The Ordinary Sulfur 10% Powder-to-Cream Concentrate 5g

The Ordinary Sulfur 10% Powder-to-Cream Concentrate 5g

The Ordinary Sulfur 10% Powder-to-Cream Concentrate 5g is a targeted blemish treatment featuring 10% colloidal sulfur in a unique powder-to-cream format. Designed for localized application, it helps address active pimples, visible redness, excess oil and signs of skin congestion while maintaining a lightweight, discreet finish.

The formula contains 10% Sulfur, together with L-Carnitine and Niacinamide, to provide targeted care for blemish-prone and oily-looking skin. Sulfur helps reduce the appearance and severity of active pimples, while L-Carnitine and Niacinamide support oil balance and help reduce visible shine.

Its innovative powder texture transforms into a light cream when pressure is applied during application. This allows precise dispensing and makes the product convenient for localized use or on-the-go touch-ups. The Ordinary states that the treatment begins acting on application and can reduce the visible size and redness of pimples in under one hour.

Key Benefits

• Contains 10% Sulfur
• Targets active blemishes
• Helps reduce visible pimple size
• Helps calm the appearance of redness
• Helps absorb and control excess oil
• Reduces visible shine
• Supports clearer-looking skin
• Contains Niacinamide
• Contains L-Carnitine
• Unique powder-to-cream texture
• Precise spot application
• Lightweight, discreet finish
• Suitable for all skin types
• Alcohol-free
• Oil-free
• Silicone-free
• Vegan and cruelty-free

The Ordinary officially lists the main concerns as signs of congestion, visible shine and the look of redness, and lists the product as suitable for all skin types.

Ideal For

Blemishes / Pimples / Visible Redness / Excess Oil / Visible Shine / Congested-Looking Skin

Skin Type

All Skin Types

The Ordinary specifically notes that the colloidal sulfur format provides a gentler approach and can be suitable even for sensitive skin, although individual tolerance varies.

Format

Powder-to-Cream Concentrate

Regimen Step

Treat / Targeted Spot Care

Key Ingredients

Sulfur 10%
The primary active ingredient. Helps target pimples while reducing their visible height, diameter and redness.

L-Carnitine
Helps support oil balance and reduce excess oil that can contribute to visible congestion.

Niacinamide
Helps support balanced-looking skin, reduce excess shine and soothe the appearance of redness.

Kaolin
Included in the powder-based formula and helps support oil absorption.

How to Use

Cleanse the skin thoroughly before application.

Dispense a small amount of powder onto a clean finger and apply directly to the blemish.

Rub gently into the skin until the powder transforms into a light cream.

Do not rinse.

The U.S. official instructions state that a thin layer may be applied 1–3 times daily. Because sulfur can be drying, start with once daily, then gradually increase if needed and tolerated. If excessive dryness or peeling occurs, reduce frequency.

Important Usage Notes

• For external use only
• Apply only to targeted blemish areas
• Avoid broken skin
• Avoid large-area application
• Reduce frequency if dryness or peeling occurs
• Using multiple topical acne treatments together may increase irritation
• Sulfur may react with silver, so remove silver jewelry before application and wash hands after use

Ingredients / INCI

For the current U.S. version, The Ordinary lists:

Active Ingredient:
Sulfur 10%

Inactive Ingredients:
Acacia Senegal Gum, Chlorphenesin, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Kaolin, Levocarnitine, Niacinamide, Phenoxyethanol, Poly-L-Lysine, Propanediol, Silica Silylate, Sodium Citrate, Water.