The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid Serum 2% in Squalane 30ml
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The Ordinary has firmly cemented itself as a leader in science-backed skin care. Taking the guesswork out of building a regime, it ditches unnecessary, filler ingredients for familiar, hard-working actives that deliver promising results. And next to bless your complexion is the Granactive Retinoid Serum 2% in Squalane (30ml), a high-strength serum softening the look of fine lines and wrinkles.
Starring retinoid active technology, the Granactive Retinoid Serum 2% in Squalane (30ml) is a water-free solution working to exfoliate and renew the look of skin.
Keen to improve the appearance of your skin with a retinoid but wary of the potential side effects like dryness and redness? This hardworking serum could be just what you need; achieving faster-acting results than traditional retinol but keeping the look of the skin barrier in check. Housed in a light-as-air formula that refreshes and restores, it improves the appearance of pigmentation, fine lines and fatigue... no wonder it's at the top of our wishlist!
Squalane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Bisabolol, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil.
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Apply a small amount to the face in the evening, after water serums but before heavier treatments. Do not use with other retinoid treatments. Avoid unprotected sun exposure and store in a cool, dry place.
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Not my jam
I have combination skin and had never used a retinol product before. The consistency of this was a little greasy but it does soak in and leaves my skin feeling hydrated immediately after application. HOWEVER, I noticed that I was breaking out all of a sudden and couldn't figure why. After skipping this product from my nightly routine for just 3 days I am again blemish-free, and I don't think I will be happy to continue using it as I also didn't notice any of the positive effects I was expecting from a retinol product. I would switch to the emulsion but I would like to go up in retinol strength and The Ordinary do not do a higher strength in the emulsion yet.
by Clairy
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Saving Grace
This product is absolutely amazing. At first I was sceptical about using an oil since I have oily skin, however, the solution worked perfectly with my skin. It mainly helped to improve skin texture and dry patches. Would definitely recommend!
by ellie
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Love
I have been using it for a few months now as part of my night time routine after The Ordinary’s Lactic Acid 5% + HA. It has considerably improved the texture of my skin as well as my acne scars. It does not dry out my skin and my breaks outs have stopped. Nothing has worked the way these two products have!!!!
by Nicole
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Recommend!
I’ve been using this for a year now and have got all of my friends using it too!
by Amanda
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Little effect
I had big hopes for this retinoid 2% but sadly after almost three bottles I see no difference. Not impressed, I'm afraid.
by Rio
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After 1 month
My skin tone has become much more even and I’ve had no irritation. Will definitely upgrade to the 5% when this bottle runs out.
by Annie
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Awesome
Amazing! getting the 5% now.
by Veeb
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Loving it!
I love this product, been using it for a month (twice a week), no irritation & my skin looks healthier, plump & hydrated. After I finish this bottle, I’ll try the 0.5% Retinol in Squalene. I have mature & normal to dry skin.
by Susan
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Amazing
Myself (24) and my mum (54) have now been using this every night and it’s great! My mums neck lines and crows feet almost disappeared and my odd line has gone! Just remember to use SPF while using Retionals as it leaves your skin more susceptible.
by Sophie
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Good against rosacea!
I have dry skin and have been suffering from rosacea for several years now. At this writing, I've been using this every night for a week (3 drops of this, mixed with 3 drops of Marula oil), and already my skin is smoother than it has been in years. There's still redness (although it's definitely less red than it was a week ago), but the bumps are almost totally GONE! I'm so impressed! I just had to come here and make a review, because I'm so happy to have found this!
by Smurfette
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