The Ordinary

Amino Acid + B5 30ml

Name: The Ordinary Amino Acid + B5 30ml
Brand: The Ordinary

30ml

Quick Summary

Best forNot stated by the brand

Worth notingNo fragrance listed

Key ingredientsLactic Acid, Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5), Betaine

OverallThe Ordinary's Amino Acid + B5 is a skincare product whose standout ingredients are lactic acid (exfoliating), panthenol (soothing) and betaine (hydrating). No fragrance is listed in its ingredients.

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Ingredient Analysis

25 of 26 ingredients identifiedNo fragrance listed

Key ingredients

Lactic Acid Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)Betaine

Full ingredient list (26) — tap a highlighted ingredient to learn more

Aqua (Water) Solvent & base Generally gentle
Propanediol Humectant & solvent All skin types
Betaine Humectant & soothing agent Generally gentle
Sodium PCA Humectant (skin's own NMF) Generally gentle
Panthenol Soothing humectant Generally gentle
Sodium Lactate Gentle AHA exfoliant Sensitive skin caution
Arginine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
PCA Humectant (skin's own NMF) Generally gentle
Aspartic Acid Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Glycine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle

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Alanine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Serine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Threonine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Valine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Proline Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Isoleucine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Lysine HCl
Histidine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Phenylalanine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Glutamic Acid Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Citric Acid pH adjuster All skin types
Dimethyl Isosorbide Humectant & solvent All skin types
Polysorbate 20 Emulsifier & solubiliser All skin types
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate Chelator & stabiliser All skin types
1,2-Hexanediol Humectant & solvent All skin types
Caprylyl Glycol Humectant & preservative booster Generally gentle

Ingredients from the Boots.com listing, checked 19 Oct 2026, in INCI order. Brands reformulate, so check the pack if you react to an ingredient. Highlighted ingredients link to our guide. Informational only — not medical advice.

Common questions

Is The Ordinary Amino Acid + B5 fragrance-free?

Yes. No fragrance, essential oils or fragrance allergens are listed in its ingredients.

Does The Ordinary Amino Acid + B5 contain alcohol?

No drying alcohol (alcohol denat. or ethanol) is listed.

Is The Ordinary Amino Acid + B5 safe for fungal acne?

It contains one ingredient that fungal-acne (Malassezia) guides usually avoid: polysorbates (polysorbate 20). How much it matters depends on the amount and the rest of the formula. The evidence comes mainly from lab studies of yeast growth, and fungal acne needs a diagnosis from a GP or dermatologist.

Is The Ordinary Amino Acid + B5 suitable for sensitive skin?

Its ingredient list avoids the most common irritants: no fragrance, essential oils, drying alcohol or strong exfoliating acids are listed. Reactions are individual, so patch-test anything new.