The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion 15ml
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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 joining the brand's stellar line up is the Retinal 0.2% Emulsion (15ml), a high-strength retinoid that smooths and firms the look of skin.
With a high 0.2% concentration of retinal, the Retinal 0.2% Emulsion (15ml) achieves healthier-looking skin by delivering a more direct delivery of vitamin A than retinol.
Working to improve the appearance of pigmentation and fine lines and wrinkles, this superior emulsion also helps to refine skin texture, leaving it soft and smooth. Gaining its colour from the high concentration of retinal (which is naturally yellow), this must-have offsets the common side effects of retinoids with avenanthramide (a key ingredient found in oats) to reduce the feeling of skin discomfort and dryness. In short? We can't see ourselves without this bathroom-shelf staple...
Aqua (Water), Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Hydroxyapatite, Retinal, Cetylhydroxyproline Palmitamide, 4-t-Butylcyclohexanol, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Ergothioneine, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Bisabolol, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Butylene Glycol, Isohexadecane, Hexyldecanol, Maltodextrin, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Stearic Acid, Isoceteth-20, Polysorbate 60, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Lactic Acid, Sodium Lactate, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.
For the latest information, it is recommended to review the ingredient list printed on the packaging of the product prior to usage or consumption.
Apply a pea size amount to a clean, dry face and neck in the evening, avoiding the eye contour. Start using once a week and gradually increase to twice a week, a few days apart. Apply a moisturiser afterwards and do not use with any other retinoids.
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Great and inexpensive
I feel like this is such a great product for a reasonable price. If you’re new to retinoids, this isn’t an entry level products, but if you have experience it’s not too harsh or drying
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love this
as most of The Ordinary products, this is great. Excellent price and excellent product
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A staple
I went through so many of these little bottles; retinal works great on my skin, the concentration might be a bit intense at first, but on the long run the results are amazing.
by Freddie Verified Purchase
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Great price point!
Really like this product. Cannot beat the price but it really works well!
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Great product
With a high 0.2% concentration of retinal, I mix it in different nights with retinol achieves healthier-looking skin.
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Gentle and effective!
My favorite from the brand. I’ve bought multiple bottles. It’s gentle, but very effective. My skin looks healthier.
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Best over the counter retinoid
Plays well with other products, non irritating for me personally. Fragrabce free and is hydrating.
by Dyl Verified Purchase
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Not bad
Good but there are better, stronger retinols out there. Good for beginners.
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Gentle and effective!
This is a re-purchase. I have sensitive and dry skin. This serum is gentle, yet effective.
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Very good and effective
Beats a lot of other very expensive retinal products! I love it, does everything what it should and has nice thin non oily texture, which is nice to use in combination with other products in the routine.
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