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The Ordinary Retinol Serum 1% in Squalane 30ml

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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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Very good!

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Best retinol I have used, very affordable and moisturising 

by Libby Verified Purchase

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Great starter

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

Great price and great starter for retinol not too strong 

by susan Verified Purchase

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A good and cheap retinol option

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It's a really good product to start the retinol-game!

by Rachel Verified Purchase

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Amazing value for money, truly

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This was the first retinol I ever used, I started with this around 5 years ago & it was my only retinol for about 2 years. I think this might be the best retinol on the market at this price point. I never ever experienced irritation (or breakouts, or any sort of other bad skin reactions for that matter) while using this - and I actually got to incorporating this into my routine daily (and still, no irritation). It did not dry out my skin at all (probably due to the very high percentage of squalane in the formula) and I even used this around my eyes (with great results, and again - no irritation). I'm currently 36 (going on 37) and I have been using retinol consistently for the past 5 years; I've moved to stronger (& more high-end) formulas in the meantime, but I still keep this one on rotation, that's just how great it is; apart from a little texture on my forehead (meaning a few very fine lines) I have virtually no wrinkles around my eyes, or mouth or anywhere else really... and I firmly believe that to be the merit of retinol in general, and this little serum in particular. I do highly, highly recommend this product - but please do use SPF religiously (in general, and especially if you're using retinols or any type of acids).

by ANA-MARIA

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Value for money

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Does make my skin smooth without having to spend a ridiculous amount of money.

by Anonymous Verified Purchase

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So good & great value

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This is my go to retinol, I feel it’s as good as any and the price range is terrific. 

by Chloe Verified Purchase

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love the ordinary.

4 stars out of a maximum of 5

i used the lower percentage.great product!

by Liron Verified Purchase

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Retinol serum

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Good source for retinol, easy to apply, watery texture.

by danielle_ Verified Purchase

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love it

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absolutely in love with this product makes your skin looks so good

by Helena Verified Purchase

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amazing

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amazing affordable retinol serum. does the job no need to spend when this exist x 

by Helena Verified Purchase

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