The Ordinary

Matrixyl 10% + HA

SerumBudgetMorning or evening
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A focused peptide serum pairing Matrixyl 3000 and Matrixyl synthe'6 with hyaluronic acid for expression lines. A gentle, fragrance-free peptide step that layers under moisturiser; subtle, cumulative smoothing.

What this is good for

✓ Great forFine LinesDehydrationDullness

Ingredient stack

Each ingredient is listed in descending concentration. Above the 1% line the order is regulated — below it, brands can list in any order.

Ingredients above the dashed gold line are dosed above 1% (the regulatory threshold) — these are what the formulation is really built on. Percentages are positional estimates from INCI order unless a brand discloses them.

~50–80%Aqua
~5–25%Glycerin
~3–10%Palmitoyl Tripe…
~2–6%Palmitoyl Tetra…
~1.5–4%Palmitoyl Tripe…
~1–2%2 ingredients
≤ 1% each3 more ingredients below 1%
position-estimated %1% regulatory line

What's actually doing the work

Matrixyl 3000
Palmitoyl Peptides
Peptide
A peptide duo (palmitoyl tripeptide-1 + tetrapeptide-7) that signals fibroblasts toward collagen production, supporting firmness and the look of fine lines over time.
Matrixyl Synthe'6
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
Peptide
A key active in this formula. See the glossary for the full breakdown of how Matrixyl Synthe'6 works, the evidence behind it, and how to use it.
Hyaluronic Acid
Sodium Hyaluronate
Acid
A humectant that binds water in the upper skin layers for immediate plumping and hydration. Multi-weight forms reach different depths. Apply to damp skin and seal with moisturiser, especially in dry climates.

Routine placement

Morning or evening

Looking for a dupe?

The closest active-matched alternative is the The Ordinary Buffet Multi-Peptide Serum (77% active overlap). We found 6 options that share this product’s hero actives.

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Put this in context

Skin Stacker is independent and receives no payment from any brand. Ingredient analysis is based on publicly disclosed INCI lists and the peer-reviewed literature. Percentages are positional estimates from INCI order unless a brand discloses them. Formulations change — always re-check the label on your specific batch before using.