The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% in Morocco: the Exfoliating Toner, How to Use It

It is one of The Ordinary's most requested products, and it is now at MYF: the Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner, a daily exfoliating toner in a 240 ml bottle at 250 MAD. Its active: 7% glycolic acid, the benchmark AHA.

This guide covers what an AHA toner does, who it is for (and who it is not for), how to use it, why sunscreen is non-negotiable under the Moroccan sun, and how to fit it into a routine.

What a glycolic acid toner does

Glycolic acid is an AHA (alpha-hydroxy acid): a chemical exfoliant. Applied to the skin, it smooths skin texture, evens tone and boosts radiance. That is what the product page states, and it is all we expect from it here.

The toner is not just acid. The formula adds:

• a Tasmanian pepperberry derivative, which soothes the irritation that can come with exfoliation;
• amino acids, aloe vera water and ginseng extract, which support hydration;
• a pH of about 3.6, which balances efficacy and comfort.

The ingredient list also includes Damask rose water, glycerin and urea.

Who it is for, and who it is not

It is for you if your skin lacks radiance, feels uneven to the touch, or your complexion looks dull and uneven. It is listed as unisex: men and women, same routine.

It is not for you if your skin is sensitive, peeling or compromised. The product page is clear: do not use this toner in those cases. Also avoid the eye contour.

How to use it

On face and neck: once a day, ideally in the evening.

1. Clean, dry face.
2. Soak a cotton pad, or use your fingertips, and sweep over face and neck.
3. Avoid the eye contour.
4. Follow with your usual evening care.

On the scalp: three times a week. The toner can also go on a dry scalp to reduce dryness:

1. Dry scalp.
2. Apply from front to back.
3. Massage in.
4. Do not rinse.

Sunscreen is a must

The product contains an AHA: the product page calls for sunscreen during the day, without exception. In Morocco, where the sun is strong for much of the year, this is the point not to skip. It is also one of the reasons to apply it in the evening.

Fitting it into a routine

Keep the logic simple: one exfoliant per evening, and nothing else harsh on top.

• Morning: cleanse, care, sunscreen. Arencia's Vitamin C Booster Shot (30 ml, 260 MAD), a face and eye cream with 5% vitamin C, belongs here, under the sunscreen.
• Evening: the glycolic toner on clean, dry skin, then your usual care.

The Arencia product page advises against layering it with an exfoliant, so keep each product to its own time of day. To see how the whole shelf fits together, head to toe, read our complete care routine.

Frequently asked questions

Morning or evening? Evening, ideally, once a day. If you use it, sunscreen is mandatory the next day.

Can it go on the scalp? Yes: on a dry scalp, three times a week, front to back, massaging in, without rinsing. It is used to reduce dryness.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin? No. Do not use it on sensitive, peeling or compromised skin. If in doubt, ask a dermatologist.

Can men use it? Yes, it is listed as unisex.

What about the eye contour? Avoid it.

Where to start

Do the patch test first, then use the toner in the evening on face and neck, cotton pad in hand. And the next morning, sunscreen. The Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner is 250 MAD for 240 ml.

For the whole shelf, see our beauty and body care guide.

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