Multi-Active Delivery Essence for Hydration
The Ordinary Multi-Active Delivery Essence for Hydration scores 5.2/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
One of the most effective humectants
Draws in moisture
Draws in moisture
Score breakdown
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes The Ordinary Multi-Active Delivery Essence for Hydration stand out
The Ordinary Multi-Active Delivery Essence for Hydration is a decent serum with an overall score of 5.2/9.8. Positioned in the budget bracket, it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Glycerin, Propanediol, Glycogen — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger and active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
- ✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula
May not suit
- ⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture
- ⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment
Key ingredients
- ✶Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #2 in the INCI list
- ✶Propanediol
Draws in moisture — #3 in the INCI list
- ✶Glycogen
Draws in moisture — #5 in the INCI list
Full ingredient list
11 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
Compare with similar products
- Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol9.7
- INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid9.7
- innisfree Vitamin C Brightening Serum-Infused Mask for Dark Spots9.7
- Skinfix barrier+ Triple Lipid Activating Serum With Plumping Peptides and Niacinamide9.6
- innisfree Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars9.6
Ingredient breakdown
- Other ingredient4
- Draws in moisture3
- Keeps the product fresh2
- Holds the formula together1
- Formula balancers1