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The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion High-Strength Retinoid Nighttime Treatment
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Summary
The Ordinary's Retinal 0.2% Emulsion is a very high strength retinoid formula that rapidly firms and smooths skin, while noticeably reducing the appearance of dark spots. It helps refine skin texture, while targeting uneven tone and boosting luminosity for brighter, more even-looking skin.
Benefits
- Firms and smooths skin after 2 uses*
- *(after 1x week usage for 2 weeks)
Key Ingredients
- Encapsulated Retinal
- Synthetic Oat Analogues
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Apply a pea-sized amount to clean, dry face and neck in the evening. Avoid the eye contour and contact with eyes. Start with a weekly application and gradually increase to twice a week, a few days apart, as tolerated by your skin. Apply a moisturizer afterwards. Do not use with other retinoid products. Use sun protection during the day.
*Before first use, gently tap the bottom of the packaging on a hard surface to allow product to dispense properly*
Aqua (Water), Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Hydroxyapatite, Retinal, Cetylhydroxyproline Palmitamide, 4-T-Butylcyclohexanol, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Ergothioneine, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Bisabolol, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Butylene Glycol, Isohexadecane, Hexyldecanol, Maltodextrin, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Stearic Acid, Isoceteth-20, Polysorbate 60, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Lactic Acid, Sodium Lactate, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.
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Most Helpful Positive Review
Almost perfect Retinal!
This retinal formulation is very light and easy to spread and sink into the skin. It's comfortable to wear and I did not experience any skin irritation. So glad that the it is offered at such a high percentage of retinal that is rare to find from other brands at such an affordable price. What would ...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Disappointing
I received this product as a gift from a friend. Apon first look, I was baffled how little product you get for the price. I've used OTC retinaldehyde for years, so I think I will stick with it: I get the same amount of care and three times the product for the price. The Ordinary is not what it used ...
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Great product!
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Love love love this new ordinary product! Definitely noticed a difference in my skin after just a few applications! I will be adding this to my skin care regimen!
Grea product for stubborn skin
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I used this retinol serum on my melanin skin for a month. It was light weight and applied smooth. The texture felt great. It had no hard ordor or scent. It works effectively and left my skin feeling young and smooth.
Retinal
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I brought this about 2 week ago and have used it 3 times. Makes my face yellow and transferred to my pillowcases.
My skin is improving
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The Ordinary Retinal Emulsion cream has improved the look of my facial skin over the last 4 weeks. It is a light moisturizer cream that doesn't really have much of a scent. The pump bottle is nice to control the amount used because it doesn't take a lot of product to cover the entire face. The elasticity of my skin is improving and the texture of my skin is smoother. This cream did dry my face out at first but over time that seemed to improve.
Amazing = Effective
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Unreal! This serum is incredibly effective in evening out my skin tone, improving my skin texture and just making the overall appearance clearer and brighter. It feels light and smooth and absorbs immediately. Love it and will purchase when I run out.