The Ordinary

Natural Moisturizing Factors + PhytoCeramides Moisturiser for Very Dry Skin - 100ml

Name: The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + PhytoCeramides Moisturiser for Very Dry Skin - 100ml
Brand: The Ordinary

100ml

Quick Summary

Best forVery dry and dry skin

Worth notingNo fragrance listed

Key ingredientsAmino Acids, Betaine, Lactic Acid

OverallThe Ordinary's Natural Moisturizing Factors + PhytoCeramides Moisturiser for Very Dry Skin is a moisturiser whose standout ingredients are amino acids (hydrating), betaine (hydrating) and lactic acid (exfoliating). No fragrance is listed in its ingredients. The Ordinary recommends it for very dry and dry skin.

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Ingredient Analysis

46 of 53 ingredients identifiedNo fragrance listed

Key ingredients

Amino Acids Betaine Lactic Acid

Full ingredient list (53) — tap a highlighted ingredient to learn more

Aqua (Water) Solvent & base Generally gentle
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Emollient & skin softener Generally gentle
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate Emollient & skin softener Generally gentle
Isodecyl Neopentanoate Emollient & skin softener Generally gentle
Glycerin Humectant & moisturiser Generally gentle
Propanediol Humectant & solvent All skin types
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate Emulsifier (PEG-free) Generally gentle
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Rich plant emollients Generally gentle
Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate Emulsifier (PEG-free) Generally gentle
Isosorbide Dicaprylate

Show the other 43 ingredients · 1 with a caution note

Disteardimonium Hectorite Thickener & gel former All skin types
Phytosteryl Canola Glycerides
Glycosphingolipids
Glycolipids
Linoleic Acid Fatty acid & emollient Generally gentle
Oleic Acid Fatty acid & emollient Generally gentle
Palmitic Acid Fatty acid & emollient Generally gentle
Stearic Acid Fatty acid & emollient Generally gentle
Arginine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Glycine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Alanine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Serine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Proline Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Threonine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Glutamic Acid Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Lysine HCl
Betaine Humectant & soothing agent Generally gentle
Xylitylglucoside Humectant Generally gentle
Anhydroxylitol Humectant Generally gentle
Xylitol Humectant Generally gentle
Glucose Humectant sugar Generally gentle
Maltose Humectant Generally gentle
Fructose Humectant Generally gentle
Trehalose Humectant & protectant Generally gentle
Sodium PCA Humectant (skin's own NMF) Generally gentle
PCA Humectant (skin's own NMF) Generally gentle
Sodium Lactate Gentle AHA exfoliant Sensitive skin caution
Urea Humectant & skin softener Generally gentle
Allantoin Soothing & skin-conditioning Generally gentle
Sodium Hyaluronate Hydration & moisture retention Generally gentle
Lecithin Emollient & emulsifier Generally gentle
Triolein
Dimethyl Isosorbide Humectant & solvent All skin types
Pentylene Glycol Humectant & solvent All skin types
Tocopherol Antioxidant & conditioning Generally gentle
Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone
Citric Acid pH adjuster All skin types
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate Chelator & stabiliser All skin types
Magnesium Sulfate Texture, stability & minerals Generally gentle
Sodium Chloride Thickener & texture aid All skin types
Sodium Hydroxide pH adjuster All skin types
Phenoxyethanol Preservative All skin types
Chlorphenesin Preservative All skin types

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 Natural Moisturizing Factors + PhytoCeramides Moisturiser fragrance-free?

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

Does The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + PhytoCeramides Moisturiser contain alcohol?

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

Is The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + PhytoCeramides Moisturiser safe for fungal acne?

It contains 8 ingredients that fungal-acne (Malassezia) guides usually avoid: fatty acids (linoleic acid, oleic acid); fatty-acid esters & glycerides (polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate, polyglyceryl-2 isostearate); plant oils & butters (hydrogenated vegetable oil); and 3 more. How much they matter 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 Natural Moisturizing Factors + PhytoCeramides Moisturiser 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.