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Have been using this for 4 weeks now.. 3 nights a week and it's helped my blemish prone skin so much. Haven't had a crazy breakout since using it.
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Honestly thr best!
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Have been using this for 4 weeks now.. 3 nights a week and it's helped my blemish prone skin so much. Haven't had a crazy breakout since using it.
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Apply a small amount to face in the PM as part of your skincare regimen, after water-based serums but before heavier treatments. Do not use with other retinoid treatments. Avoid unprotected solar exposure. Caution: Retinol can cause irritation, redness and peeling, especially around the eyes and mouth, in the early stages of treatment while skin builds tolerance. If persistent irritation occurs, cease use and consult a physician. Use only as directed on unbroken skin. Patch testing prior to use is advised. Refer to our in-depth guide to patch testing. Keep out of reach of children. Refrigerate after opening.
If this product is sealed, please ensure the seal is intact prior to using the product.
Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Retinol, Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, BHT.
Our formulations are updated from time to time as part of our commitment to innovation. As such, the ingredient list shown here may vary from the box of the product depending on time and region of purchase.
The Ordinary recently made changes to the existing formulas under the “Retinoids” category of The Ordinary in standing with their commitment to innovation and further improving our formulations. These changes are intended to ensure and maintain the consistent stability of our products in all the regions we sell in, especially regions of the tropical climate. In addition to those changes, the aforementioned formulas, may appear darker in colour and impart a detectable Rosemary-like scent. This is expected and should not be taken as an indication of product instability.
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The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane is a water-free solution featuring 0.5% pure Retinol that aims to reduce the appearance of fine lines, photo damage, and signs of general skin ageing.
This formulation helps decrease the look of fine lines and wrinkles, brightens photodamage, and enhances the visible signs of skin ageing while being free from water, silicones, plant oils, and alcohol.
Apply a small amount to the face in the evening as part of your skincare routine, after any water-based serums and before heavier treatments. Avoid using it with other retinoid products.
If you are new to Retinol, it is advisable to start with a lower concentration, such as The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% in Squalane, before progressing to the 0.5% version to help build tolerance.
This product is suitable for a variety of skin types, including dry, normal to dry, normal to oily, and oily skin.
While using this Retinol, avoid unprotected solar exposure, and do not combine it with other retinoids or retinoid treatments to minimise the risk of irritation.
It is recommended to refrigerate this product after opening to maintain its integrity and effectiveness.
Key ingredients include Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Retinol, Tomato Fruit Extract, Jojoba Seed Oil, and BHT.
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This retinol does not absorb well into the skin. Just feels like a greasy layer sitting on top of the face. I've tried other retinol serums and never had this i...
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