The Ordinary

The Energize And Protect Duo

Name: The Ordinary The Energize And Protect Duo
Brand: The Ordinary

Quick Summary

Best forNot stated by the brand

Worth notingNo fragrance listed

Key ingredientsCaffeine, Ferment & Yeast Extracts, Salicylic Acid

OverallThis set from The Ordinary includes caffeine (antioxidant), ferment & yeast extracts (soothing) and salicylic acid (exfoliating, pore-clearing) across its combined ingredient list. No fragrance is listed in its ingredients.

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Ingredient Analysis

42 of 51 ingredients identifiedNo fragrance listed

Key ingredients

Caffeine Ferment & Yeast Extracts Salicylic Acid

Full ingredient list (51) — tap a highlighted ingredient to learn more

Aqua/Water/Eau Solvent & base Generally gentle
Ethyl Macadamiate
Ethylhexyl Olivate
Caffeine Antioxidant & de-puffing Generally gentle
Propanediol Humectant & solvent All skin types
Glycerin Humectant & moisturiser Generally gentle
Maltodextrin Binders & carriers Generally gentle
Escin
Bacillus Ferment Conditioning ferment extracts Generally gentle
Pentylene Glycol Humectant & solvent All skin types

Show the other 41 ingredients · 1 with a caution note

Cetearyl Olivate Emulsifier (PEG-free) Generally gentle
Sorbitan Olivate Emulsifier (PEG-free) Generally gentle
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate Emulsifier (PEG-free) Generally gentle
Isoceteth-20 Emulsifier & texture aid All skin types
Xanthan Gum Natural thickener Generally gentle
Hydroxyethylcellulose Thickener & gel former All skin types
Citric Acid pH adjuster All skin types
Sodium Citrate pH adjuster All skin types
Sodium Hydroxide pH adjuster All skin types
Malic Acid
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate Chelator & stabiliser All skin types
Tocopherol Antioxidant & conditioning Generally gentle
Salicylic Acid Exfoliant & pore clearer May cause dryness
Ethylhexylglycerin Preservative All skin types
Phenoxyethanol Preservative All skin types
Chlorphenesin Preservative All skin types
Aqua/Water/Eau Solvent & base Generally gentle
Isododecane Lightweight emollient & spreadability All skin types
Octocrylene Sunscreen UV filters All skin types
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer Silicone emollient & smoother Generally gentle
Homosalate Sunscreen UV filters All skin types
Butyloctyl Salicylate Sunscreen UV filters All skin types
Ethylhexyl Salicylate Sunscreen UV filters All skin types
Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate
Tri(Polyglyceryl-3/Lauryl) Hydrogenated Trilinoleate
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane Sunscreen UV filters All skin types
Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate
Acetyl Carnosine
Biosaccharide Gum-2
Phospholipids Emollient & emulsifier Generally gentle
Sphingolipids Barrier repair & protection Generally gentle
Glycerin Humectant & moisturiser Generally gentle
Propanediol Humectant & solvent All skin types
Pentylene Glycol Humectant & solvent All skin types
Magnesium Sulfate Texture, stability & minerals Generally gentle
P-Anisic Acid Preservative All skin types
Sodium Citrate pH adjuster All skin types
Tocopherol Antioxidant & conditioning Generally gentle
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate Chelator & stabiliser All skin types
Phenoxyethanol Preservative All skin types
Chlorphenesin Preservative All skin types

Ingredients from the Boots.com listing, checked 19 Oct 2026, in INCI order. Brands reformulate, so check the pack if you react to an ingredient. Highlighted ingredients link to our guide. Informational only — not medical advice.

Common questions

Is The Ordinary The Energize And Protect Duo fragrance-free?

Yes. No fragrance, essential oils or fragrance allergens are listed in its ingredients.

Does The Ordinary The Energize And Protect Duo contain alcohol?

No drying alcohol (alcohol denat. or ethanol) is listed.

Is The Ordinary The Energize And Protect Duo safe for fungal acne?

It contains 6 ingredients that fungal-acne (Malassezia) guides usually avoid: fatty-acid esters & glycerides (ethyl macadamiate, ethylhexyl olivate, cetearyl olivate, sorbitan olivate); ferments (bacillus ferment); and 1 more. How much they matter depends on the amount and the rest of the formula. The evidence comes mainly from lab studies of yeast growth, and fungal acne needs a diagnosis from a GP or dermatologist.

Is The Ordinary The Energize And Protect Duo suitable for sensitive skin?

Its ingredient list avoids the most common irritants: no fragrance, essential oils, drying alcohol or strong exfoliating acids are listed. Reactions are individual, so patch-test anything new.