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The Ordinary's Retinol 0.5% in Squalane Serum is a water-free formula containing 0.5% retinol. This oil-like serum (anhydrous) is great for experienced users of pure retinol products looking for solutions for textural irregularities and signs of aging.
Benefits
- Targets signs of aging
- Improves skin's elasticity, texture, and radiance
Formulated Without
- Alcohol
- Gluten
- Nuts
- Silicone
- Parabens
- Sulfates
The Ordinary recommends performing a patch test prior to incorporating a new product into your skin care routine.
Apply a small amount to the face in the PM, after water serums but before heavier treatments. Do not use with other retinoid treatments. Use sun protection in the AM.
Contraindications: Do not use in the same routine as other retinoids, direct acids, pure or ethylated vitamin C, or ''Buffet'' + Copper Peptides 1%.
Squalane, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Simmondsia Chinensis (jojoba) Seed Oil, Retinol, Solanum Lycopersicum (tomato) Fruit Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (rosemary) Leaf Extract, Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone, BHT.
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How to use retinol, niacinamide and HA B5 in the rountine?
- Asked by Kaylee
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there , we'd recommend the following: Cleanse > Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 > Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% > Retinol 0.5% in Squalane > Moisturizer.Was this answer helpful to you
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Hi! I use a Vitamin C under eye cream as well as the vitamin C under eye jelly patches. Am i still able to use this retinol? Or should i avoid the two together?
- Asked by Jen
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageWe recommend avoiding the use of Vitamin C and Retinol together in the eye area to avoid irritation.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can I use vitamin c wipes before retinol?
- Asked by kel
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageWe recommend using Vitamin C and Retinol in alternate routines to avoid irritation.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this for dark spots
- Asked by Amanda
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageRetinol 0.5% in Squalane can help to reduce the look of dark spots. However, if hyperpigmentation is a primary concern, we recommend exploring Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA.Was this answer helpful to you
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Will this help reduce appearance of stretch marks?
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- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngagePlease note this product has been specifically formulated and tested for use on the face. If you wish to use it elsewhere, we strongly recommend applying a small test patch before proceeding.Was this answer helpful to you
Reviews
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Ratings Distribution
Best Uses
- 1Best used at night
- 1For wrinkle minimization
- 1Restoring youth to face
- 1At night
- 1Mixed with moisturizer
Describe Yourself
- 3Combination skin
- 2Oily skin
- 2Sensitive skin
- 1Oily acne prone skin
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Skin Type
- 14Combination
- 4Dry
- 3Normal
- 3Oily
Most Helpful Positive Review
The product is...
The product is quite good but I find the size of the bottle quite inappropriate regarding its PAO of just 3 months, it's impossible to use even a third of the bottle with regular use before it spoils. Please consider a smaller packaging. DECIEM Response: Thanks so much for your review and feedback ...
Most Helpful Critical Review
You should HIGHLIGHT the need to refrigerate.
This should be in bold, really. Maybe with a graphic element. Because I completely missed it until reading a recient marketing email.
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Retinol by the Ordinary
I appreciate the price point of the Ordinary products, makes a beauty routine attainable. Personally I am not one that spends a lot of time waiting for layers of product to dry with multiple steps. I have a great lotion that I've used for years and I just add a couple drops of retinol with my lotion and apply to my face and neck before bed, so far so good.
Works on dark spots, but not for acne-prone skin
This stuff really did work on my dark spots - I noticed an improved difference in 3-4 weeks. But I think the oil delivery was way too much for my sensitive skin and I broke out in cystic acne. I so wanted to like this product!
Prefer the Emulsion
I absolutely LOVE The Ordinary!!! With these inexpensive products, you can put together a personalized skin care regimen that meets your exact needs without paying for a lot of ingredients you probably don't need and/or going through some expensive customization service. I combine The Ordinary with COSRX Snail Mucin products and a Mario Badescu toner for the best results. Granted, my regimen consists of about a dozen products, so I could save time by spending more money, but the results I've gotten from the regimen I've put together are undeniable! My skin looks firmer, healthier, and younger. I started with this Retinol Serum, but switched to the Retinoid Emulsion because this product is counter effective with the copper peptide serum and the Emulsion is not. I have seen better results with the Emulsion.
It works for me!
This retinol has already made a difference on my face and it's only been 2 weeks. It is smoothing out all the lines. Definitely would recommend.
This one works for my skin!
I have tried other products that contain retinol but they really had no effect. For some reason, my skin likes the oil base of this product. I have t-zone oily skin and because of this large pores in those oily areas. When I regularly use this product my pores appear significantly smaller. I will admit that the oil base is a bit annoying however the workaround for me is to put it on long before I go to bed, allowing my skin to absorb a good portion of the product. When I am ready for bed I cover my face with a gentle moisturizing lotion. That seems to do the trick.