The Ordinary The Balance Set
Benefits
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Benefits
Cleanses and Reduces Congestion
The Squalane Cleanser gently removes makeup, dirt, and impurities without stripping the skin. Combined with Salicylic Acid 2% Masque, it helps clear pores, reduce signs of congestion, and control visible shine for a fresher, more balanced complexion.
Improves Tone, Texture, and Dullness
Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% helps refine textural irregularities while improving uneven skin tone and dullness. Salicylic acid further supports smoother skin by removing buildup, helping the skin appear clearer, more even, and refined.
Hydrates and Balances the Skin
Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA helps restore hydration and relieve dryness while supporting the skin barrier. This ensures the skin remains soft, smooth, and balanced, without excess oil or tightness.
| Ingredient | What It Does |
|---|---|
| Squalane | A lightweight emollient used in the cleanser and masque that helps soften skin, reduce moisture loss, and support comfortable cleansing. |
| Niacinamide | Used at 10% in the serum, it helps reduce visible shine, improve uneven texture and dullness, and support the skin barrier. |
| Zinc PCA | Provides 1% Zinc in the Niacinamide serum to help balance excess sebum and support clearer-looking skin. |
| Salicylic Acid | Used at 2% in the masque, this BHA helps exfoliate inside pores, reduce congestion, and improve rough or blemish-prone skin. |
| Kaolin | A clay used in the Salicylic Acid masque to help absorb excess oil and remove surface impurities. |
| Charcoal Powder | Included in the masque to help absorb impurities and support deeper-feeling pore cleansing. |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | A form of Hyaluronic Acid in Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA that helps attract and retain moisture. |
| Natural Moisturizing Factors | A blend of amino acids, PCA, Sodium PCA, Sodium Lactate, Urea, sugars, and other moisturizing components that help support the skin's natural hydration barrier. |
| Glycerin | A humectant used across several products in the set to attract moisture and help maintain soft, hydrated skin. |
| Allantoin | Included in the moisturizer to help soothe and condition the skin while supporting overall comfort. |
Shipping
We offer free shipping within Dubai on all orders. For other Emirates across the UAE, free standard shipping is available on orders above AED 150. Most orders are delivered within 24 hours, while standard delivery typically takes 1–3 working days.
Returns & Refunds
If you're not completely satisfied, you may return any product within 10 days of purchase for an exchange or refund. Simply contact us at +971 54 565 1444 or email us for return instructions.
Product Concerns
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FAQs
What is included in The Ordinary. The Balance Set?
The set includes Squalane Cleanser 50 mL, Salicylic Acid 2% Masque 50 mL, Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% 30 mL, and Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA 30 mL.
What is The Ordinary. The Balance Set used for?
It is a four-step routine designed to help cleanse the skin, reduce visible congestion and excess shine, improve uneven texture, and maintain hydration.
Is this set suitable for blemish-prone skin?
Yes. The Ordinary. describes it as a clarifying set for blemish-prone skin, with Niacinamide, Zinc, Salicylic Acid, clay, and charcoal for congestion and oil-control support.
How do I use The Ordinary. The Balance Set?
Cleanse with Squalane Cleanser, apply Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%, and finish with Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA. Use Salicylic Acid 2% Masque separately as an occasional treatment rather than as a daily step.
How often should I use the Salicylic Acid 2% Masque?
It is an occasional exfoliating treatment rather than a daily mask. Follow the individual product directions and avoid over-exfoliating the skin.
Does the set contain Niacinamide?
Yes. The set includes Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%, a water-based serum that helps reduce visible shine, improve skin texture, and support the skin barrier.
Does the set contain Salicylic Acid?
Yes. The Salicylic Acid 2% Masque contains 2% Salicylic Acid along with Kaolin and Charcoal Powder for exfoliating and pore-cleansing care.
Is The Ordinary. The Balance Set hydrating?
Yes. Squalane Cleanser is designed to cleanse without excessive dryness, while Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA helps support the skin's natural hydration barrier.
Is this set suitable for oily skin?
Yes. Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% and Salicylic Acid 2% Masque specifically target visible shine, excess sebum, congestion, and uneven texture.
What skin concerns does The Balance Set target?
The Ordinary. lists cleansing, dryness, dullness, textural irregularities, visible shine, signs of congestion, and uneven skin tone among the set's main targets.