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The Ordinary

Deciem

our verdict

Though brand is cruelty free, they need to clearly give transparency in supply chain for Mica, as this ingredient is linked to ethical issues such as child labour. We hope some of the ingredients are replaced for greener alternatives.

3.1

Fair

0 1 2 3 4 5

2.5

Poor

Clean formula

3.4

Fair

Green policy

4.6

Excellent

cruelty free

3.0

Fair

honest label

0 1 2 3 4 5

why this score ?

The Ordinary is not entirely clean.

2.5

Poor

Criteria

synthetic free

naturally derived

organic certified

Ingredients used in some products can be toxic to humans. Please tap the icons for more details under each criteria to understand more.

2.5

Poor

Hazard index: according to global standards.

Please tap the ingredients to know more

7-10

potential human toxins.

3-6

moderate human toxins.

1-2

low or no human toxins

  • NO
  • YES
  • UNCLEAR
  • NOT ALL

synthetic free

Some products contain Colour~, Retinol, B.H.A, B.H.T, T.E.A, P.E.Gs~, PPGs~, A.H.A, Isoparaffin, Tocopherol, Carbomer, Lye, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, EDTA

~can be natural/ synthetic derived

naturally derived

Some products contain Colour~, P.E.Gs~, PPGs~, Palm Oil Derivatives*, Mica*, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
Brand has gluten free options.

~can be natural/ synthetic derived
*brand gives no information on sustainable/ ethical source
To know about more Mica and how it can be unethically sourced, watch this post, https://www.zoobop.com/post-detail.aspx?id=4

organic certified

The Ordinary is not entirely green.

3.4

Fair

Criteria

earth safe

recycle material

We are not clear if Ingredients used in some products are eco pollutants. We have asked brand for further clarity.
Brand's recycling policies are not clear.

3.4

Fair

Please tap the ingredients to know more

  • NO
  • YES
  • UNCLEAR
  • NOT ALL

earth safe

Ingredients used in some products are not earth friendly. 
Some products contain B.H.T, P.E.Gs, B.H.A, Palm Oil Derivatives*

*brand gives no information on sustainable source
To know more about Palm Oil & its impact on forests wildlife & the environment, check this post https://www.zoobop.com/post-detail1.aspx

recycle material

Brand uses glass & plastic for most of their product packaging.
We have asked them for further clarity on their recycling policies and plastic content
Parent brand has partnered with TerraCycle® to create a free recycling program for all brands of beauty products and packaging at DECIEM stores.

The Ordinary is cruelty free.

4.6

Excellent

Criteria

cruelty free

100% vegan

Brand is committed to being cruelty free. And has confirmed to zoobop that they do not sell their products where animal testing is mandatory as per law.

4.6

Excellent

Please tap the ingredients to know more

  • NO
  • YES
  • UNCLEAR
  • NOT ALL

cruelty free

Brand is Leaping Bunny certified & is committed to being a 100% cruelty free.
With no animal testing at any stage of production or marketing.

Estee lauder has bought Deciem.
It should be noted that Estee Lauder tests on animals where required by law.

100% vegan

Brand is certified vegan.
Some products contain Melanin, Urea~, Peptides~, Glucose~, Lactic Acid~, Allantoin~, Stearic Acid~, Linoleic Acid~, Probiotics~, Glycerin~, Amino Acid~, Benzoic Acid~, Squalane~, Cetearyl Alcohol~, Oleic Acid~, Lecithin~, Cetyl Alcohol~, Stearyl Alcohol~, Panthenol~, P.E.G 9~, P.E.G 10~, P.E.G 12~, P.E.G 15~, P.E.G 40~

~can be plant/ synthetic derived

The Ordinary is honest.

3.0

Fair

Criteria

honesty

Though brand is transparent with labelling, they need to clearly indicate transparency in sourcing of ingredients like Palm Oil (derivatives) and Mica.

3.0

Fair

Please tap the ingredients to know more

  • NO
  • YES
  • UNCLEAR
  • NOT ALL

honesty

Though brand is transparent with labelling, they need to clearly indicate transparency in sourcing of ingredients like Palm Oil (derivatives) and Mica.

The Ordinary FAQs

Is The Ordinary Cruelty Free ?
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Brand is Leaping Bunny certified & is committed to being a 100% cruelty free.
With no animal testing at any stage of production or marketing.

Estee lauder has bought Deciem.
It should be noted that Estee Lauder tests on animals where required by law.

Is The Ordinary Eco friendly ?
-

Ingredients used in some products are not earth friendly. 
Some products contain B.H.T, P.E.Gs, B.H.A, Palm Oil Derivatives*

*brand gives no information on sustainable source
To know more about Palm Oil & its impact on forests wildlife & the environment, check this post https://www.zoobop.com/post-detail1.aspx

Is The Ordinary safe ?
-

Ingredients used in some products can be toxic to humans.Please tap the icons for more details under each criteria to understand more.

Is The Ordinary Organic ?
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The Ordinary is not organic certified.

Is The Ordinary safe for kids ?
-

Ingredients used in some products can be toxic to humans. Please tap the icons for more details under each criteria to understand more.

Is The Ordinary vegan friendly ?
-

Brand is certified vegan.
Some products contain Melanin, Urea~, Peptides~, Glucose~, Lactic Acid~, Allantoin~, Stearic Acid~, Linoleic Acid~, Probiotics~, Glycerin~, Amino Acid~, Benzoic Acid~, Squalane~, Cetearyl Alcohol~, Oleic Acid~, Lecithin~, Cetyl Alcohol~, Stearyl Alcohol~, Panthenol~, P.E.G 9~, P.E.G 10~, P.E.G 12~, P.E.G 15~, P.E.G 40~

~can be plant/ synthetic derived

Does The Ordinary use sustainable packaging ?
-

Brand uses glass & plastic for most of their product packaging.
We have asked them for further clarity on their recycling policies and plastic content
Parent brand has partnered with TerraCycle® to create a free recycling program for all brands of beauty products and packaging at DECIEM stores.

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