
The Ordinary
A water-based serum containing 2% hyaluronic acid and vitamin B5 (panthenol) to provide multi-depth hydration and support skin barrier function. Suitable for all skin types seeking lightweight moisture and plumping effects.
Humectant and solvent that enhances hydration
Humectant and antimicrobial preservative booster
Small molecule humectant that penetrates skin deeply
+ 15 more ingredients
Editorial baseline from K-beauty clinical research and community consensus. Real subscriber reports layer on as the community grows.

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The key active ingredients in Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 by The Ordinary include Sodium Hyaluronate (Humectant that deeply hydrates and plumps skin), Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid (Small molecule humectant that penetrates skin deeply), Cross-linked Hyaluronic Acid (Advanced humectant with enhanced moisture retention), Phospholipids (Skin barrier repair and moisture retention), Sphingolipids (Lipid barrier repair and skin strengthening). Drawing on K-beauty research and community consensus, key ingredients show 84% effectiveness for irritation in sensitive skin types. Seoul Sister tracks ingredient effectiveness across 5,900+ K-beauty products to provide data-backed recommendations.
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 is a Korean serum by The Ordinary. Sensitive skin compatibility depends on individual triggers and allergies. Seoul Sister's AI advisor Yuri analyzes all 20 ingredients against your specific skin type, concerns, and known allergens to provide a personalized compatibility score. Common irritant ingredients like fragrance, alcohol denat, and essential oils are flagged automatically.
For oily skin, the key factors in evaluating Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 are comedogenic ingredient ratings, oil content, and finish type. This serum contains 8 active ingredients. Seoul Sister's database cross-references each ingredient's comedogenic rating (0-5 scale) against your skin type to identify potential pore-clogging risks. Subscribe for a personalized oily skin compatibility analysis.
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 by The Ordinary is sold through authorized retailers and the brand itself. Buy from an authorized retailer or the brand's own site rather than an open marketplace. Olive Young Global ships to most countries but no longer ships to the US. Seoul Sister tracks counterfeit indicators to help you buy genuine Korean skincare. We are an advice platform and never sell products ourselves.
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