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The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid Serum 5% in Squalane 30ml

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Image 1 - A brown dropper bottle of The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane on a wet surface with the text Next-generation retinol-alternative technologies to address signs of aging. Image 2 - Image showing three bottles of The Ordinary serums, two amber and one clear, on a ridged clear surface, with text stating 5% Granactive Retinoid™ improves the appearance of fine lines, while evening skin texture. Squalane enhances surface-level hydration. Clinical Formulations with Integrity. Formulations Cliniques ayant de lIntégrité. The Ordinary. Granactive Retinoid* 5% in Squalane Highly-Stable, Water-Free Solution of 0.5% Ester of All-Trans Retinoic Acid Granactive Retinoid™ 5% dans du Squalane Solution Ultra-Stable et Sans Eau dEster dAcide Tout-Trans-Rétinoïque concentré à 0.5%. Image 3 - A close-up photo shows a person applying a product to their cheek, next to text that reads Apply daily in the evening. Use sun protection during the day. Image 4 - A clear petri dish contains a white, opaque substance shaped like a distorted Q with the text Anhydrous serum texture. Image 5 - Image shows skincare steps Prep, Treat, and Seal with product textures and labels: Prep shows Cleansers and Toners, Treat shows Water-based Serums, Eye Serums, Anhydrous Solutions with a checkmark, and Oils, Seal shows Suspensions, Moisturizers, and SPF. Image 6 - A guide titled How to choose the right retinoid for you displays six products with their texture, strength, and ideal user: Retinol 0.2% in Squalane an Oil-like Serum Low-Strength Best for The First-Time Retinoid User, Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion a Creamy Serum Moderate-Strength Best for The Occasional User, Retinol 0.5% in Squalane an Oil-like Serum Moderate-Strength Best for The Frequent User, Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane an Oil-like Serum High-Strength Best for The Advanced User, Retinol 1% in Squalane an Oil-like Serum High-Strength Best for The Advanced User, and Retinal 0.2% Emulsion a Creamy Serum Our Strongest Retinoid Best for The Expert User.

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The Ordinary

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At a time when nothing is ordinary, these products help me feel loved and sane. Incredibly cheaply priced but luxury on your skin. I love it!

by Lizzie4

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Welcome in my skin routine

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I've been using Granactive Retinoid 5% for the past 2 weeks in conjunction with the Ascorbic acid (alternated between mornings and evenings) and I can start to see the difference in my skin texture and pigmentation. I highly recommend this product.

by Jessica

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Fantastic

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What a game changer. Clarity. Skin is even and definitely less lined. So affordable and it works!!!

by Lynne

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Must have

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The holy grail of skin care, a product that I consider to be the base stone of my routine. I will be replenishing my stock for sure :)

by Alex

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Brilliant!

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Can't wait for it to be back in stock!!!!

by MLY

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The Ordinary Retinoid

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Fantastic product.

by Mariza b.

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Too oily

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I have used this product for over a week but I just can't seem to adjust to it, it's too oily and caused me to breakout at some areas in my face.

by Tina

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Love it

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Great alternative to harder retinol products. I didn't feel like I had to build up much tolerance, but skin did not have any adverse reaction to it. But for the 1st time users just try to lower dosage ones first just in case - everyone is different. I alternate this with a 1% retinol product every other night, so I get the benefits of both. I do get reactions and skin peeling to retinol, never to the retinoid - this one.

by Aika

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Amazing

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Wow what can I say after spending a fortune on expensive face creams over the years and not one working I’m blown away by the ordinary. I use this product in the evening before applying the Natural Factors then use the buffet + copper Peptides every morning and they have all combined to make my skin look amazing. I have my go to aging regimes now that include a home face laser a micro current device liquid collagen and these wonderful products at 41 my skin looks better than 5 years ago. It’s not an overnight fix but patience and consistency is key I just wish I’d started 5-10 years ago would have saved a lot of money on products the just don’t work. I will continue to use the ordinary products really do not need to look anywhere else these products are the best and actually work and so reasonably priced please just don’t stop making them.

by Faye

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Retinol 5% in Squalane

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I’m a woman in my fifties and have used many high brand skin routines. I love this brand because it takes all the important ingredients and maximises their delivery. Have been using this particular product for five months and the difference it has made is amazing my skin is clear my pores have reduced as well as lines and wrinkles. First use a Retinoid with a lower concentration for two months before. This product is high strength and if your skin is not used to retinoids it probably will react

by Jenny

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