combination, oily, and balanced skin types. For the best results Dr. Dennis Gross suggests using this after the Alpha Beta® Daily Peel then use a moisturizer. I received this in my FabFitFun Box over 6-8 months ago and still have half a bottle left. You don’t need much, it does take a bit to absorb but the results are worth the extra 5 minutes. I use every 2-3 days or use as a primer I’m wearing medium/full coverage foundation. PROS: – Did not irritate skin or cause me to break out – Pores appeared smaller – Helped clear up stressed skin and preventing new breakouts – Smooths my face – Skin has a more even tone – Great primer! – Reduced redness in cheeks – Helps with dullness and gives you a nice subtle glow after a few uses. CONS: – Feels a little tight in the beginning – Doesn’t absorb quickly – Slightly stickycourtney.h

I bought this with high hopes that it could shrink my pores, and I am amazed that it has! I apply this every morning before my moisturizer and after 3 days I started to notice the pores around my nose and between my eyes appearing smaller. It has a thicker consistency but it isn't sticky and absorbs quickly. I like how the glass dropper is angled so I have control over where I am applying it. I feel that exfoliating often and using this product together is why I have had great results. This is the first serum that claims to shrink pores, that actually works. I did stop using it for a week (forgot to take it on vacation) and I noticed my pores not looking so hot so it's a product that needs to be continually used for results, however this bottle is lasting me a very long time. I highly recommend if you are having issues with larger pores. I really want to try other Dr. Dennis Gross skincare items.amanda.h

I have had acne-prone skin for as long as I can remember. Thankfully, I never broke out severely, but every month I get one or two pimples that pop up. Oh, and please let’s not even begin to talk about the acne I get when I’m stressed. As a beauty expert for over 20 years in places that include Macy’s and Sephora, I have tried numerous products and programs to try to keep those breakouts under wraps. And while finally developing a great skincare routine has definitely helped, I still get hormonal breakouts. Enter: Versed Just Breathe Clarifying Serum. This magic potion includes some amazing ingredients like Willow Bark Extract, Zinc, Niacinamide and caffeine. White Willow Bark is a natural BHA that gently exfoliates. Zinc is an antioxidant that helps prevent acne, as well as fight and prevent free radicals and environmental damage. Niacinamide is notorious for brightening the skin and making it appear more youthful, while also being an anti-inflammatory property that helps fight future breakouts. I’ve been using this, faithfully, twice a day, every day. After washing my face (or rinsing in the AM) and then toning, I squeeze a dropper-full into my hands, rubs them together and then press the serum into the skin on my face and neck. I love that Versed is cruelty free- something that is very near and dear to my heart. I also love their packaging. Their label creates a very classic, sophisticated look to all of their packaging. Plus, they are vegan, sulfate free, paraben free and non-toxic. They are truly “clean”. I’ve been using this for a few weeks and I definitely notice a difference in my skin, so this will most definitely be a permanent step in my skincare routine.kimberlynicole

As a licensed esthetician, my daily beauty routine is important to me. Keeping my skin as clear and healthy as possible is a passion for me. However, I have ADHD along with other mental health struggles that make skincare difficult at times. That’s where this serum comes in for me. I don’t typically have problematic skin, but I definitely notice when the consistency of my skincare routines is lacking. Over the past month of trying out this serum, it’s become my go-to “fix” for when I end up skipping a routine or two (or three.) Rather than beating myself up over falling behind, I use those moments for extra selfcare. Slathering this clarifying serum on and letting it soak in before my moisturizer has become my saving grace. With one use my skin feels soothed, and I’ll use it a few more times before my skin feels back to normal. I’ve been fortunate to try out several Versed products through BeautyTap, and this is yet another great one I’m happy to add to my skincare arsenal.nicolethersa

I have tried an array of various serums over the years and this is by far the best one I have ever used! I suffer from oily skin and my pores always appear large. I have been using this product for the past week and I am already super impressed! When I put my foundation on, I can’t believe the noticeable change in the size of my pores! It is such a dramatic difference! My face also feels so soft, hydrated and most importantly my pores look so much smaller! I love being confident in my own skin again! This serum is very lightweight and I love that it doesn’t leave my skin feeling oily like other products that I have tried. I use this serum each morning after washing my face and before applying my makeup. This product also works fabulous as a primer! A small amount of this serum definitely goes a long way! This serum absorbs into your skin fairly quickly and you will immediately notice how soft your skin feels! I can’t wait to see the results with continued use of this product! I definitely recommend this product and it will continue to be a part of my daily beauty routine!Crystal19

The SMOOTH Pore Minimizing Serum is a very nice product. It starts with cool packaging. I love the push-down dropper piece. The serum goes on very easily. It's just the right consistency, not too thick, not sticky but not watery or runny either. It has just enough body to flow over the skin nicely giving good, even coverage. When I apply it immediately after cleansing I do experience a slight stinging sensation, nothing uncomfortable but it is noticeable. I have found that if I wait a few minutes after cleansing before I apply SMOOTH Pore Minimizing Serum I don't have the stinging sensation. The serum leaves my skin feeling super soft and velvety and does seem to blur the apperance of my pores some. It also works nicely as a primer helping my foundation smooth evenly and easily across my skin. I really like the SMOOTH Pore Minimizing Serum, it does a good job and I am experiencing the results just like it says I will.mejpye

The Mele Smooth Pore Minimizing Serum works extremely well on my skin. It leaves it dry AND soft around my more oily areas around the nose and forehead. The bottle is interesting as well as it similar to a dropper. You pump the solution and you place the dropper on you face. It typically takes one or two small drops to cover each major area. The application leaves skin soft..not dry or irritated. I wish overall that it did not have a scent. It has a soft men’s cologne type scent which actually more noticeable before you put it on (or my nose just used to it.) The scent makes it a little more difficult to wear a perfume without avoiding mixing two scents. It’s not overpowering but for some with sensitive noses this may be an issue. Follow the directions as this is ness applied in the mornings before any makes up. As far as a makeup setter I do not notice much difference but I don’t wear concealers or powders much to recognize much effects. Overall, I do like the Smooth Pore Minimizing Serum to make my skin soft and even out the ools in my skin.Crystalpower

This serum helped saved my skin. I used to get a lot of hormonal acne on my jawline and sometimes around the hairline(always cleanse the hairline area really well). I’m talking 10-20 pimples ranging from cystic to pesky little bumps 24/7. The pore warrior serum along with daily use of benzoyl peroxide completely changed my skin! When I’m on my period, I only get 3-5 regular pimples — no longer cystic acne. Between periods I have the best glow and the appearance of very small pores 🙂 PLEASE GIVE THIS SERUM A TRY! I cannot live without it.J marie

It's been touch and go with these booster serums for me, but I love Pacifica as a whole so I wanted to try this one since I have combo skin. I've been mixing 4-6 drops in with my moisturizer in the evening and I definitely think it's helping balance out my skin! I get a really oily t zone and forehead normally and since using this, I don't look like an oil slick a few hours after washing my face. It hasn't negatively impacted my dry areas either, though I don't know that they're anymore moisturized either. Overall, I'll most likely repurchase.Kendra

I have tried everything under the sun and came across this at Ulta and decided I had nothing to lose for the price point. I’m 49 and have HUGE pores! You could see them across the room and makeup and blackheads love to hang out in those babies! HELLO? Gross right? So I used this for a week with Pacifica cleansers and tonics and I broke out like crazy!! I thought WTF did I do? I gave it another week and not only did my skin clear up beautifully, but it was brighter, firmer and I’ve got the “glow” ladies and gents! I think it literally aided in cleaning out almost 50 years of yuck! A tiny dropper goes a very long way. I follow up with my It Confidence in a Cream and I’m thrilled…I actually go without foundation a couple of days a week…BECAUSE I CAN 😉 stay beautiful!lisa.h

For the first two weeks of using the Glass skin series, I had the most radiant skin of my life – my skin has been clear for years, thanks to Korean Skin care & a clean diet, but the Glass skin brought out a gorgeous otherworldliness. And then… the cystic acne. And cluster acne. Aiee…. I really want to love this stuff, and I've read that the acne can happen because of the greater cell turnover due to the hyaluronic acid, so I'm now experimenting with steaming my face nightly, and have also moved down from two pumps of the glass skin serum morning & night (to my face and neck) to just one pump at night, mixed with organic argan oil. Then I apply the Matcha cream. (And on top of that, if I think a little more moisture might help, I put on some Cerave, just because it's less speedy.) It's possible this might help… TBD! At this point I won't repurchase, obv, but if these changes help, wow, I'd re-buy forever. That said, I'd love advice anyone has – This stuff is absolutely worth a shot, but with caution…Paula S.

I bought this on a whim back in May because I was in the market for a serum, I love K-beauty, and had heard good things about this brand. I went all in on the regular sized bottle despite the price and I'm so glad I did. This stuff has transformed my skin so much. I'm extremely pale and prone to redness and uneven skin tone/texture but ever since I started using this regularly every night before bed, my skin has looked 100x more even, softer/smoother, and it just has this lovely glow that I never had before. I hardly feel the need to use much if any concealer/foundation anymore because my skin just looks that good. The texture of the product is smooth and feels really nice when applying. I just use a fingertip's worth on each section of my face; it doesn't take much so this bottle should last a while. I will say that I have found that my skin tends to get a little flaky the next morning if I don't follow this up with a moisturizer, so I would definitely recommend always moisturizing after or possibly staying away if you are prone to super dry skin. My skin is fairly normal so just a bit of moisturizer after application does the trick and keeps my glowy skin baby soft. As part of a solid routine, this stuff is amazing.Mikayla

This review has been a long time coming. I have been using this product since November of 2021. I cringe at the reviews for not giving a product ample amount of time to work. It's not a few time use to get the results, it's not instant. A lot of people were mentioning they break out and that's fair. But you need to realize your skin is purging the prior toxins. Skin regenerates, like your lashes shed. You can basically describe me as a skin cake junkie. Its done wonders on my skin in the past 8 months. Nowadays, I barely put any powder. It's leaves my skin a perfect foundation for primers to put on make up. When you're using a product with hyaluronic acid you need to add it to moist skin. (I didn't know that at first-research before your dump it) If you don't, it will dry out your skin (hence the break outs). I use this serum with the glass skin veil mist. When you put the two products together it is prime! You'll need to dab the serum on your skin until you get a slightly tacky texture. When you reach that point, then add your moisturizer. I hope this helps others to understand the steps of skin care.SimplyLainey

I received this #freeproduct from #tryitwithtopbox for my honest review. I have only used Caudalie Vinopure Natural Salicylic Acid Pore Minimizing Serum for a couple of weeks and am so excited to see results already. First, it is a pleasure to apply – it is incredibly lightweight, smells amazing, and doesn’t dry out my skin. Just the scent alone is energizing. I have combination/oily skin, with large pores on my nose and occasional breakouts around my chin. Already, my skin is clearer, with much fewer breakouts and diminished pores. The natural ingredients are very gentle for a product with salicylic acid. Thank you, #topbox!VeryPrettyMess

I received this serum as a #freeproduct for an honest review. First, I think it's important to point out that I have dry, sensitive skin and not the combo/oily skin the product is aimed towards. With that said, there are ingredients in this line of skincare that people like me just should not use frequently. For instance, this serum contains BHA, which increases sun sensitivity, so wearing sunscreen – although recommended – should be a MUST! The Vinopure serum comes in nice packaging, which I appreciate. However, there is no cap to cover the dispenser top, which leaves it open to collecting undetectable dust, dirt, and bacteria. Next, the product is "fragrance free," but the scent is extremely strong. It has peppermint oil in it, which causes the strong smell. In addition to the smell, the peppermint oil along with alcohol leave my skin feeling tight and tingly. For me, the product makes my skin bright red from the tingling, and certain ingredients. That said, to protect my sensitive skin, I didn't use these products twice a day, everyday, or else my skin sensitivity would increase tenfold. I cannot speak for those with combination to oily skin & who don't have sensitive skin, but for me, I don't think this is a product I would use as often as it's recommended. These are more like "if I need it, use it" products to me. Would I recommend? Meh, maybe if you don't have dry, sensitive, pale skin suceptible to sunburn & bexoming inflamed.siddles95

About a month ago, I walked into Sephora with plans to buy a spot treatment, but met an employee with the same type of skin as me. They convinced me to do away with spot treatments, and instead use a serum that will help eliminate my acne and also keep my skin looking young and smooth. Spot treatments tend to be too trying for my combo skin, so this serum was a great substitute. After a month, I already see a huge improvement in my skin. My acne has lessened, and my skin is nice and soft. I see a lot of reviews about this product giving people more breakouts, but that happens to me whenever I try a new skin product (it’s just our skin adjusting). I noticed a few white heads appear after my first few days of using this, but they were completely gone after a week. If this happens to you, I highly encourage you to give this product a chance and wait at least one week before writing it off. It’s so worth it!!AlyssaMarieR21

If you have oily sensitive skin with large pore, this product may not work for you. After using the product on my cheek, my eye felt itchy with tears and my cheek felt burning. It's similar to my reaction after using a skin care product with alcohol inside it. If you are allergic to skin care products with alcohol inside it, this product may not be the right choice for you.michelle

Honestly so disappointed. I love the stay-matte hydrator in the same line, and I was so excited to try this serum. Unfortunately it made my acne break out horribly all over. I stopped using it, and within a week I was back to normal. I waited almost a month, and then tried it again just in case it was caused by something else but the same thing happened. Even discounting the acne I didn't find that this did anything for me… no positive difference, if anything it just made my skin greasy and my make up sat on top of it looking a bit cake like, which I hate.Gwen

I've been using this product religiously for years, and before it existed I used its pore refiner predecessor. Very happy customer, but there was a shortage a couple of years back and then when it came back into stock, I've noticed the formula is much more runny – I have to use more of it to get the same effect, which really annoys me. What happened, Clinique?Pelly

Updating after a week of use and happy to say that it is the serum that I was looking for for daily use. The serum is wattery and sick in immediately. you can easily layer on top of it or below which is very good, No scent (YAY!!!!) and a pump bottle (YAYAYAYAY!!!!) – definetly going to be purchased again along with the snail version one. Very thin composition and almost not noticeble.iHerb Customer

This by far has been my favorite toner to use. I've tried both this one and their miracle toner and I love both. I have noticed though that while they are great for pores, this one works the best. I have bigger pores on my nose and on my cheeks near my nose just cause I have very oily skin and I have noticed a size difference in them. The smell is great as well. If you have sensitive skin I would be wary of this product though. It can be a little drying as well so I only recommend this product if you have oily/acne prone skin.iHerb Customer

This serum has a gel like consistency. It gently hydrated my sensitive skin. My skin concerns are oily skin, sensitive skin and minimizing large skin pores. This serum does not clog pores and it has nice spa scent. I haven’t noticed reduced pore appearance yet, but it did soothe a sunburn better then any other tropical, including aloe and cica.iHerb Customer

This serum is absolutely amazing. I've been using it a few times a week for about 3 weeks now, and honestly my skin has changed so much! It used to be dry, patchy and dull and now it is incredibly smooth and radiant. I've tried so many skin care products but Artnaturals are by far the best I've ever tried. I’m a bit disappointed because it arrived so late.Sandra

I have used a couple of Glycolic Acid products and this is my favorite. The dropper applicator makes it easy to use. The product is thick without being sticky. I have been using for 1 week at night (and using the hyaluronic acid serum in the morning) and have seen a great improvement in my skin texture and brightness. My pores are smaller and my skin is smooth and bright. The number of blackheads and whiteheads visibly reduced. I have sensitive skin, I have not had any redness, burning or other negative side effects.AgingGracefully

I cannot tell you enough how effective this serum has been in just five days. I'm a skincare junkie and love to test out all sorts of products, but this one honestly is the fastest acting serum at a reasonable price that helped smoothen my skin tone and lightened my dark spots from sun damage. I’ll be getting more of this serum.Essie

I'm not exaggerating when I say that this product has completely transformed my skin. Since I was a teenager, I would suffer from acne and redness, mostly lots of small bumps (closed comedones) all over my forehead and around my nose. I've tried all sorts of products – lots of strong, drying cleansers, topical treatments, various exfoliators, but honestly just accepted that my skin wouldn't budge. After a few weeks of using this serum, my acne was significantly better. I've used this product twice a day for over a year, and I rarely get acne now, only small red splotches that often vanish overnight. My typical routine now is super simple and basically the same 2x a day; just the Cerave renewing SA cleanser, this TO Niacinamide, then a moisturizer & spf in the AM. I try to exfoliate twice a week, but even in weeks where I fall off this habit, my skin stays clear thanks to this serum. I almost never write reviews for products, but am writing this now so anyone with similar skin issues to me can give this serum a try! I had never tried other niacinamide products before this, so I imagine other niacinamide solutions would also work well for me – but this TO serum is so affordable, I don't plan on trying anything else any time soon.Jess

This serum has been an almost-miracle product for my sensitive, redness-prone, blemish-prone skin. My only qualm with it is that it SERIOUSLY STINGS if you apply it to any active breakouts or broken skin. My skin was in seriously terrible condition due to a Lupus flare and hormonal acne, but after everything healed, I have been able to use this without irritation, following it with the Hyaluronic Acid/B5 serum, Pycnogenol, and Marula Oil (or moisturizing factor lotion). It really has transformed the texture of my skin, to a more noticeable degree than most of The Ordinary's other products (besides the Alpha Lipoic Acid serum, which I miss so much). My pores are refined, especially on my forehead, nose, chin, and cheeks on either side of my nose. Once prone to being easily-inflamed, sensitive areas of my face are no longer red, and now look more smooth. Oily patches, especially my nose, are less-oily. I have fewer clogged pores and blackheads, and less blemishes from irritation. I purchased the 2oz bottle from The Ordinary's website, since I apply this to my chest, upper arms, and back as well, as I sometimes have breakouts from malassezia. It also quickly fades the purple/red post-blemish marks on my very fair skin. It does make my skin feel drier and tight if I don't moisturize thoroughly afterwards, especially during this part of the winter, so keep that in mind. The price also makes it easier to use it liberally where ever I need it. Other than the stinging, it's a fantastic serum for my very high-maintenance, 30-year-old skin.arh

I heard amazing things about this product and did some digging into all the great benefits niacinamide and zinc have for the skin, and it seemed like it would help target my main skin concerns! I was aware of the possibility that I may experience purging and that some people can have allergic reactions but it's incredibly rare to the point where many dermatologists will assume its not an allergy to niacinamide, rather another ingredient present in the product that the person reacted to. I knew niacinamide was meant to help with the skin barrier as well as brightening and texture improvement, all things I struggle with. I did a bit more digging and noticed that the tested amounts shown to be effective and safe for the skin range between 2-5%. To be clear, I'm not saying 10% is bad or dangerous, it's just not as tried and true as that 2-5% range that's been studied many times. Like all new products, I did a 48 hour patch test on my arm as directed by The Ordinary's guidelines, and had no issues. Before starting my routine I used their (very helpful!) resource for when and how often to use specific products and to only introduce one new product at a time to prevent irritation/negative effects. What I'm a little upset about, is the lack of easily accessible information about how this product can cause irritation (among other negative effects) for people with non-oily skin. After about a week of use (3 drops for face and neck), my cheeks became hard like rough leather… I also felt a burning sensation after each use, but really wanted to give it a chance and went back to the basics (cleanser, moisturizer, and sunscreen) and I still had issues and my skin continued to harden and dry up. I was frustrated and confused because I couldn't find answers as to why I was having such a strange reaction anytime I used this product. Eventually, after much digging, I discovered that this should not be used by those with dry skin, especially at such a high concentration of 10%. I still stand by niacinamide and zinc as skincare ingredients, they are excellent for your skins health and have really helped many people in their skincare journey. This can be a great option for those struggling with acne prone skin and textural irregularities (if you have an oilier skin type). I'm here because I don't want other people with similar skin types to mine to buy this and feel lost or confused if they have a bad reaction. It's not that your skin is being ridiculous or difficult, it just may be that the concentration is too high, or that niacinamide may not be something you use as an active/solo-ingredient in your daily/weekly skincare routine. I challenge The Ordinary to include a section under this product outlining that if you have dry skin, that this product may cause issues, or better yet, offer a niacinamide product formulated for people with dry and/or sensitive skin to increase inclusivity. All in all, I hope whoever chooses to read this lengthy review, that you feel more informed and empowered to make a confident decision for yourself. By no means do I dislike The Ordinary, I LOVE all the other products I have from them! I just wish I had been advised about the potential issues if you don't have more of an oily/combo skin type.MMB

I was introduced to salicylic acid in skincare products through watching videos on YouTube. I have normal skin-type and I have been using this regularly for a month now and I can say that it started to show effects in around two weeks. I have been struggling with whiteheads and open pores. It has visibly made my skin better and the whiteheads have been significantly reduced, but I would not say that they are not there. But they are very less obvious now. I would advice to top this off with a good moisturiser because I have noticed this product to dry out the areas where it has acted on whiteheads. Avoid physical exfoliation when using any form of chemical exfoliants. Overall, I have been really enjoying using this product and I am looking forward to introducing new actives soon. I would suggest getting actives that hydrate and using very simple skincare overall, like the cleanser-toner-serum-moisturiser-sunscreen routine, and you’ll be good to go overall.Ayushi M.

Used to have hundreds of TINY BUMPS on my CHEEKS, around the NOSE, CHIN and between the brows (filaments/closed pores). These were filled with sebum but I couldn't conceivably squeeze every one of them. Having used the salicylic acid for 2 weeks, about 85% are gone. I have oily skin, so the hyaluronic acid serum is also essential. I think if I'm more regular about moisturising, they should go completely. Given how long this serum is going to last, Its an incredibly HIGH VALUE PRODUCT. I did the math, given my usage and it works out to about 3.5 rupees a day. Very reasonable.V.J.

As indicated, the product works really well on my oily skin-type. I was worried if it would be too harsh for daily usage, but exfoliating once (preferably at PM) a day has proven to be beneficial. I used it with the minimalist moisturiser, Vitamin B5 10% and they work pretty well together. I experienced some purging but it lasted for about two weeks, after which, there has been some subtle change in my skin. Break outs have reduced a bit and there seems to be a natural glow. Overall, my skin texture looks more even-toned. However, there hasn't been much difference in my acne scars. It's only been a month but hopefully they'll go away in time. (Recommended for Oily skin)Longkumer

Been using the Ordinary for the past year however this one from Catrice is as good as the Ordinary! Actually a see less sebum and oil. Only difference is that Catrice's one is more liquid than the Ordinary one.Antonio A

I've been using it for over a month now and I can see a visible difference to my skin surface. All the blackheads are gone but I can't be 100% sure if it's just thanks to this serum – I've also started using cicaplast and drinking some herbal teas and reduced alcohol. The only disadvantage of this serum is that it's perfumed. However, no allergic reaction to this smell has occurred.Anonymous

This has been really good at keeping my oily skin under control and recently I have felt that my skin isn't really oily anymore, which is really nice. However, I have not seen a difference in pore size. Maybe my pore are cleaner but not smaller!Smiles

I received Neostrata Products as a gift from Voxbox Australia and Neostrata. My partner and I have been now testing theses products for 3 weeks. Neostrata Bionic Face Serum we have been using this as step 2 for our skincare routine. Only small amount is needed my skin feels firmer and brighter. My complexion has improved. This is great product I am super impressed. This serum is sticky texture but I don’t mind that as it works for me. My partner has also had been using this as step 2 for his skin routine which he never had before receiving theses beautiful products. In his words I am so impressed by this face serum! This serum is great for hydrating for super dry and flaky skin. (Not flaky anymore cause 3 steps have worked wonders for me after trying all other medicated skin products did not work). It has been strengthening the skins barriers while resurfacing skin texture and impurities. Magic in a bottlerubina.s

This Neostrata Bionic Face Serum is so lovely! The texture is similar to most serums and is a lovely thick oil that feels silky smooth and lightweight once rubbed into the skin. You only need the smallest amount of product for full face coverage, I use two pumps. It absorbs Into the skin super fast so you do need to work quick once applied before it goes tacky but once dried your skin will INSTANTLY feel hydrated and glowy! This serum refreshes dull and uneven skin tone and texture right away leaving your skin feeling hydrated, restored and youthful again! If you love a serum that provides you with intense moisturisation that protects your skin throughout the day this is the one for you!ainsley.m

Out of all the products I was sent in the #MeetNeostrataAU goodie box, this has to be my least favourite unfortunately. As I have been using actives and serums for a while now, I eliminated them for a period of time whilst trying this Bionic Face Serum. To say the tacky texture of this product annoyed me would be an understatement. It did not have a nice feel when applying and it felt like I was lathering my face in glue! I had to wait for a minimum of at least 5 mins before the serum sunk in before I could get on with the rest of my routine, not good when in a rush in the morning so I left it to put on at night. This is formulated to visibly correct signs of aging and dullness. I admittedly do not have any deep wrinkles or fine lines but I was hoping to see some improvements in the texture of my skin and clarity. Given that I do use a serum with a higher percentage of retinol, this product didn't really do much for myself, though it is a good starter for someone wanting to introduce it into their routine, as it does contain Retinyl Palmitate, albeit a low percentage as it is quite low in the ingredients list. If you can withstand the tackiness of this serum and are new to the world of actives and serums, this would be a good product to start with as I did not break out and it did not irritate my rosacea skinolisyah.a

I received this product for free from influenster and bliss to give my honest review. I was very interested once I received this item in the mail, as someone who has a little bit noticeable pores..I hoped this would help. The product is a decent small size and a little goes a long way. It's a pump top bottle, and has almost no scent but the scent it did have was a bit weird smelling for me. Maybe one of the natural ingredients in it has a stronger smell? No other smells included though it's more of a fragrance free product. It felt cool when applied to the skin and it wasn't drying but also not moisturizing. It didn't have a sticky feeling for me either. I found it to help calm my skin of it's redness and helped a bit with how oily I get in my T zone but I didn't see much of a difference of pore shrinkage. I have sensitive skin with rosacea, which I also get blackheads and little blemishes related to my rosacea not acne like but I felt this didn't help with any of that. It's just soothing for my skin. This was my experience with the product and I know everyone's skin is different. I love that it's vegan and has more natural ingredients, their other products are very good.Crystal

Well for starters it’s an adorable size, doesn’t smell bad. When I apply the product it feels nice on my face. Doesn’t make it feel oily or too dry. Acts like I didn’t apply anything which is great for me. I should have done before and after photo but I needed to make review before my my window closes on the review. As I use to switch face washes to find right one. Your gonna break out bad before it gets better when switching products. I have yet to experience this with this stuff. Specially since it’s that time of month and I don’t has as much going on with my face as I usually would with pimples. I don’t know if my pores are smaller or not cause my pores weren’t bad but they had changed a little. Now I’m testing this on my husband as well as he has skin issues on his face due to heat so I’m applying it to his face. But honestly I would prob continue buying this product if I see my change in my acne and stuff. Rating this 8 out 10 #influenster #blissdisappearingact #notbad #voxbox #loveitsamantha.w

I received these products for free from Influenster and Bliss in exchange for my honest review. So huge thanks to them for the opportunity! Ok, so this is the first time I use a product like this so I cant compare it to any others, but as a newbie to this type of product these are my thoughts! My skin is a bit sensitive & I have a combination skin type, but the product didn't seem to give me any issues. However I didn't use it as instructed in the box, what I ended up doing was using it before I apply my foundation, somedays were consistent others I let my skin rest from any products. This is more of a personal skin care routine, but I did end up getting some nice results either way which I'm very satisfied with! It's left my skin looking very tight & flawless! Oh! A little side note, a little goes a long way! I'd recommend use it the way you feel it will work best for you rather than how its instructed!Alejandra

I have never had a complexion to brag about. That is until almost 4 years ago when I began a journey into the unknown with GoPure! But this journey felt different from day one and I have added to my journey with all the different products and was pleased anything I have ever experienced and I figured it could never get any better. WRONG! The Niacinamide serum has totally changed my complexion by shrinking my pores to the point that I can barely see them. I am so thrilled with the results I have had with ALL of their products! People are surprised when I tell them my age! People thought I was my sister’s daughter and she’s 6 years older than me!! Thanks GoPure!!Terri T.

I already use many GoPure products, so when this serum was introduced, my first reaction was No! No more! But at some point I peeked at the description, realized it targets most of my issues, and decided to give it a try. Wow! It’s my new favorite serum. I have issues with psoriasis (my body hates me!), and lately it has creeped onto my face leaving red scaly patches in its wake. This serum calms the redness and dryness dramatically. It feels luxurious when it goes on, yet packs a powerful punch. I use it at night and wake up to results. It’s another GoPure product I wanted to hate but absolutely love.Liesl F.

I can honestly say that I’ve struggled with my skin most of my adult life. At 44 I’ve tried countless products all claiming to even skin tone and reduce pore size, although never actually. That is until goPure. Very happy and grateful to have found this amazing product. It has given a fresh new confidence to face each day makeup free, which is very new for me. If you’re someone who’s been struggling with uneven skin tone, larger pore, and breakouts, then I highly recommend this product!Kelly B.

I'm in my mid 30s, workout 2+ hours daily, and needed something that would help with acne, lines, etc. I have very oily skin and living in So. Florida doesn't make it any better. I've tried many products including Estee Lauder, Clinique, Origins, etc. Origins worked well for my face but about a month or so ago I started breaking out horribly on my forehead, cheeks, and chin. I decided to try the Nip + Fab line after reading the reviews and couldn't be more impressed with the results after one use. I noticed my skin was smooth, less lines than before, brighter, the acne cleared up a bit but not completely. I've been using the line for a week now and have received so many compliments. I no longer wear foundation to cover up my spots and blemishes, my complexion is smooth. I still have a few pimples here and there but not as much as before. Extremely happy with my purchase.CPetti

I don’t love it, the smell is very over-powering and if you use even a little bit too much, it doesn’t absorb. Very sticky on hands and as said, if you don’t use EXACTLY the right amount, it dries sticky and flakey on your face. Won’t be buying again once I’ve used this bottle but too expensive to wasteSarah C.

I was having issues with dry patches on my skin due to harsh winter weather and my moisturizers weren't seeming to help at all. I had been exfoliating with a scrub once weekly and that helped somewhat, but I definitely still had texture issues when I was applying makeup. I decided to buy a product with a chemical exfoliant but I didn't want to spend too much money, so I decided on this. It has helped tremendously. I use it about twice weekly because my skin is sensitive, but this combined with the skyn Iceland arctic face oil has really rescued my skin. It is somewhat sticky but that doesn't bother me because I put it on at night before bed and after about 10 minutes I put an oil on top. A lot of these reviews say there's a bad smell but perhaps that was an old formula because it just smells like grapefruit. I think it's a really great value for the money. It is difficult to find skincare products that actually work and do what they promise… so that is why I am recommending this!Sarah

This Antioxidant Pore Purifier is the final step I needed to deal with my acne. I have very sensitive, acne prone, combination dry skin. I'm very careful what products I try, and when I find a combination that works and that doesn't irritate my skin, I usually don't change it. However this year, because of the masks I wear to work, I have been having a lot of problems with acne around my chin and on my cheeks. I've been using the 2% bha at night, the skin balancing retinol serum twice to three times a week, and a cerave lotion and they are normally awesome for my skin. However, they just weren't cutting it as far as getting rid of the mask- acne. I had received a sample of this product last year, and after reading the reviews that it was helpful for acne, I gave it a try a few weeks ago. I'm very glad I did! The acne on my chin and around my mouth is completely cleared up and the couple zits I have on my cheeks (from the mask rubbing) are almost gone. My skin is noticeably smoother and brighter too. I'm really pleased with this serum. I use it every morning under my moisturizer and sunscreen. It's easy to spread and a little goes a long way. I have noticed that my skin is slightly drier sometimes, but I've just used a little more moisturizer and it hasn't been a problem. Hopefully it won't be a problem during the winter either. Overall, I believe it was the extra boost I needed to fight acne. I don't know if it fights pollution or not, but it definitely is great for acne!LDA

I have been searching for a product for my hormonal acne/ dry sensitive skin. I unfortunately cannot use retinol or retin-a. I was on Tretinoin and a list of things…. I got this as a sample when it launched , it changed EVERYTHING. I live in LA, and I darker skin like color of SZA, I saw this because I had all these dark spots from breaking out. THIS STOPPED ME from breaking out. It literally helped my skin from the roughness of LA air. This product worked better than Benzo Peroxide for me. I am very very happy with it. My whole texture has changed, and since I'm no longer experiencing break outs, due to this, my darkspots are pretty much gone. Also use it as a spot treatment. Like I was getting hard pimples, but this has been great, Please don't discontinue… it's taken forever for me to find something just right for my skin. 🙂MCC

The underdog serum!! This serum is the type of serum that is not a star player, it doesn't have crazy percentages of ingredients, but it plays a huge part in your skincare game. I love to use is every morning after my toner. Its so gentle yet it is enough as a daily exfoliant to keep your pores in-check (its got salicylic acid in it). After using it for a couple week you'll realise that the amount of whiteheads in you face has gone down drastically. Also this product ingredients list is to die for. Its got white tea, licorice root, coffee, grape seed, ginseng,etc. Its also got ceramide and sodium hyluronate. I'm on my 3rd tube and will continue to use this till the rest of time or till I found an antioxidant serum better that this one, which is honestly next to impossible.Tessa