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The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane, Intermediate Retinol Serum
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Summary
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
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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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Can i use this product daily?
- Asked by Karla clara
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there. If you're new to retinoids, we'd recommend starting with once a week application. If this is well tolerated, you can bump it up to 2x/week, then 3x/week etc. Eventually you can work your way up to daily application! We hope this helps.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can I use retinol and aregeiline on the same wrinkle in one night? I know i can use argeiline daily. Does the retinol need to be refrigerated?
- Asked by Crybaby Princess
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there. Both Argireline Solution 10% and Retinol 0.5% in Squalane can be used together in the same regimen. We recommend refrigerating Retinol 0.5% in Squalane after opening. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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What is the shelf life with refrigeration after opening?
- Asked by Red
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, you have 3 months to use this product after opening.Was this answer helpful to you
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Any tips for using? I find this to be very greasy.
- Asked by Kelly
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there! As this is an anhydrous (water-free) serum, the squalane may contribute to a slightly rich texture. It's included to help counteract dryness often caused by retinoids. We recommend using just 1-3 drops for the entire face. If it still feels too heavy, you might prefer a lighter option like our Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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Does this product need to be refrigerated?
- Asked by rm
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there! We recommend refrigerating after opening. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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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.
615 results
Great for keratosis pilaris
Works great on arms, thighs and butt for keratosis pilaris, absorbs much faster than Amlactin.
This does not work for me.
I have been using this for 4 weeks, once a day with one to two drops. I've used retinol before, but I wanted to try this because it's affordable. I usually had a 3-4 day purge period, but my acne has not let up after 4 weeks of use. The last week I've used it every other day but still. Nothing else is new in my routine. Never again—I threw this away. I wish I could attach the photos of my skin right now. I am so frustrated!
Wow!
I was skeptical but my 57 year old skin feels so smooth and the few dark spots i have a lightening after a few uses absorbs quickly as well
Great product
I wanted to start incorporating retinol in my skincare, so I decided to start with a more cost effective option rather than jumping to a $100 product I may or may not like. I ended up loving this product! It's been about 5 weeks since first trying it, and my skin texture and appearance has improved a lot. Almost all of my dark spots are gone, my skin is brighter, and more even overall. I like how the retinol is half strength of other products, and the squalane allows for some moisture support. Niacinamide makes me break out, so the squalane is a nice combination and I have had no problems with a break out since using the product.
Great Retinol!
I pair this with Ordinary's Hyaluronic Acid and my face feels amazing!