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The Ordinary Retinol Serum 0.5% in Squalane 30ml

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£7.80


Image 1, a moderate-strength retinol serum that targets general signs of skin aging. Image 2, 0.5% retinol improved the look of fine and dynamic lines. squalane enhances surface level hydration. anhydrous serum texture. Image 3, apply daily in the evening, use sun protection during the day. Image 4, 1 = prep, cleanser, toners. 2 = treat, water-based serums, eye serums, anhydrous solutions, oils. 3 = seal, suspensions, moisturizers, SPF.

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too bad 3 months expiry only

we need only few drops so no way im gonna finish it within 3 months ...really a waste of a product.

by shosho Verified Purchase

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Great

You can't get anything better for this price

by Sophie Verified Purchase

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Nice

I love the Ordinary! Small price tag but always good quality products. Would deffo recommend trying this, along with others in their skincare line

by Kirsty

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Retinol without drying

I have used quite a few retinol products over the years and I find I wake up and my face is like sandpaper.  Didn't get that with this one, went on easily, smelt nice and soaked right in.  Followed it with a face oil.  Woke up with a lovely glow to my skin.  Have't used it long enough to note any major changes in wrinkles yet.

by Karen Verified Purchase

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Helped treat acne

I have temperamental skin and even though I have acne, I find that most acne treatments are too drying and leave me with sore flaking skin. Firstly, I tried the 0.2% serum but it was only once I increased the dose to 0.5% that I really started to see a difference. I find that the combination of squalane and retinol really helps to maintain my skin's balance whilst also reducing my acne flare ups!

by LS Verified Purchase

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The Ordinary’s Retinol 0.5%

This the 3rd time I used The Ordinary’s Retinol 0.5% I  notice the texture felt like a facial oil and was easy to massage as well. It went on my face just like a facial oil, smooth and soft. I even thought I might not need my moisturizer with it as my face legit felt hydrated and soft as it would look after a facial oil. After a few usages only, I woke up one morning and my skin looked like it got some overnight treatment. I couldn’t pinpoint what exactly is different but my skin was definitely feeling it. TheOrdinary Retinol was great

by MOUZA Verified Purchase

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Results but don’t like consistency

I do notice the results with this product and love how my skin feels and looks in the morning but it’s sooo greasy, and doesn’t absorb! So getting it on my pillow and in my hair, which unfortunately has made me try other products but may come back if they don’t provide same results 

by Hannah

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Helps reduce the appearance of skin texture

Since using this, I have had smoother and glowier skin. The squalane helps keep my skin moisturised so I have little to no peeling or 'retinol skin purging' as some people get as well.

by Abbie Verified Purchase

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Retinol

Great price point for an entry into retinol use. Used correctly it doesn’t cause any irritation, just make sure you don’t exfoliate a few days before you use it. Because of the price, I don’t feel guilty for smoothing it across my chest area too- a must in an anti ageing regime!

by Kristina Verified Purchase

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Didn’t love it

It’s quite oily, my skin didn’t take well to it. I used it in the evening maybe 2-3 times a week and it just felt irritated. I’ve seen it work great for some but it just didn’t for me. 

by Tash Verified Purchase

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