PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum
The Ordinary PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum scores 4.9/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
One of the most effective humectants
Works on your skin
Works on your skin
Score breakdown
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes The Ordinary PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum stand out
The Ordinary PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum is a modest lip-care with an overall score of 4.9/9.8. Positioned in the budget bracket, it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Glycerin, Gluconolactone, Ectoin — 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 — #1 in the INCI list
- ✶Gluconolactone
Works on your skin — #3 in the INCI list
- ✶Ectoin
Works on your skin — #4 in the INCI list
Full ingredient list
10 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Formula balancers4
- Works on your skin2
- Draws in moisture1
- Other ingredient1
- Holds the formula together1
- Keeps the product fresh1