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The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion 15ml

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Image 1 - A diagram explains how to include a retinoid in your skincare regimen, showing AM steps Prep with Glucoside Foaming Cleanser and Multi-Peptide + HA Serum, Treat with Multi-Peptide + HA Serum, and Seal with Natural Moisturizing Factors + Beta Glucan, and PM steps Prep with Glycolipid Cream Cleanser, Treat with Retinal 0.2% Emulsion*, and Seal with Natural Moisturizing Factors + Beta Glucan, with a note that we recommend using this as a nighttime treatment and applying an SPF the next morning. Image 2 - A comparison image showing a forehead before treatment with visible wrinkles labeled Before and the same forehead after treatment with reduced wrinkles labeled After, with additional text Testing on 33 panelists. Image 3 - Image shows a bottle of The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion with yellow drops, text says Retinal 0.2% Emulsion High Strength Retinaldehyde Smooths and refines texture Skin looks firmer Reduces look of crows feet Reduces dark spots Boosts skin elasticity The Ordinary Clinical Formulations with Integrity Retinal 0.2% Emulsion A High-Strength Retinaldehyde Formula for Age Support Émulsion de Rétinal 0.2% Une Formule Puissante au Rétinaldéhyde pour Cibler les Signes de lAge Signs of aging. Image 4 - A guide comparing six The Ordinary retinoid products showing bottle, texture, strength, and user type with text How to choose the right retinoid for you: Retinol 0.2% in Squalane Oil-like Serum Low-Strength Best for: The First-Time Retinoid User Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion Creamy Serum Moderate-Strength Best for: The Occasional User Retinol 0.5% in Squalane Oil-like Serum Moderate-Strength Best for: The Frequent User Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane Oil-like Serum High-Strength Best for: The Advanced User Retinol 1% in Squalane Oil-like Serum High-Strength Best for: The Advanced User Retinal 0.2% Emulsion Creamy Serum Our Strongest Retinoid Best for: The Expert User.

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I find this retinal easy to apply and does make a difference with your skin but it’s bright yellow in colour and stains the skin which is strange when applied. I’ve tried using less of the product but still stains so I have to make sure I wash my face thoroughly the morning after applying to get rid of that yellow tint on my face. 

by Gemma Verified Purchase

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Will see!

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Good new launch from the ordinary! This retinol has a light but creamy texture and is not greasy, it is bright yellow though, so some may have a problem with potential staining of skin. It is too early to tell if it makes a difference but l will use at least three tubes before reporting back as to effectiveness, but it does remind me a lot of the Inkey list 1% retinol cream, if you like that you will like this. My only gripe is that there is only 15mls for the price, that's the size of an eye cream so it probably won't last long!

by Tina Verified Purchase

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Big reduction in my blackheads and finelines

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The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion is a gentle yet effective serum designed to target signs of aging and improve skin texture

by Ajith Verified Purchase

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Too early to tell a real difference but with this you know it will work if you stick to it.

by Sara Verified Purchase

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really good

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very pleasant consistency. it is not too runny or too thick, and it absorbs quickly into the skin. I also didn't find it irritating.

by Vee Verified Purchase

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Retinal

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I only tried a couple times, but I really like the formula…. 

by Lucia Verified Purchase

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Great

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This works without giving me any irritation. A few weeks in and can see reduction in my fine lines. 

by delia Verified Purchase

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I love the Formula and Texture

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This emulsion has a lightweight, creamy texture that absorbs quickly into the skin without leaving a greasy residue. The 0.2% retinal concentration is a great starting point for those new to retinal (retinaldehyde), a potent derivative of vitamin A known for being more effective and less irritating than retinol.

by Fedelia Verified Purchase

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Skin transformation essential

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"The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion transformed my skin, making it smoother and more radiant—absolutely love it!"

by Ajith Verified Purchase

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skin looks better

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it is still to early to say something about this since my skin is well used to retinol. It doesnt peel, it hydrates and in the morning the skin looks better. I recommend it

by andreea Verified Purchase

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