The Ordinary Retinol Serum 0.2% in Squalane 30ml
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The Ordinary’s Retinol Serum 0.2% in Squalane is a water-free, multi-purpose solution formulated to reduce the appearance of pores, dark spots and fine lines, and improve the overall appearance of skin’s texture.
Enriched with a 0.2% concentration of the anti-ageing powerhouse retinol, which is a derivative of vitamin A, the lightweight serum delivers visible plumping and firming effects to your skin. Another key antioxidant ingredient, squalane, protects against UV damage and helps to minimise the risk of sun-induced age spots, leaving you with a more even-looking skin tone.
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- When to Use: After water-based serums but before heavier treatments.
- Application: Apply a small amount to the face as part of your evening skincare regimen. Do not use with other retinoid treatments. Avoid unprotected solar exposure. Store in a cool, dry place.
- Please note: Retinoids can make the skin more sensitive to UV radiation. Sun protection is particularly important when using retinoids. This product must not be used in conjunction with other retinoids including retinol or retinoic acid. This product is not a treatment for acne. Acne-prone skin may experience a temporary increase in acne during the first few weeks of using any form of retinoid including those used in this formulation.
- Retinol: A form of vitamin A that supports cell turnover
- Squalane: A natural moisturising agent and antioxidant
Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Retinol, Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, BHT.
For the latest information, it is recommended to review the ingredient list printed on the packaging of the product prior to usage or consumption.
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Amazing product
After reading reviews on this product I decided to buy it and it really is worth the hype! It has improved my skin and has given my skin a glow that wasn’t there before.
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My first retinol product
Been using it for 2months now, totally in love with it!
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Mixed feelings
When I apply at night it makes my skin feel lovely but then it seems to make me break out in spots later on.
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Serum
Great serum! Smooth application, but ever so slightly greasy
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Beautiful
A good serum with a small retinol content, if you have not tried products with it in the composition, start small, so often causes allergies. I apply it most often before going to bed, I'm happy
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Not sure about this one
This was the first retinol serum that I've tried. I hated the smell of it and haven't noticed any results so I switched to other types of retinol.
by Eugen Verified Purchase
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Fab
This is the perfect addition to my skincare collection! So affordable and love The Ordinary
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Perfect for first time retinol user!
I’m 26 and wanted to start building a tolerance to retinol, so opted for the lowest % in the ordinary serum range. Used it twice a week for a couple weeks with some dryness but after that its been easily incorporated into my skincare routine now that my skin is used to it and doesnt react. Great for first time users :)
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Love
I love this product , I have ezema and sensitive skin iv been using this for a few months and it hydrates my skin so well , iv always suffered with really dry skin and this almost completely stops it , I got it to help with fine lines and just my horrible dull looking skin and it really has made a massive difference to my dry dull looking skin
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Great for first time retinol
26F - i was looking for my first retinol serum to use daily and this is the lowest % i could find (only other one I would trust to use as a first timer is the £££ Khiels one). As expected it dried my skin out on the first couple of uses but nothing a heavy moisturiser couldn’t fix. I started using 1-2 drops twice a week and press gently into my face, and increased the frequency to every other day after 1-2 weeks because the dryness reduced. I’ll increase to the 0.5% at some point, but for now this product has been great to get started on!
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