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The Ordinary Retinol Serum 1% in Squalane 30ml

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RRP: £8.50 Current price: £6.80

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Image 1 - A brown glass bottle of retinol serum with a dropper cap, surrounded by water droplets and accompanied by the text A high-strength retinol serum that targets general signs of skin aging.
Image 2 - Image of a textured surface with bubbles, featuring the text 1% retinol improves the appearance of fine and dynamic lines, while evening skin texture and tone. Squalane enhances surface-level hydration.
Image 3 - A person with clear skin is applying a dropper of serum to their face with visible text that reads Apply daily in the evening. Use sun protection during the day.
Image 4 - A smooth, clear liquid serum texture is shown with the text Anhydrous serum texture displayed prominently.
Image 5 - Image shows a series of skincare product textures arranged in three rows labeled PREP, TREAT, and SEAL, with product types displayed: cleansers and toners in the PREP row, water-based serums, eye serums, and oils in the TREAT row with Anhydrous Solutions highlighted, and suspensions, moisturizers, and SPF in the SEAL row.

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Great starter retinol

4 stars out of a maximum of 5

Can’t go wrong with this! It’s affordable and good quality. Does exactly what it claims to do, easily to use. Only criticism with The Ordinary as a whole is it can be difficult to get hold of at times as products sell out so definitely snap things up when you see them! 

by Victoria

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Gentle&Effective

4 stars out of a maximum of 5

I bought this to use on my neck that got irritated by stronger retinoids and really loved the texture and effect. As my neck and chest now tolerate the Adapalene I use on my face, this has become a hand cream to the back of my hands. It really helps fade the sun spots I'm prone to, when used consistently and with sunscreen. Would suggest to anyone new to the retinoid game or for more sensitive skin

by Ziv Verified Purchase

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must have

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

this serum is a must have now that i an in my 30s and trying to get ahead of any fine lines and wrinkles. i use one a day at night and see direct results within a few weeks.

by Kat Verified Purchase

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Excellent retinol serum.

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I am 77 years old and have fine line and wrinkles!  My go to treatment is retinol.  I have used several different makes in recent years but find this one best.  The squalane also acts to hydrate my skin.  The two together work very well feeding my skin and reducing wrinkles. I use this at night following cleansing and I top off with another moisturiser.

by Patricia Verified Purchase

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Trusted staple of my skincare routine

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

Excellent retinol product and affordable as well. Initial skin irritation does happen when starting to use but the squalane does help with the long-term drying effects.

by Wanda Verified Purchase

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Can’t live without it !

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

I’ve used a few products with retinol but always seem to come back to this one - I don’t use it everyday because I have sensitive skin, but twice a week does it for me.  It has improved my texture and overall acne scarring!!!  I absolutely cannot live without it !!!  Try it 

by Nasreen Verified Purchase

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Good product, bad using experience.

2 stars out of a maximum of 5

I used the Inkeylist retinol before this one, but yeez. Although my skin loves it, the experience drives me crazy! I've a combination skin, and it feels just sitting on top of my skin, and I'm gonna be a greasy mess from this serum. I use retinol 2-3 times a week. I'm going to use it up, and never buy again.

by Tia

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Great for the price!

4 stars out of a maximum of 5

I love the effect retinol has on my skin and really like this being mixed with the squalane. You do have to persevere with this, I used it every other day to start and developed some dry patches and had a breakout of cystic spots, this lasted about 10 days then I really started to see the benefits of this and my skin now has such a glow. I use this just at night mixed in with my heavy night moisturiser to keep my skin hydrated! 

by Louise Verified Purchase

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My skin loves it

4 stars out of a maximum of 5

Great product I also like the smell. Use it 3x a week and has helped my skin a lot

by Tinyiko

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I like it

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

Just started to try using 3 times a week so far I like it I do add a bit of moisturiser on top but feel very comfortable next day not dry and for the price I’m impressed 

by Karen Verified Purchase

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