The Ordinary

AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution

Rinse-off acid peel · US · not yet reviewed

Check your container: This countdown is for the Rinse-off acid peel variant. Similar-looking versions may have different times.

How long should you leave The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution on before rinsing?

Short answer

Ready to rinse: 10 minutes after application.
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Treatment routine

Use the exact formula, exposure time and stop conditions

  1. PrepareConfirm the Rinse-off acid peel version and patch- or strand-test when directed.
  2. TimeStart the timer immediately after complete application.
  3. FinishRinse or stop at the package time. Stop early for significant irritation.

Track this treatment

When did the treatment start?

Stated times

  • Ready to rinse10 minutes

From The Ordinary product page · checked 2026-10-26. Anything not listed isn’t stated by the manufacturer.

Manufacturer website: theordinary.com

Conditions & fine print
  • Stated conditions: Not stated by the manufacturer
  • Follow the package directions and patch-test when directed. Stop and rinse if significant irritation occurs; avoid eyes and broken skin. This page is not medical advice.
  • Region US. Formulas can differ between countries; check your container.
  • Ready to rinse: Use only as directed; the current package directions control.
  • Entered from the manufacturer source; second review pending. Report outdated information
  • Actual results depend on preparation, thickness, ventilation, temperature, humidity, mixing and substrate.

Using this specific product

The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution is listed here as the Rinse-off acid peel version for face peel and exfoliation. For using a skin treatment, the useful question is not simply whether the surface looks finished—it is whether the exact next-action milestone shown above has been reached.

Before you start

  • Confirm the package says Rinse-off acid peel; related versions can use different timing.
  • For face peel and exfoliation, pay particular attention to patch testing, clean skin and avoiding incompatible actives.
  • Use only as directed; the current package directions control.

How to check readiness

Stop at the stated maximum and rinse early if significant irritation develops. Use the stated range for this formula; rinse sooner if its directions tell you to stop for irritation.

Avoid this mistake

Stronger or longer use can increase irritation without improving the result.

Questions

How long should you leave this product on before rinsing?

The Ordinary states: Leave on for no more than 10 minutes, then rinse thoroughly. Conditions: Use only as directed; the current package directions control.. These are the manufacturer’s stated times, not a guarantee.

What affects how long this product takes to dry or cure?

Follow the package directions and patch-test when directed. Stop and rinse if significant irritation occurs; avoid eyes and broken skin. This page is not medical advice. Follow the product label for your conditions.

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