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Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane

The Ordinary

The Ordinary

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Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane

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4.2

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7 Total Ingredients

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Product Attributes

Alcohol-free
Paraben-free
Silicone-free
Sulfate-free
Allergen-free
Cruelty-free
Fragrance-free
Pregnancy-friendly
Non-comedogenic
Eczema-Safe

Ratings & Reviews

4.2

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31 Reviews

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Product Attributes

Alcohol-free
Paraben-free
Silicone-free
Sulfate-free
Allergen-free
Cruelty-free
Fragrance-free
Pregnancy-friendly
Non-comedogenic
Eczema-Safe

Photo Reviews

18 Reviews

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product review positives

I love this retinol! I’ve been using it for a week now and have noticed a significant difference in my skin texture. It’s also very hydrating for a retinol which is a big plus for me as I have dry skin. It has an oil type texture and you only need a ...

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Nothing, this product is great!

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Andeng

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Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane

product review positives

I've always wanted to try a retinol product, but I was scared to try it because of its supposed irritating effects on the skin. But when I did my research, I stumbled upon this online. And I do not regret buying this because this is one of my holy gr...

product review negatives

During the first few weeks of using this, I had a minor purging on my face. Small whiteheads appeared around my lips, but the consistent usage of this product made it disappear.

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AisyahraniGinting

Oily/Resilient

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Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane

product review positives

This was my first time trying retinol and I am glad I went with The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane. The consistency feels like a facial oil and is easy to massage onto the skin. With regular usage, it cleared up tiny marks, pores, and fine lines r...

product review negatives

| Cons | ~ Initial Excessive Dryness was there ~ This resulted in dry eyelids and lip corners initially

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Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane

product review positives

I've heard a lot of mixed reviews about retinol. Some people's skin loves it and others can't tolerate it at all. I decided to jump right in with the ordinary 5% and to my surprise...my skin would KILL for this stuff. I can't believe it works so well...

product review negatives

It does go on really greasy. Takes awhile to absorb. That's my only complaint, but it's not enough to make me stop using it.

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Dry/Sensitive

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Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane

product review positives

It's a good product, I didn't experience any irritation, but used it in the moisture sandwich technique. I started to see results after the first month in wrinkles smoothening.

product review negatives

The formula is thick and will take time to absorb In the skin.

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